Engineer I

Duke Energy Corporation

. Provide daily operational and maintenance support for plant electrical and control systems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeEdwardsport • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in plant electrical and control systems, with a strong foundation in engineering principles and project management. Capable of supporting maintenance activities, reliability improvements, and compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor Of Science In EngineeringPower Plant Systems FamiliarityProject Management PrinciplesStrong Communication SkillsAbility To Collaborate Effectively

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems SupportControl Systems SupportPreventative Maintenance PlanningEngineering AnalysisTechnical Documentation ReviewPerformance MonitoringCorrective Action TrackingReliability Metrics PreparationProblem-Solving MethodsEquipment Specifications Review

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility To Manage Multiple TasksCollaboration With Diverse Teams

Tools & Technologies

DCS (Distributed Control Systems)PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Environmental StandardsHealth And Safety StandardsProcess Safety Management (PSM)Outage PlanningCapital Improvement Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide daily operational and maintenance support for plant electrical and control systems
Assist with preventative maintenance planning and reliability improvements
Support outage planning, work scope development, and execution
Review and update operating procedures, drawings, and technical documentation
Identify and support O&M and capital improvement projects
Coordinate with internal teams and OEM vendors to support equipment reliability
Review inspection reports and assist with corrective action tracking
Support engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring of plant equipment
Prepare basic engineering reports, documentation, and reliability metrics
Follow Environmental, Health, Safety, and Process Safety Management (PSM) standards
Assist in engineering studies, problem analysis, and technical solutions under supervision
Support planning, scheduling, and tracking of engineering and maintenance activities
Participate in PSM activities such as management of change and incident investigations
Monitor equipment performance and communicate recommended maintenance actions
Represent Duke Energy professionally while supporting company goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree
Open to December 2026 and May 2027 graduates
Ability to review equipment specifications, drawings, and technical documents
Familiarity with power plant systems such as turbines, HRSGs, boilers, or control systems (DCS)
Basic understanding of project management principles
Knowledge of fundamental engineering theories and problem-solving methods
Ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
Valid driver's license required
Must pass background check, drug screening, and required medical clearances
Ability to work at heights and access all plant areas
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to perform occasional physical activity including walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting up to 75 lbs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Relocation assistance provided (as applicable)