Hybrid Transmission Permitting Lead

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Florida seeks a Road Right of Way Permitting Engineering Technologist to lead permitting activities for transmission projects. This role provides technical expertise, strategic oversight, and manages offsite contractors who create road right‑of‑way permits for state and local authorities.

Hybrid work arrangement after onboarding with three days per week onsite at the Lake Mary office. You will oversee regulatory compliance, track permit costs and expirations, coordinate with FDOT,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology required or equivalent with related experience if not holding the degree.
• In lieu of an associate's degree, a High School/GED plus 2 years of related work experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Manages consultants preparing and submitting permits.
• Prepares, submits, and tracks local, state, federal, railroad, and FDOT permits.
• Oversees regulatory compliance including permit conditions, renewals, and amendments.
• Manages agency relationships and responses to governmental requests.
• Keeps informed of evolving permitting requirements.
• Supports emergency permitting to enable rapid restoration efforts.
• Tracks permit costs, expirations, and extensions to avoid delays or non‑compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

High School/GED + 2 years related experience

Job description

Duke Energy Florida seeks a Road Right of Way Permitting Engineering Technologist to lead permitting activities for transmission projects. This role provides technical expertise, strategic oversight, and manages offsite contractors who create road right‑of‑way permits for state and local authorities.

Hybrid work arrangement after onboarding with three days per week onsite at the Lake Mary office. You will oversee regulatory compliance, track permit costs and expirations, coordinate with FDOT,