Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Note: this position may be filled as an Engineer II or one level higher as an Engineer III based on the selected candidates experience.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.The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer III position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. An Engineer III is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer III effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressively complex and varied.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, • Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities, • Deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team, • Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity, • Conducts engineering and related studies • Completes routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; increasingly 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, • Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities, • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills, • Maintains accurate records and files, and • Supports the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally.Distribution Capacity Planning Engineer Responsibilities: • Support substation optimization, Grid Plan, and MYRP processes by: • Completing scoping assignments for planning responsible packages by communicated deadlines • Collaborating with development team through participation in project kickoff meetings, scope overlap discussions, and other means • Respond to execution stakeholder requests (PM, asset design) when scopes may need to be modified • Participation in Grid Plan 3 development workshops Support IVVC project by: • Completion of scoping assignments by communicated deadlines, either on own or by collaborating with contract partners • Engage in enablement efforts, including review of station regulator settings and capacitors with alarms or abnormal operations • Support ADP tools by: • Attending all scheduled training and onboarding sessions. • Leveraging existing tools (Adapt, Morecast, FLPR, GHC, PEA) to aid in planning process and decisions. • Aid in development of new tools (IGP) and be open to innovative solutions (customer programs, load shifting) to capacity constraints • Participate in actions related to audit findings. Provide feedback to durable SMEs to facilitate continuous improvement efforts. • Support completion of NWA analysis on all infrastructure projects meeting eligible criteria • Identify capacity project needs that do not align with SO and communicate and provide documentation per jurisdictional or zone level process • Provide timely responses to load addition and available capacity request inquiries. Where possible, leverage existing workstreams (SO, SYSCAP) or bundle solutions to maximize efficiency. • Support annual planning and budget cycle by maintaining project documentation (business cases, scopes, estimates, etc.) and respond to inquiries related to project timing and need to aid in quarterly reporting and/or data requestsBasic Requirements Engineer II<ul><li>Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.</li><li>Minimum 2 years of engineering experience</li></ul>Basic Requirements Engineer III<ul><li>Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.</li><li>Minimum 4 years of engineering experience</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications </h2>• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering  <h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.</li><li>Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.</li><li>Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.  </li><li>Good written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.</li><li>Understanding of basic principles of project management.</li><li>Experience in the utility industry.</li><li>Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.</li></ul><h2></h2>Mobility Classification - Hybrid#LI-PG1#LI-Hybrid<h2></h2>Travel Requirements5-15%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>No<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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Engineer II or Engineer III

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026<h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2>Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Note: this position may be filled as an Engineer II or one level higher as an Engineer III based on the selected candidates experience.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.The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer III position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. An Engineer III is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer III effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressively complex and varied.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, • Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities, • Deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team, • Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity, • Conducts engineering and related studies • Completes routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; increasingly 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, • Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities, • Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills, • Maintains accurate records and files, and • Supports the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally.Distribution Capacity Planning Engineer Responsibilities: • Support substation optimization, Grid Plan, and MYRP processes by: • Completing scoping assignments for planning responsible packages by communicated deadlines • Collaborating with development team through participation in project kickoff meetings, scope overlap discussions, and other means • Respond to execution stakeholder requests (PM, asset design) when scopes may need to be modified • Participation in Grid Plan 3 development workshops Support IVVC project by: • Completion of scoping assignments by communicated deadlines, either on own or by collaborating with contract partners • Engage in enablement efforts, including review of station regulator settings and capacitors with alarms or abnormal operations • Support ADP tools by: • Attending all scheduled training and onboarding sessions. • Leveraging existing tools (Adapt, Morecast, FLPR, GHC, PEA) to aid in planning process and decisions. • Aid in development of new tools (IGP) and be open to innovative solutions (customer programs, load shifting) to capacity constraints • Participate in actions related to audit findings. Provide feedback to durable SMEs to facilitate continuous improvement efforts. • Support completion of NWA analysis on all infrastructure projects meeting eligible criteria • Identify capacity project needs that do not align with SO and communicate and provide documentation per jurisdictional or zone level process • Provide timely responses to load addition and available capacity request inquiries. Where possible, leverage existing workstreams (SO, SYSCAP) or bundle solutions to maximize efficiency. • Support annual planning and budget cycle by maintaining project documentation (business cases, scopes, estimates, etc.) and respond to inquiries related to project timing and need to aid in quarterly reporting and/or data requestsBasic Requirements Engineer II<ul><li>Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.</li><li>Minimum 2 years of engineering experience</li></ul>Basic Requirements Engineer III<ul><li>Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering can be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.</li><li>Minimum 4 years of engineering experience</li></ul><h2>Desired Qualifications </h2>• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering &nbsp;<h2>Additional Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.</li><li>Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.</li><li>Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Good written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.</li><li>Understanding of basic principles of project management.</li><li>Experience in the utility industry.</li><li>Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.</li></ul><h2></h2>Mobility Classification - Hybrid#LI-PG1#LI-Hybrid<h2></h2>Travel Requirements5-15%<h3>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</h3>No<h3>Represented/Union Position</h3>No<h3>Visa Sponsored Position</h3>No<h3>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</h3><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy">Privacy</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use">Terms of Use</a><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility">Accessibility</a>

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