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Duke Energy Corporation · 10 hours ago

Senior Engineer – Transmission Line Engineering

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Duke Energy Corporation is a leading energy company that aims to make a difference in people's lives. The Senior Engineer – Transmission Line Engineering role involves providing design, engineering, and technical expertise for transmission lines, with responsibilities including design calculations, project oversight, and problem resolution.

Clean EnergyEnergyHardwareHydroelectricOil and GasService Industry

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provides engineering/technical expertise in the area of transmission line design. Analyzes scenarios, evaluates options, and performs design calculations to comply with design standards, applicable codes and sound engineering practices. Responsibilities include support of transmission line routing/siting, creating conceptual designs and cost estimates, preforming detailed design including structure, foundation, and electrical design for transmission line projects. Responsibilities also include providing construction support, oversight and other similar activities

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of Transmission Line design

Prepares thorough and accurate job packages, technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and drawings. Conducts analysis and recommends process enhancements and design standards relative to area of assignment

Conducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems

Ensures accomplishment of transmission line projects and overall business goals through effective planning, organizing, estimating, execution and monitoring of work activities. Effectively handles differing situations which require developing creative solutions with area of expertise. Modifies designs to address construction issues, environmental circumstances and public concerns. Assists construction in troubleshooting and problem resolution and provides on-site support

Makes informed decisions that may impact major projects or business/department results

Possesses and applies the fundamental engineering concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity

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

Qualification

Transmission Line DesignProfessional Engineer LicensureTransmission Line Design SoftwareEngineering PrinciplesProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCollaboration

Required

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 will be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree

Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer

Preferred

Professional Engineer Licensure

Experience in the utility industry

Proficient in transmission line design theories and principles

Proficient with transmission line design software; e.g PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, MFAD, etc

Proficient in engineering theories and applying engineering principles to solve problems

Familiarity with applicable design codes and standards

Proficient in practices of researching solutions, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting those recommendations

Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficient in principles of project management