Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist - Substation

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Number of openings: One (1)

Mobility: Hybrid

Position Summary:

 

The Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist position will support the modification, expansion, or development of new Duke Energy electric substations in Florida. This position is based in Lake Mary Florida and focused on performing complex substation electrical (physical) design, mentoring junior engineers and technicians, reviewing engineering design packages, and continuing to improve our internal engineering procedures and job aids.

 

This is the fourth level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification and considered the Career level for the job hierarchy.  Senior Engineering Technologist provide technical expertise to solve more complex problems, and leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision.  Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently with increased latitude for unreviewed work.

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to area of assignment.
• Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; apply extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment.  Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies, procedures and equipment.
• 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.
• Coaches and mentors other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Skilled in project management principles and coordinating work across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate technical expectations and decisions.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage power system engineering theories, principles, and substation design practices.
• Skilled in researching complex engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and presenting sound technical recommendations.
• Experience providing technical oversight and reviewing substation physical designs, including general arrangements, equipment layouts, elevations, sections, AC schematics, conduit layouts, grounding layouts, bill of materials, and construction details.
• Advanced knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and its application, including power transformers, circuit breakers, switches, capacitor banks, reactors, instrument transformers, surge arresters, station service equipment, and bus systems.
• Ability to review, validate, and provide technical guidance on substation grounding, lightning protection, AC station service design, cable sizing, raceway, and illumination calculations and designs.
• Interpreting fault studies.
• Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards for substation design, including IEEE, NESC, NEC, ANSI, and utility-specific design criteria and practices.
• Involvement with industry technical committees.
• Experience leading technical reviews of vendor drawings, bills of material, and engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, operability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Ability to lead cross-functional coordination and support engineers in resolving complex design, construction, and field issues.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, establish consistent engineering practices, and provide technical guidance on complex or nonstandard substation designs.
• Experience providing oversight and direction to internal and contract engineering resources while maintaining quality, schedule, and technical consistency.
• Knowledge of substation electrical (physical) engineering design tools, including:
  • AutoCAD
  • WinIGS
  • Inventor

 

Basic/Required Qualifications:

 

• Six (6) years of related experience and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology, or
• Eight (8) years of experience and Highschool Diploma/GED

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Proficient in applying principles of project management.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.

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.
• Valid Driver's License

Travel Requirements

15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. 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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