Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist - Substation

Duke Energy•Lake Mary, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist supports the modification, expansion, and development of electric substations in Florida. Based in Lake Mary, Florida, the role focuses on complex substation electrical (physical) design, mentoring junior engineers and technicians, reviewing engineering design packages, and improving internal engineering procedures and job aids. It is the fourth level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support job classification and is considered a career-level role. The position provides technical expertise to solve complex problems and leadership to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. The employee is expected to develop advanced skills, work independently with increased latitude for unreviewed work, and support projects and business objectives through technical analysis, coordination, and mentorship. The position is hybrid, with work performed from remote and onsite locations after onboarding. Hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute of their designated Duke Energy facility, no more than 50 miles one way, and are expected to report to the facility as directed by their manager, averaging three full workdays per regular workweek. Travel is 15–25%.

Requirements

Six years of related experience and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, or eight years of experience and a high school diploma/GED.
Ability to work with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Skill in project management principles and coordinating work across multiple stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication, including the ability to communicate technical expectations and decisions clearly.
Strong knowledge of high-voltage power system engineering theories, principles, and substation design practices.
Skill in researching complex engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and presenting sound technical recommendations.
Experience providing technical oversight and reviewing substation physical designs, including general arrangements, equipment layouts, elevations, sections, AC schematics, conduit layouts, grounding layouts, bills of material, and construction details.
Advanced knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and its application, including power transformers, circuit breakers, switches, capacitor banks, reactors, instrument transformers, surge arresters, station service equipment, and bus systems.
Ability to review, validate, and provide technical guidance on substation grounding, lightning protection, AC station service design, cable sizing, raceway, and illumination calculations and designs.
Experience interpreting fault studies.
Familiarity with substation design codes and standards, including IEEE, NESC, NEC, ANSI, and utility-specific design criteria and practices.
Involvement with industry technical committees.
Experience leading technical reviews of vendor drawings, bills of material, and engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, operability, and compliance with project requirements.
Ability to lead cross-functional coordination and support engineers in resolving complex design, construction, and field issues.
Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, establish consistent engineering practices, and provide technical guidance on complex or nonstandard substation designs.
Experience overseeing and directing internal and contract engineering resources while maintaining quality, schedule, and technical consistency.
Knowledge of substation electrical (physical) engineering design tools, including AutoCAD, WinIGS, and Inventor.
Experience in the utility industry.
Proficiency in applying project management principles.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering and technical expertise to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems in the area of expertise, considering long-term results and system-wide impacts.
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities to accomplish business goals and objectives, including situations with limited standardization.
Prepare accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches; conduct analyses and recommend process enhancements and standards.
Conduct engineering and related studies, taking technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects.
Apply technical expertise to manage projects and share knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
Analyze and recommend business-process enhancements and develop standards relevant to the assigned area.
Keep abreast of developments in technologies, procedures, and equipment.
Develop positive working relationships and coordinate work activities effectively.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Maintain accurate records and files.
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
Coach and mentor engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.