Entry-Level Engineer: Data-Driven Problem Solver

LG&E and KU Energy LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) is hiring an entry-level engineer. This role supports a variety of projects under close supervision, performing defined calculations, tests, and analyses, and learning engineering methods and programs within the company.

The position emphasizes opportunities for improvement, data analysis, and collaboration with experienced engineers on larger projects, with focus on safety, environmental compliance, and cost efficiency in a regulated utility setting.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Ability to analyze and solve engineering problems from a business perspective.

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and/or suggests improved methods.
• Gathers, correlates, and analyses specific data using established procedures.
• Performs detailed and/or routine engineering assignments involving established calculations, tests, and analysis.
• Performs a variety of routine tasks to become familiar with the engineering methods, practices, and programs of the company.
• Supports operating and maintenance functions with problem identification, engineering analysis, and problem resolution activities.
• Prepares and presents reports giving conclusions of job related engineering activities.
• Assists other engineers with large projects, as needed.
• Assists with the development of goals, objectives, budgets, programs, and procedures.
• Plans and controls all activities so as to provide an accident-free work place.
• Conducts work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations.
• Regularly reviews assignments to assure optimum efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Occasionally directs the activities of coops, supervisors, and others as they perform various activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

ABET Accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology

Job description

PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) is hiring an entry-level engineer. This role supports a variety of projects under close supervision, performing defined calculations, tests, and analyses, and learning engineering methods and programs within the company.

The position emphasizes opportunities for improvement, data analysis, and collaboration with experienced engineers on larger projects, with focus on safety, environmental compliance, and cost efficiency in a regulated utility setting.