Engineering Technologist III

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Position Summary

This role is to advance customer service in the preparation and construction of work orders to build a smarter energy future for new Residential and mixed-use developments.The successful candidate has the desire, skills, and abilities to make a difference in the growth and improvement of the electrical distribution system to energize the communities we serve.The Engineering Technologist III position is the third level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification. Engineering Technologist III provide technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with limited supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.
Responsibilities

Work within a team environment and collaborates across multiple work groups to accomplish common goals
Applies deep technical expertise in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise including but not limited to electrical distribution and other utility systems
Independently prepares thorough and accurate work orders, technical reports, correspondence, documentation, electrical and mechanical calculations and sketches
Communicates frequently and consistently with customers both internal and external to ensure satisfaction
Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives that follow established processes through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
Applies advancing level knowledge in preparing thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
Conducts engineering and related studies and performs field design work to prepare work orders for construction of the distribution system
Interprets conceptual plans to prepare work orders, provide guidance on roadway permitting and easements, and apply CIAC billing

Strives to continually develop, transform and improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
Maintains accurate records and files
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Required/Basic Qualifications

Associates degree in Engineering Technology
4 years related work experience
In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 4 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 6 year(s) related work experience
Desired Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology or
Bachelors degree in Engineering or
Associates degree in Engineering Technology
In addition to desired degree, 2 years related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Able to effectively apply principles of project management.
• Acts with a sense of urgency
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously

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 their designated Duke Energy facility.
• Work will be performed both in an office setting and in a field setting

Specific Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Either 2+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 4+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 6+ years equivalent experience without a degree

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.

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