Lead Substation Engineer – BOS (Hybrid/Field Impact)

Socket.dev; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide strategic direction for substation equipment, collaborate with Supply Chain, and lead design and maintenance activities. The role focuses on reliability, cost control, and long-term planning across engineering disciplines.

The position requires a PE license, a BS in Engineering, and extensive experience in power transmission equipment, with hybrid work arrangements after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Eight years related engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains equipment specifications for reliability and cost.
• Leads collaboration with Supply Chain on bid packages and suppliers.
• Provides leadership and technical guidance to field and design engineers.
• Evaluates new designs and equipment for reliability and cost reduction.
• Prepares technical reports and analyzes complex problems within scope.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Engineering standards

Job description

Duke Energy is seeking a Lead Engineer to provide strategic direction for substation equipment, collaborate with Supply Chain, and lead design and maintenance activities. The role focuses on reliability, cost control, and long-term planning across engineering disciplines.

The position requires a PE license, a BS in Engineering, and extensive experience in power transmission equipment, with hybrid work arrangements after onboarding.