Senior Engineer

Duke Energy • Lake Mary, FL

120d

About The Position

This position will be hands-on design of Transmission Lines (69 kV and above). 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE.
• Six (6) years minimum required related experience OR five (5) years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.
• A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree above.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience designing projects with PLS CADD.
• Knowledge and experience with Transmission Line Projects in the Electric Power Industry.
• Able to learn new tools and processes needed to design Transmission Line (Maximo, among others).
• 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.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in principles of project management.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Auto CAD knowledge.
• Civil or Electrical Engineering Degree.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; decisions may affect the operations or results of the work group and may have some impact on major projects or department results.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
• Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
• 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.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree