Electrical Engineer II or Electrical Engineer III
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Job overview
Duke Energy is hiring an Electrical Engineer II or Electrical Engineer III. Duke Energy seeks an Electrical Engineer II or III to serve as site subject matter expert, monitor systems, interface with vendors, direct testing, ensure compliance, improve reliability, manage control system configurations, develop design changes, coordinate with departments, and support cybersecurity and risk management at its Union, KY facility.
Key focus areas include Serve as site subject matter expert for assigned electrical/controls systems., Monitor and trend system/component performance., and Interface with external vendors to resolve technical issues..
Important skills include Distributed Control System (DCS), SCADA, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), AC Power Systems, DC Power Systems, and Large AC Motors. Preferred (not required): Communication, Oral Communication, and Interpersonal Skills with Diverse Individuals.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Experience Required
2 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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Position Summary
"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 Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.
Responsibilities
Serving as the site subject matter expert for the assigned electrical/controls systems.
Monitoring and trending system/component performance.
Interfacing with external vendors to ensure technical issues are properly resolved.
Directing onsite testing and troubleshooting activities for emergent issues.
Coordinating cross functionally with other departments (such as Design Engineering, Transmission, Maintenance & Operations) to ensure system concerns, schedules, budgeting, and related issues are properly addressed.
Ensuring regulatory compliance is maintained
Evaluates Fleet Operating Experience and industry learnings to improve Equipment Reliability.
Evaluating preventative maintenance (PM) program performance and recommending performance-based adjustments.
Responsible for maintaining the configuration of station and turbine-specific Distributed Control System (DCS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and programmable logic controllers (PLC) process control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and regulatory compliant operation of power stations
Develop the scope, technical basis, installation and testing requirements for engineering design changes, which include but are not limited to AC power systems, DC power systems, Large AC motors, Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Voltage Regulators, Breakers, etc.
Manage any external control system vendor support as a single point of contact (SPOC)
Interface with operations & maintenance, assisting with any other electrical/control system challenges and needs
Coordinate with cyber security specialists for scheduling and implementing necessary patching as well as database management
Manage the control/electrical system vendor contracts, including on-call support, maintenance, and parts agreements
Maintain plant risk grid for system/equipment responsibilities
Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Basic/ Required Qualifications
Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.
Engineer II:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
Minimum 2 years related work experience
Engineer III
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
Minimum of 4 years of related experience.
Desired Qualifications
Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Understanding of basic principles of project management.
Experience in the utility industry.
Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.
Working Conditions
Onsite Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at a company facility.
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No
Represented/Union PositionNo
Visa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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Accessibility
Duke Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the laws set forth in the Department of Labor EEO Poster and Supplement.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
R40989
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