Senior Protection and Control Design Engineer

Duke Energy Corporation

. Manage engineering work in protection and control specialization with minimal supervision .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLake Mary • Florida • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in protection and control engineering, including high-voltage substation design and protective relay settings analysis. Proficient in project management and CAD software for efficient engineering design and documentation.

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Protection And Control EngineeringHigh-Voltage Substation DesignProtective Relay Settings AnalysisProject Management PrinciplesProfessional Engineer Certification

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignCAD SoftwareSchematic DrawingWiring Diagram PreparationEngineering CalculationsDesign SpecificationsBill Of Material ProductionProject Scope DevelopmentConstruction Plan DevelopmentEngineering Theories Application

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationOral CommunicationCollaborationKnowledge SharingProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer LicenseABET Accredited Engineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryIEEE StandardsNERC StandardsEngineering Fundamentals ExamField Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage engineering work in protection and control specialization with minimal supervision
Design protection and control relaying applications for new and existing substations
Manage multiple engineering projects and ensure timely release of designs
Use design specifications, code manuals, CAD software, and reference sources to complete engineering designs
Produce engineering release packages with drawings and bills of material
Develop project scopes and control equipment enclosure layouts
Prepare elementary, schematic, and wiring diagram drawings and construction plans
Develop and review high-voltage substation designs from 13kV through 500kV
Develop expertise in protective relay settings calculations and analysis using IEEE, NERC, and evolving standards
Provide construction support to field personnel during project implementation
Maintain CAD expertise for efficient engineering work
Collaborate with project teams and share knowledge
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
Conduct engineering and related studies
Maintain accurate records and files
Support company goals and represent the company professionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Engineer III: 4 years minimum required related experience
Senior Engineer: 6 years minimum required related experience
Senior Engineer: Professional Engineer Certifications/License
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree
Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam preferred
Increasingly proficient in principles of project management
Experience in the utility industry preferred
Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department preferred
Demonstrated advancing application of engineering theories and principles
Increasingly proficient in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and presenting recommendations
Good written and oral communication skills
Must live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility
Must be able to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Must be available for system travel, call-out, and work during system emergencies or scheduled days off

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Flexible schedule
Hybrid work option
Optional half-day Fridays or alternating Fridays off