Electrical Engineer II or III

Duke Energy Corporation•Raleigh, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position can be filled as either an Engineer II or Engineer III. While the preferred location will be the Charlotte Plaza, other Carolina locations will be considered, including Raleigh HQ. PMC is the Project Management and Construction (PMC) group within Duke Energy, responsible for building new power generation assets. PMC Engineering provides leadership and oversight of contract engineering resources for all phases of Duke Energy’s major projects (development, design, execution, commissioning, and turnover to operations). As part of Duke Energy’s broader strategy to meet rising customer demand and decarbonize the grid, PMC is actively planning and building solar, bulk energy storage (BESS), simple cycle and combined cycles generating facilities. Additionally, PMC is developing projects for advanced nuclear, hydro pumped storage, carbon capture, LNG storage, and potentially, offshore wind facilities. The Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied. This Engineer II position reports to the Manager, PMC Design Engineering – Electrical. 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. 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. This Engineer III position reports to the Manager, PMC Design Engineering – Electrical.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
A master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
Minimum of 2 years engineering experience (for Engineer II).
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer (for Engineer III).
Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience (for Engineer III).
Valid Driver’s License required.
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Increasingly proficient in principles of project management.
Experience in the utility industry.
Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.
Demonstrated advancing application of engineering theories and principles.
Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations.
Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support development phase of major project scope and EPC bid package documentation.
Support the interconnection design and agreements for development stage projects and ensure project contract documentation aligns with interconnection scope.
Support cost estimate, schedule, risk analysis, bid evaluation and contract development.
Provide engineering oversight to ensure compliance with project requirements, design criteria, as well as applicable Duke Energy and Industry Standards.
Participate in design reviews, drawing reviews, construction support, resolution of technical RFIs, commissioning support, performance testing and project warranty support.
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards related to area of assignment.
Conduct and review power system related studies.
Assist in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities under the guidance of higher-level employees.
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
Keep abreast of new developments, technologies, procedures, standards and equipment.
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.