Lead Engineer - PMC Project Engineering – New Gas Generation

Duke Energy Corporation•Plaza, ND

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

PMC is the Project Management and Construction group within Duke Energy, responsible for building new power generation assets. This group is in the early stages of a significant expansion, focusing on renewable solar, energy storage, simple and combined cycle turbines, and emerging technologies like advanced nuclear and pumped storage hydro. Project Engineering within PMC is tasked with the technical management of all project phases, ensuring success in scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration. The Lead Engineer is a specialist role, expected to solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership with minimal supervision. This position typically reports to a Project Director or Senior PM in a matrixed organization and is responsible for the technical aspects of regulated new generation projects, including managing technical consultants and contingent labor. The Lead Engineer acts as the technical conscience throughout project execution, from development through turnover.

Requirements

Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program AND/OR a PE
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
Professional Engineer licensure required (current standing)
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the utility industry – Preferably gas fired Simple Cycle and Combined Cycle
Skilled in engineering theories and principles.
Skilled in the practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations.
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Demonstrated effectiveness in organizational and communication skills.
Ability to apply managerial and leadership concepts and techniques (plan, execute, direct, coach, mentor, evaluate and control).
Ability to develop and execute individual and team priorities.
Project related work experience
Skilled in principles of project management.
Demonstrated expertise in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving
Project related work experience: Risk Management, Project Leadership, Strong Collaboration, Oversight
Construction Management knowledge
Expertise in project related Scheduling, Cost Controls, Quality, Risk
Masters – business (MBA), project management, or equivalent
PMI (PMP) / CMII / AACE / Utility Technical Certifications
Contractors License

Responsibilities

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.
Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to area of assignment.
Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; applies extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment.
Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies procedures and equipment.
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
Maintains accurate records and files.
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
Coaches and mentors other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.