RRE Tech Training Specialist II

Duke Energy Corporation; Huntersville (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation seeks an RRE Tech Training Specialist II to lead technical training across Solar, Battery Storage, and turbine operations. The role is hybrid, based at multiple sites, and collaborates with site leaders to align programs with fleet needs.

The incumbent will design, deliver, and assess training, leveraging ADDIE and other instructional methods, while coordinating with SME teams and ensuring program quality across the RRE fleet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years related work experience.
• In lieu of degree and experience, Highschool/GED and 9+ years related work experience.
• ADDIE and instructional design experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports training programs across Solar, Battery Storage, and various plant operations.
• Researches and evaluates courses; aligns topics with RRE business practices.
• Plans and coordinates training activities; assesses program effectiveness.
• Maintains awareness of training trends and attends relevant seminars.

Skills

ADDIE Instructional Design

Communication

Training Instruction

INPO Certifications

Simple Cycle & CC Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Highschool/GED

Tools

PLC Controls / Computer Networking

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RRE Tech Training Specialist II

Hybrid

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Full time

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This position is responsible for the instruction, planning and alignment of RRE technical training programs. This position will provide support to multiple generation technologies within RRE to include but not limited to Solar, Battery Storage, Hydro, Simple Cycle, and Combined Cycle. The primary support function of this role will be to support training for new and existing Simple Cycle and Combined Cycle Plants. This position will collaborate with site level leadership, managers, and supervisors to support and implement training and qualification programs across the Regulated and Renewable Energy (RRE) fleet. This role drives excellence to positively impact performance by benchmarking, strengthening, and aligning technical training and qualification programs.

Responsibilities

• Supports all disciplines of training programs which include: Solar, Battery Storage, Combined Cycle, and Simple Cycle Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation and Controls Maintenance. This position will serve as the single point of contact for Simple Cycle and Combined Cycle training program inquiries and requests.
• Researches, reviews, and evaluates training courses and skills and determines value, consistency, and alignment with RRE business practices. Establishes points of contact and subject matter experts related to disciplines and associated training topics. Works with sub-teams to advance program requirements in response to changes in business practices, fleet and organizational design, and emerging technologies. Collaborates with peers and leaders in RRE to identify knowledge/skill gaps among employees. Develops training mitigation plans.
• Conducts periodic assessments of training programs and courses as required. Plans, schedules, coordinates, monitors, and reports the activities of training participants. Demonstrates expertise in a wide range of training products and services which support business unit goals. Conducts training courses in primary discipline and other disciplines, as appropriate.
• Administers training products and services to achieve Company and business unit goals and support customer training needs. Remains abreast of current and emerging training practices, trends and methods and ensures their application as appropriate. Attends industry and company-sponsored seminars and conferences.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND 5 years minimum required related work experience
• In lieu of degree and experience listed above, Highschool/GED AND 9 years of minimum required related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• ADDIE Instructional Design
• Communication
• Training Instruction, Training Programs
• INPO Certifications
• Experience with Simple Cycle and Combined Cycle Operations or other Generation

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding and application of the systematic approach to training
• Experience in GE or Siemens gas turbines, including startups, shutdowns, outages etc including Combined Cycle, Steam Plants, and Simple Cycle units
• Formal training and knowledge of Power Plant Operations
• Experience with PLC Controls / Computer Networking
• Working knowledge of Power Distribution systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• Project management skills to develop innovative, creative ideas to address complex concerns, and problems
• Demonstrated leadership abilities to influence and provide direction
• Formal training in adult learning and/or instructional design for a systematic approach to training
• Demonstrated presentation skills to speak effectively to large and small groups

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.
• Hybrid Position requires travel (>50%) and overnight stays throughout RRE.
• Frequent interface with station leaders and craft personnel.

Specific Requirements

• Valid Driver's license

Travel Requirements

50+%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

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