Duke Energy Corporation

Senior Engineer - Plant Reliability Engineering (Electrical)

Duke Energy Corporation$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer; Master's degree will be considered in lieu of B.S.
  • 6 years of engineering experience, or 5 years with state registration as a Professional Engineer.
  • Strong expertise in Electrical Components, DC Systems, and Cable Aging Management.
  • Experience in conducting engineering studies and managing complex projects.
  • Ability to produce detailed technical documentation and enhance business processes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise in solving complex engineering problems.
  • Plan, organize, and monitor work activities to achieve business goals.
  • Prepare technical reports, documentation, and recommendations.
  • Conduct studies and manage projects with full technical responsibility.
  • Analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and standards.
  • Develop positive working relationships and communicate effectively.
  • Support the company's goals and represent it professionally.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with both remote and onsite opportunities.
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive plant environment during site visits.
  • Professional development in Electrical Components and aging management.
  • Exposure to new technologies and industry practices.
  • Possibility to lead and mentor others in engineering roles.
Full Job Description
Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, July 8, 2026

This position can be located at any of the Duke Energy nuclear sites or the Corporate Office

Summary

This is the career level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership to others in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work. Incumbents function in lead roles providing guidance to others. They are also expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently. Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business need.

This position will support the Plant Reliability Engineering organization, specializing in Electrical Components, DC Systems and Cable Aging Management. This position will offer an opportunity to perform Life Cycle Management planning, evaluation, and technical support of Electrical Component challenges, DC systems and cable aging management concerns. This position reports to the Director of Plant Reliability Engineering. This position supports a hybrid work posture with work split between in the office and remote. The position is a normal office working environment that could include onsite plant visits.

Responsibilities
  • Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
  • Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.
  • Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to area of assignment.
  • Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; applies extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
  • Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment. Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies procedures and equipment.
  • 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.


Basic/Required Qualifications
  • 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 B. S. engineering degree.
  • Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience, or 5 years of engineering experience AND state registration as a Professional Engineer.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior Electrical Component or Aging Management experience.
  • Skilled in engineering theories and principles
  • Skilled in the practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
  • Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Skilled in the principles of project management.
  • Experience at an operational nuclear power facility, or other industry generation environment.


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 the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.


Travel Requirements
5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No

Represented/Union Position
No

Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

About Duke Energy Corporation

Duke Energy is one of the largest energy holding companies in the United States. Its Electric Utilities and Infrastructure business unit serves approximately 7.5 million customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest.

Duke Energy Corporation Careers

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27,605 employees
Market Cap
$79 billion
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Net Income
$1.3 billion
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
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