Substation Engineer (Level III or Senior Level)

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

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.

***This position can be hired as either an Engineer III or one level higher as a Senior Engineer depending on experience***

Job Summary

This position is for a Civil or Electrical Engineer in the Substation Engineering Department located in Plainfield, IN. The department is responsible for designing the physical layout for new substations, expansions to existing substations, upgrades, and failing equipment replacements that require engineering efforts to retrofit with the latest equipment. Substation Engineering is also responsible for site grading and drainage, foundation design, structural design and analysis, and electrical analysis for grounding and lightning protection. We are a diverse group of civil engineers, electrical engineers, and designer/drafters that all work together to contribute to our project's success.

The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer III position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. An Engineer III is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer III effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressively complex and varied.

The Senior Engineer manages work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. The Senior Engineer is expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. Employees in the Senior Engineer position are fully competent in the use of concepts and procedures. The Senior Engineer identifies problems, develops solutions and takes action to resolve.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity,
• Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities,
• Deals with changing priorities and differing situations and make decisions that may affect the work of the team,
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity,
• Conducts engineering and related studies
• Completes routine engineering projects and assignments are clearly defined with focus on development but must be able to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with minimum impact on existing systems.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency in technical competencies and has ability to interpret technical information and instructions. Proficient in technical and analytical competencies,
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities,
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills,
• Maintains accurate records and files, and
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Basic Qualifications

Engineer III

• Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE
• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience.

Senior Engineer

• Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE
• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
• Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in engineering theories and principles.
• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Registered Profession Engineer (PE).
• Increasingly proficient in principles of project management.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Working Conditions

• Corporate office environment
• Occasional meetings occur within the substation environment
• Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable dailycommute to the posted Duke Energy facility. This position will also be expected to work in the office and perform field work.

Travel Requirements

5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. 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.