Senior Electrical Lead Engineer – Power Systems

Duke Energy; Terrell (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy's Lead Engineer at Marshall Steam Station seeks an experienced professional to own electrical system integrity, lead technical efforts, and mentor teammates in a complex plant environment.

The role requires an ABET‑accredited engineering degree and PE licensure, 8+ years of engineering experience, and the ability to coordinate with operations, maintenance, and external vendors to improve reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 8 years of related engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the site subject matter expert for electrical systems.
• Monitoring and trending system/component performance.
• Directing onsite testing and troubleshooting activities for emergent issues.
• Evaluating preventative maintenance (PM) program performance and recommending adjustments.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance is maintained.
• Interface with operations & maintenance, assisting with electrical/control system challenges.
• Coordinating cross functionally with other departments to address system concerns and budgets.
• Support project management by developing scope, technical basis, installation and testing requirements for engineering design changes.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Leadership

Power systems

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Power Plan

Maximo

Job description

Duke Energy's Lead Engineer at Marshall Steam Station seeks an experienced professional to own electrical system integrity, lead technical efforts, and mentor teammates in a complex plant environment.

The role requires an ABET‑accredited engineering degree and PE licensure, 8+ years of engineering experience, and the ability to coordinate with operations, maintenance, and external vendors to improve reliability.