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Engineering Co-op
Duke Energy Corporation. Participate in a 16-week engineering co-op from January 2027 through May 2027 .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong technical proficiency in engineering applications and tools, with a focus on transmission equipment reliability and electric distribution design. Capable of effective project management and collaboration across diverse teams in the energy sector.
Highest-signal resume keywords
ABET-Accredited DegreeTransmission PlanningProject ManagementTechnical Proficiency in CAD ToolsExcellent Communication Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Transmission Equipment ReliabilityElectric Distribution DesignSystem PlanningContingency AnalysisModel DevelopmentLoad EvaluationEquipment Installation DesignEnvironmental ComplianceEnergy Production AnalysisGrid Planning
Soft Skills
Leadership QualitiesEffective Decision MakingCollaborationPrioritizationExecution
Tools & Technologies
CAD ToolsMFADSTAAD ProMATLABPSS/EPower World
Industry Keywords
Renewable EnergyEnergy TechnologiesEnvironmental RegulationsSafety CompliancePower Plants
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Participate in a 16-week engineering co-op from January 2027 through May 2027
- Work with different work groups within the department across two to three co-op sessions
- Work with staff engineers on transmission equipment reliability, analysis, and design
- Support transmission lines and structures, protection and controls systems, and physical/electrical components
- Assist with electric distribution design, system planning, operations, asset management, and project management
- Manage and maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete equipment installation/replacement designs, and oversee distribution systems
- Support project management and construction engineers and project managers in developing, designing, constructing, and starting up energy technologies
- Work on renewable solar, bulk energy storage, simple-cycle and combined-cycle turbines, advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and emerging technologies
- Support groundwater inspections, environmental projects, remediation, monitoring, regulations, permits, and licensing/relicensing
- Work with regulated power plants on facility safety, efficiency, system performance, reliability, cost, environmental compliance, systems engineering, maintenance, and energy production
- Perform transmission planning, contingency analysis, model development, and analysis of generator additions/modifications
- Evaluate load additions from a few megawatts to more than 1 GW
- Potentially travel to project sites and work in office and field construction assignments
Requirements
What you’ll need- Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial & Systems Engineering
- Must not graduate prior to May 2027
- Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the 16-week co-op from January 2027 to May 2027
- Ability to work a minimum of two non-contiguous co-op sessions
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in computers, software, and engineering applications, including CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, and Power World
- Previous engineering work experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision making
- Ability to work effectively with others from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to deliver results through prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution
- Some opportunities require a valid driver’s license
- May be required to meet requirements for unescorted access/security clearance depending on work location
- Must wear personal protective equipment as needed
- Requires ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay and benefits
- Extensive training programs
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career development resources
- Flexible work schedules
- Remote work options
- Employee wellness programs
- Housing stipend available when applicable
- Competitive stipend
- Professional development workshops and resources
- Networking opportunities
- Relocation assistance provided (as applicable) — No
- Personal protective equipment provided/required as needed