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Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.
Job Summary
The Engineering Technologist III or Senior Engineering Technologist position is the third (or fourth if Senior) level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role. The Engineering Technologist III or Senior Engineering Technologist provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Employees in the Engineering Technologist III or Senior
Engineering Technologist position are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.
This position will report to the Manager for Distribution Design for the Residential Development Team for Florida. This position focuses and engages on some of the largest, most impactful residential development projects in the Duke Energy service area. The primary focus of the role is managing processes and preparing work orders to achieve success for capital improvement residential projects which includes off-site improvements, unit infrastructure, and streetlights. Maintaining relationships with land developers and home builders through timely execution of their project work plans is a must. This position is accountable for all aspects of residential project work and work order preparation to energize the communities we serve and empower the success of our customers. This position collaborates closely with Resource Optimization Planners and Schedulers, Operations Construction, and Operations Contractor Partners. This person needs to be an outstanding communicator, project manager, and customer advocate that applies technical expertise to solve more complex problems and management skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Incumbents are expected to have a deeper technical skill and the ability to work independently. This position is to perform the role of customer communication, planning, engineering, coordination, and administration of Residential Development Project Team underground subdivision work, and other work as assigned. This includes small subdivisions as well as complex mixed-use land developments, while learning to manage large scale planned developments for single family, multifamily, and mixed-use projects. This engineering role is a customer facing role and provides exceptional customer service through each phase of assigned projects throughout the process. The selected candidate will be required to meet with internal and external customers to determine project needs, assess job site conditions, and manage the project to develop the most efficient and economical solution to meet the project demands and timeline. Collaboration with other Duke Energy work groups and contractor partners is required to maintain a high level of service consistency.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
Strive daily to advance a culture of safety that includes a healthy and injury-free workplace sustained by behaviors that consistently demonstrate our commitment to the welfare of each other, our contractors, and to the communities we serve. Follow all safety rules and practices.
Supports the Company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
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.
Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities
Deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team.
Ability to do Distribution Design
Maintains accurate records and files.
Communicates and negotiates effectively for mutually positive outcomes.
Provides subject matter technical expertise and guidance 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
Independently prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
Perform field investigation and designs using standardized design tools and applications for RDT projects
Produce large volumes of high-quality work that adheres to design and construction expectations and enables the work order to be scheduled, constructed, and completed on time
Perform job site coordination activities to facilitate needs of customers and construction crews
Manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously in order to assure timely, successful completion of projects resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and company/departmental/individual goal achievement
Directs work performed by others to ensure it is on time and meets design and construction requirements
Adapt quickly to changes in projects scope and timeline
Conducts engineering and related studies
Endeavor to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
Be available for and perform major and minor storm restoration duties including extended working hours, field work and/or specific storm assignments
Advance four key priorities - Event Free Operation, Engaged and Empowered Workforce, Customer Satisfaction, and Growth
Basic/Required Qualifications
Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.
Engineering Technologist III
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND three (3) years minimum of related experience OR
Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND five (5) years minimum of related experience OR
In lieu of degree, high school diploma/GED AND nine (9) years minimum of related experience.
Senior Engineering Technologist
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND six (6) years minimum of relevant industry experience OR
Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND eight (8) years minimum of relevant industry experience OR
In lieu of degree, high school diploma/GED AND twelve (12) years minimum of related experience.
Desired Qualifications
Increasingly proficient in principles of project management.
Experience in the utility industry.
Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.
Additional Job Description
Demonstrated advancing application of engineering theories and principles.
Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Electric utility distribution design experience.
Maximo software experience.
BOUD software experience.
Effective time management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
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 commute to a Duke Energy facility.
Valid driver’s license
#LI-Hybrid
Travel Requirements
15-25%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No
Represented/Union Position No
Visa Sponsored Position No
Posting Expiration Date
Saturday, August 17, 2024
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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