Power Grid Operations Customer Engineering Technologist (Level III or Senior) -

Davita Inc.; Hickory (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utility industry is looking for an Engineering Technologist III or Senior Engineering Technologist to deliver technical expertise and lead projects. This role allows for growth and independence while supporting critical operations. Candidates should possess relevant experience and qualifications to make an impactful contribution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with a B.S. or 5+ years with an A.A. in Engineering Technology.
• 6+ years experience with a B.S. or 8+ years with an A.A. in Engineering Technology for Senior role.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provides deep technical expertise and guidance in problem-solving.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals through effective planning.
• Independently prepares technical reports and documentation.

Skills

Technical expertise

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Maximo

Pole Foreman

Job description

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

****"Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at the Engineering Tech III or Senior Engineering Tech level."****

The Engineering Technologist III position is the third level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role. An Engineering Technologist III provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Employees in the Engineering Technologist III position are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.

The Senior Engineering Technologist position is the fourth level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification and considered the career level for the job hierarchy. Senior Engineering Technologists provide technical expertise to solve more complex problems, and leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently with increased latitude for unreviewed work.

Responsibilities

• Provides deep technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise,

• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities,

• Independently prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches,

• Conducts engineering and related studies,

• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance,

• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities,

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills,

• Maintains accurate records and files,

• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Basic/Required Qualifications (Engineering Technologist III):

• Either 3+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 5+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 9+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

Basic/Required Qualifications (Senior Engineering Technologist):

• Either 6+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 8+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 12+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

• Has a valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

• In addition to desired degree, 5 plus years related work experience.

• Experience with Maximo, Pole Foreman

• Experience in distribution utility industry.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Experience in the utility industry.

• Able to effectively apply basic principles of project management.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility.

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Travel Requirements

15-25%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo

Posting Expiration Date

Friday, June 27, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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