Engineering Technologist I

Duke Energy Corporation

. Enhance and support real-time Critical Infrastructure Networks managing Piedmont natural gas pipeline systems .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SCADA systems, pipeline automation, and control systems, with a strong focus on data analysis, technical support, and project management principles. Proficient in configuring and maintaining hardware and software for critical infrastructure networks in the utility industry.

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SCADA System SupportPipeline AutomationData AnalysisTechnical SupportProject Management Principles

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Hard Skills

SCADA ConfigurationData MappingDatabase ConfigurationProtocol TestingDisplay BuildingDisaster RecoveryAlarmingPoint-To-Point CheckoutEngineering StudiesPerformance Tuning

Soft Skills

Good Written CommunicationGood Oral CommunicationAbility to Work with Diverse Individuals

Tools & Technologies

Gas Control SystemHMIData HistoriansRTU SitesPressure Recording DevicesLNG AssetsCompressor Station Assets

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryPipeline SystemsLNG AutomationMeasurement SystemsRegulatory Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Enhance and support real-time Critical Infrastructure Networks managing Piedmont natural gas pipeline systems
Support the Gas Control System, SCADA front ends, Data Historians, LNG assets, Compressor Station assets, and related automation and control systems
Support 325 RTU sites, 260 Pressure Recording Devices, and 1,300 Large Volume Meter customer locations
Provide off-hour on-call support on a rotating schedule
Support control systems in four LNG plants and eight Compressor Stations
Oversee SCADA and LVRMR systems and interfaces with field equipment, remote workstations, servers, and the mainframe
Configure SCADA, HMI, and field automation equipment according to company, industry, regulatory, and contractual standards
Provide first-level engineering support for SCADA operations, including design, migration planning, database configuration, security, disaster recovery, display building, protocol testing, maintenance, and GMAS support
Perform data analysis, screen development, backend objects and scripts, data mapping, tag naming, security, alarming, database updates, point-to-point checkout, and documentation
Produce and maintain specifications, customer change requests, operations and maintenance manuals, design notes, interface details, data tables, flow charts, and user guides
Research and maintain knowledge of current and emerging computer security threats
Provide technical support to system users across Gas Control, Field Measurement, Engineering, Gas Services, Resource Center Operations, Modeling, Compression, and LNG
Troubleshoot SCADA systems and maximize uptime
Work with IT Security to maintain current cybersecurity practices
Monitor system performance and participate in performance tuning
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities
Conduct engineering and related studies
Maintain accurate records and files and represent the company positively and professionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Engineering Technology
In lieu of an Associate degree: High School/GED and 2 years of related work experience
Either an Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with no experience, or 2+ years equivalent industry experience without a degree
Experience in the utility industry preferred
Understanding of basic principles of project management preferred
Thorough understanding of pipeline-related systems, potentially including Measurement Systems, Compression, and LNG automation and operations
Proficiency in operating and maintaining hardware, software, and electronics used in the described systems
Ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Ability to visit field sites and/or plants as required by the business unit

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Rotating off-hour on-call schedule (approximately 1 week every 2 months)
5–15% travel requirements