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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 solves 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.
This position is a transmission line project engineer who performs various engineering activities associated with the design and installation of electrical transmission facilities for Duke Energy. The position activities include designing and routing transmission lines, reviewing engineering studies, proposals and programs, analyzing and designing structures and foundations, performing strength and electrical calculations, and preparing design documents, technical specifications, cost estimates and bills of material associated with the installation of electrical transmission line facilities.
Job Responsibilities
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
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
Basic /Required Qualifications - Engineer II
Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Basic /Required Qualifications - Engineer III
Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program AND/OR current P.E. license.
Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Civil engineering degree preferred.
Passing grade on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Demonstrated advancing application of engineering theories and principles.
Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing, and presenting recommendations.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Previous experience with transmission line design
Experience utilizing PLS-CADD
Experience utilizing AutoCad
Understanding of the basic principles of project management.
Proficient in Microsoft suite skills such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
Experience in the electric utility industry.
Working Conditions
Hybrid
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Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No
Represented/Union PositionNo
Visa Sponsored PositionNoPlease note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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