Engineer I or Engineer II - Protection and Controls

Description

• Actively develop knowledge of and apply fundamental power system protection concepts, practices and procedures.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor the progress and quality of assigned projects to meet the required schedule; Own the project conceptual design, protection schemes, bills of material, protection settings, NERC compliance program evidence and technical field support.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
• Assists 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.
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of routine problems in area of expertise.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches associated with the resolution of routine technical problems.

Requirements

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, partners, customers, and the public by adapting to various personality styles in a professional manner
• 2 years minimum required related experience
• Experience in electric utility protection and control standards and the ability to produce construction documents
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Possesses knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in priorities, and remain calm and effective in stressful situations.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to meet required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Conducts basic engineering studies requiring little evaluation or ingenuity.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management.
• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.

Benefits

• Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance