Engineer III or Senior Engineer - Strategic Planning & Development

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Notes:

- Other work locations in NC/SC may be considered.

- This position may be filled as an Engineer III or one level higher as a Senior Engineer dependent upon the selected candidate’s experience.

The Strategic Planning & Development Engineer will be integral to the team during the development phase of the PGO Distribution portfolio. The position provides programmatic oversight and/or assistance during the scoping of key strategic programs such as Self-Optimizing Grid (SOG), Voltage Management, Targeted Underground (TUG), Integrated Volt/VAR Control (IVVC) and other programs seeking to improve reliability and resiliency. This position will also provide oversight and/or perform duties conducting technical reviews of scope to ensure quality deliverables to downstream stakeholders while managing work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. The Strategic Planning & Development 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 this role are fully competent in the use of concepts and procedures and is capable of identifying problems, developing solutions and taking action to resolve.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to

- 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

- Prepares thorough and accurate technical reviews, reports, correspondence, and documentation related to the initial development of assigned portfolio

- Provides input on project scope and collaborates with project teams

- 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

Required/Basic Qualifications for Engineer III

- Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

- 4 years related work experience

- In lieu of Bachelors degree(s) and 4 years related work experience listed above, Bachelors degree in another field of study and Masters in Engineering

Required/Basic Qualifications for Senior Engineer

- Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE

- Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 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

Additional Preferred Qualifications

- Knowledge and experience with Distribution and/or Transmission Line Projects in the Electric Power Industry

- 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, to include the ability to present information to stakeholders at the leadership level

- Proficient in principles of project management

- Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

- Experience in transmission or distribution planning or operations

- Demonstrated proficiency with electric grid distribution, to include, but not limited to Self-Optimizing Grid (SOG), voltage management, Targeted Underground (TUG), Integrated Volt/VAR Control (IVVC), Urban Underground Automation (UUA)

- Superior problem solving and analytical skills

Working Conditions

- Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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