Duke Energy Corporation · 5 hours ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer (North/South Carolina location options)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expDuke Energy Corporation is a leading energy company dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. They are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide engineering expertise and leadership throughout all phases of major projects in power generation, ensuring compliance with project contracts and technical standards.
Clean EnergyEnergyHardwareHydroelectricOil and GasService Industry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handling diverse situations that require specialized problem‑solving within the area of expertise
Provide engineering and technical expertise in the identification, analysis, and resolution of complex problems with the ability to assess cost, long-term impacts, and consequences
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards related to the area of assignment
Conduct 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 organization’s competitive position
Possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develop standards relevant to area of assignment
Support the development of major project scopes and EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) bid packages
Support cost estimating, scheduling, risk analysis, bid evaluation, and contract development
Provide engineering oversight to ensure compliance with project contracts and design criteria
Participate in design reviews, drawing reviews, construction support, resolution of technical RFIs, commissioning support, performance testing, and project warranty support
Build positive internal and external relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. Maintain accurate records and files
Stay current on new developments, technologies, procedures, and equipment
Coach and mentor other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals
Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally
Qualification
Required
Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program AND/OR a PE
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree
Preferred
Extensive knowledge of power plant design and processes including high energy steam systems, HRSGs, combustion turbines, steam turbine generators, pumps, condensers, cooling towers, chillers, and similar mechanical equipment
8+ years of power plant experience with an emphasis on operations and project execution in the utility industry
Strong understanding of engineering theories and principles
Experience researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and preparing and presenting recommendations
Familiarity with ASME PTC 22 and overall plant performance testing
Experience with system modeling software (Thermoflex, Fathom, Arrow) and thermal performance analysis
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated expertise in project management, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving
Project related work experience: risk management, project leadership, strong collaboration, oversight
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Company
Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2023-04-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Brian D. Savoy
EVP & CFO
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Steve Immel
VP Carolina Coal Generation
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