Engineer I or Engineer II

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Note: the hiring manager may elect to fill this position as an Engineer I or one level higher as an Engineer II dependent upon the selected candidate's experience.

The Engineer I position is the entry level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer I position solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. An Engineer I is expected to develop skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer I has knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.

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 person in this position will be a part of the Highway Relocation (City of Charlotte and NCDOT) Engineering team within Asset Design for the Central Zone. The design work in this group includes developing both underground and overhead relocation designs with associated estimates within the terms of the various relocation agreements with the appropriate stakeholders. This position is expected to collaborate positively with Area Operations Support groups including NCDOT Relocation Team, DTUG Engineering, and Zone Engineering as well as other internal stakeholders including the Highway Relocation Program team, Resource Planning and Scheduling, Construction Management, Government and Community Relations, Environmental Health and Safety, Land Services, and Legal as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide a detailed design that meets the requirements prescribed by our various internal and external stakeholders (Distribution Standards, City/Municipalities/NCDOT etc.)

• Must be customer focused and responsive. Develops positive working relationships with internal and external customers to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and make decisions that may affect the work of the team.

• Communicates and negotiates effectively with customers and stakeholders for mutually positive outcomes.

• Adapts quickly to changes in scope, schedule, or cost and provides updates to necessary stakeholders

• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities

• Perform job site coordination activities to facilitate needs of customers and construction crews

• Manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously to assure timely, successful completion of projects resulting in high levels of customer & stakeholder satisfaction.

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of routine problems in area of expertise.

• Assists in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities under the guidance of higher-level employees.

• Possesses knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures.

• 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.

• Oversee projects from conception to completion, including resolving both design and construction constraints and partnering with other organizations to ensure a successful outcome.

• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysisof moderate scope and complexity.

Basic Required Qualifications - Engineer I

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. degree

• Valid Drivers' License

Basic Required Qualifications - Engineer II

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program

• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. degree

• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience

• Valid Drivers' License

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build cooperative working relationships across multiple levels of the organization and across departmental boundaries

• Broad knowledge of distribution systems, standards & equipment, and associated safety policies, practices, and procedures

• Demonstrates skills applying leadership in the areas of technical project management, program oversight and/or governance

• Leverages past knowledge to document and improve processes for increased efficiency

• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.

• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.

• Ability to positively interact with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.

• Understanding of basic principles of project management.

• Experience in the utility industry.

• Experience with AutoCad

• PMP Designation

Working Conditions

Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Travel Requirements

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