Engineering Technologist III / Sr Engineering Technologist

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Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.”

The Engineering Technologist Ill position is the third level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role. An Engineering Technologist Ill provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Employees in the Engineering Technologist Il l position are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.

The Senior Engineering Technologist position is the fourth level of the non-Engineering degreed technical support role. The Senior Engineering Technologist provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems, and leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. Employees in the Senior Engineering Technologist position are expected to develop advanced skills and work independently with increased latitude for un-reviewed work.

Responsibilities

- Some Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures.

- Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions without specific guidance or direction from the Manager.

- Applies technical expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems in area of expertise.

- Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.

- Conducts engineering and related studies to prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with limited guidance.

- Strives to continually improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills and performance of self and junior engineers.

- Works as One to develop and promote positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities within group and cross work-group boundaries.

- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

- Maintains accurate records and files.

- Participates in other assigned duties during emergency or storm events.

- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Required/Basic Qualifications

Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Engineering Technologist lll

- Either 3+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 5+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 9+ years equivalent experience without a degree. - Valid driver's license

Sr Engineering Technologist

- Either 6+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 8+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 12+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

- Valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

- In addition to desired degree, 5 plus years related work experience

- Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of electrical power engineering

- Familiarity with evaluating existing infrastructure and upgrading as needed to support customer development

- Experience with three phase design, layout, and material selection for medium voltage power distribution systems

- AutoCAD experience

- Ability to ensure compliance with internal design standards and specifications

- Requires high customer interaction and excellent communication

- Ability to complete cost estimates and revenue calculations

- Strong analytical skills

- Strong organizational skills

- Proficiency with MS Office applications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

- Good written and oral communication skills.

- Experience in the utility industry.

- Able to effectively apply basic principles of project management.

- Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication 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.

- Frequent Field Visits

- Travel up to 50%

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Travel Requirements

25-50%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Thursday, August 28, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

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

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