Senior Engineering Technologist - Emergency Preparedness

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Position Summary

The Senior Engineering Technologist position is the fourth level of the non-Engineering degreed technical support role. The Senior Engineering Technologist provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems, and leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. Employees in the Senior Engineering Technologist position are expected to develop advanced skills and work independently with increased latitude for un-reviewed work. This position is responsible for working with the EP Manager- Wildfire in maintaining wildfire mitigation plans and processes for the Power Grid Operations organization. Responsibilities focus on process and procedure upkeep; deployment of processes and procedures within distribution and transmission functions of Power Grid Operations; developing presentations for the wildfire program; and maintaining the tools and data sources used in the wildfire program.

The position delivers value through the development and deployment of prevention, mitigation and preparedness strategies and plans, and formation of functional teams which:

• Maintain appropriate focus on prevention, mitigation and preparedness

• Protect the brand and reputation of Duke Energy

• Are based on industry best practices and innovative technology and approaches.

Responsibilities

• Some Tasks follow set guidelines or procedures

• Employee has the authority to make significant choices and decisions without specific guidance or direction from the Manager

• 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

• Conducts engineering and related studies to prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with limited guidance

• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills and performance of self and junior engineers

• Works as One to develop and promote positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities within group and cross work-group boundaries

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills

• Maintains accurate records and files

• Participates in other assigned duties during emergency or storm events

• Participates in other assigned duties during emergency or storm events

• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

• Storm duty required in and out of the zone. Overnight travel is required in and out of the zone.

Senior Engineering Technologist Basic Required Qualifications

• Either 6+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 8+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 12+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

• Valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

• In addition to desired degree, 5 plus years related work experience

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of electrical power engineering

• Familiarity with evaluating existing infrastructure and upgrading as needed to support customer development

• Experience with three phase design, layout, and material selection for medium voltage power distribution systems

• AutoCAD experience

• Experience designing duct bank systems

• Ability to ensure compliance with internal design standards and specifications

• Requires high customer interaction and excellent communication

• Ability to complete cost estimates and revenue calculations

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Proficiency with MS Office applications

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Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Experience in the utility industry.

• Proficient in applying principles of project management.

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.

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 6+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 8+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 12+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Wednesday, October 8, 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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