Telecom Power Systems Engineer – Hybrid Role

Duke Energy; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a technical professional for the Carolinas East Telecom Delivery team to design and document reliable AC and DC power solutions for telecom infrastructure. The role supports installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting with Field Services and other teams.

The position may be filled at IT Telecom Analyst or Senior IT Telecom Analyst level based on qualifications and experience. Hybrid work and travel expectations apply.

Qualifications

• IT Telecom Analyst: Associates degree with at least 2 years relevant work experience; or HS/GED with 5 years related work experience.
• Senior IT Telecom Analyst: Associates degree with at least 5 years relevant work experience; or HS/GED with 7 years related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Power Systems, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related technical discipline.
• Experience with telecommunications power systems and related equipment (UPS, batteries, DC plants, rectifiers, chargers, inverters, distribution).

Responsibilities

• Design and document AC and DC power solutions, including UPS, DC plants, and monitoring.
• Perform load, battery capacity, runtime, and sizing calculations.
• Develop one-line diagrams, drawings, layouts, and installation guidance.
• Provide engineering support during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Review designs for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with Field Services and other teams.
• Identify safety, reliability, and lifecycle risks in telecom power solutions.
• Maintain records and contribute to improved standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Associates degree with experience or HS/GED with experience

High School/GED with 5+ years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Duke Energy is seeking a technical professional for the Carolinas East Telecom Delivery team to design and document reliable AC and DC power solutions for telecom infrastructure. The role supports installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting with Field Services and other teams.

The position may be filled at IT Telecom Analyst or Senior IT Telecom Analyst level based on qualifications and experience. Hybrid work and travel expectations apply.