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Engineering Technologist III or Senior Engineering Technologist- Photometric Designer

United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Sept 2025

About the role

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Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Position Summary

This is the third level (fourth if Senior) 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. This position will include, but not limited to, oversee Storm Protection & Grid Hardening, Load Growth & System Capacity, and DOT & City/County Road Improvement projects.

Responsibilities

Provides deep technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise,
Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities,
Independently prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches,
Conducts engineering and related studies,
Strives to continually 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

Basic Qualification

Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Engineering Technologist III

Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND three (3) years minimum of related experience, OR
Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND five (5) years minimum of related experience, OR
In lieu of degrees and experience listed above, high school diploma/GED AND nine (9) years minimum of related experience

Senior Engineering Technologist

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND six (6)+ years of relevant industry experience, OR
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND eight (8)+ years of relevant industry experience, OR
In lieu of degrees and experience listed above, high school diploma/GED AND twelve (12)+ years equivalent experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Good written and oral communication skills.
Experience in the utility industry.
Able to effectively apply basic principles of project management.

Working Conditions

Virtual - Work will be performed from a remote location after the onboarding period. However, virtual employees should live within a reasonable commute to a Duke Energy facility.
Some travel may be required.

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 3+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 5+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 9+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

Travel Requirements

5-15%