Engineering Technologist (Level I or II)

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Job Summary

The Engineering Technologist I position is the first level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support. An Engineering Technologist I, applies developing technical expertise to solve simple problems and management skills to provide oversight of work in a specific area of developing expertise, with close supervision. An Engineering Technologist I is expected to develop skills and ability in their field of study and work with some degree of independence.

The Engineering Technologist II position is second level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification. The Engineering Technologist II applies technical expertise to solve more complex problems and management skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with general supervision. Employees in the Engineering Technologist II position are expected to develop deeper technical skills and the ability to work with an increasing degree of independence.

Responsibilities

- 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

- Applies beginner level knowledge in preparing thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches

- Conducts engineering and related studies

- Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance

- Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities,

- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills,

- Maintains accurate records and files,

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

- Performs paired damage assessment for storm restoration efforts locally and/or in other corporate regions

Basic Required Qualifications

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

Engineering Technologist I

- Associates degree in Engineering Technology

- In lieu of Associates degree(s) listed above, High School/GED AND 4 year(s) related work experience

Engineering Technologist II

- Associates degree in Engineering Technology

- 2 years related work experience

- In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 2 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 6 year(s) related work experience

Desired Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

Additional Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in the electric utility industry.

- Understanding of basic principles of project management

- Experience in Drafting and Design

- Experience with CAD

Working Conditions

- 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.

Engineering Technologist I Specific Requirements

- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

- Good written and oral communication skills.

- Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 4+ years equivalent industry experience without a degree.

Engineering Technologist II Specific Requirements

- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

- Good written and oral communication skills.

- Either a graduate from a college or university with Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 2+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 6+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

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Travel Requirements

15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Friday, October 17, 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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