Land Rights Research Specialist II - Remote/Field

Duke Energy Corporation; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking a Research Specialist II to advance ownership research and the preparation of real estate documents for major projects and relocations. You will review plans, analyze title details, and support a range of land rights activities across internal teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, engineering drawing knowledge, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards within a dynamic, high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• Associateas degree in Real Estate, Business, Paralegal, Political Science, Surveying and Topography or related degree.
• Minimum 2 years related work experience.
• In lieu of degree: High School/GED with 4 years related work experience.
• Valid Driver0s License.
• Notary Public - can be acquired within First Year.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support the Research Specialist I or vendor personnel.
• Perform research using company and public records to determine ownership of property, condition of title and to locate existing rights.
• Review engineering drawings, site plans and legal descriptions.
• Perform research and prepare real estate documents for new construction and major projects with a prior rights focus.
• Utilize internal systems to perform research.
• Maintain current with best practices, regulations and laws related to land functions, notary and recording changes.
• Utilize working knowledge of real estate law along with engineering knowledge in applying solutions to company acquisition projects.
• Interface and coordinate with internal Business Partners, Real Estate Representatives, Research Specialists, and Data Management Specialists.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with internal Business Partners to collaborate and ensure their requests are met.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality related to the sensitive nature of the project or the high-profile customer involved.
• Submit land rights to Data Management for indexing in the asset inventory database.
• Map easements in GIS system.

Skills

Excellent oral/written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong organization and attention to?

Critical thinking and analytical

Education

Associate’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Paralegal, Political Science, Surveying and Topography or Related Degree

High School/GED + 4 years related work experience

Notary Public - can be acquired within First Year

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking a Research Specialist II to advance ownership research and the preparation of real estate documents for major projects and relocations. You will review plans, analyze title details, and support a range of land rights activities across internal teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, engineering drawing knowledge, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards within a dynamic, high-pressure environment.