Substation Engineer III - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Duke Energy; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Plainfield, IN is seeking a Civil or Electrical Engineer in the Substation Engineering Department. The role covers design of substations, site grading and grounding analyses, upgrades, and replacements to support reliable service.

The Engineer III is the advanced level; Senior Engineer leads with minimal supervision and develops solutions independently. Hybrid work and field exposure are part of the role.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering (or PE license) required for Engineer III/Senior.
• Master's degree may substitute for BS.
• Minimum 4 years engineering experience (Engineer III); 6 years or 5 years with PE (Senior).

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical guidance in problem identification, analysis and resolution across increasing scope and complexity.
• Supports planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.
• Adapts to changing priorities and makes decisions affecting team work.
• Prepares technical reports, calculations and sketches for well-defined problems.
• Conducts engineering studies and completes routine projects with minimal oversight.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering (optional in lieu of BS)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Duke Energy in Plainfield, IN is seeking a Civil or Electrical Engineer in the Substation Engineering Department. The role covers design of substations, site grading and grounding analyses, upgrades, and replacements to support reliable service.

The Engineer III is the advanced level; Senior Engineer leads with minimal supervision and develops solutions independently. Hybrid work and field exposure are part of the role.