SCADA & Automation Technologist I

Duke Energy Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technologist I to apply developing technical expertise across SCADA, HMI, and related control systems for its Piedmont gas pipeline assets. The role emphasizes real-time infrastructure networks, security, and 24/7 support to ensure safe, compliant gas delivery.

The position requires collaboration with IT Security, operations teams, and field personnel, with travel up to 5-15% and on-call duties on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology.
• In lieu of an associate degree, high school/GED plus 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Support: 325 RTU sites, 260 Pressure Recording Devices and 1300 Large Volume Meter customer locations.
• Provide off-hour on-call support on a rotating schedule (approx. 1 week every 2 months).
• Oversee the operations of the SCADA and LVRMR Systems along with supporting all interfaces with field equipment and company servers.
• Configure SCADA and field automation equipment in accordance with standards and contractual requirements.
• Provide first level of engineering support for SCADA system operations including design, migration planning, database configuration, security, and disaster recovery.

Education

Associates degree in Engineering Technology

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technologist I to apply developing technical expertise across SCADA, HMI, and related control systems for its Piedmont gas pipeline assets. The role emphasizes real-time infrastructure networks, security, and 24/7 support to ensure safe, compliant gas delivery.

The position requires collaboration with IT Security, operations teams, and field personnel, with travel up to 5-15% and on-call duties on a rotating schedule.