Summary
This job posting is for an Electrical Engineer within the Design Engineering organization. The Design Electrical Engineer will play a vital role in ensuring high reliability of the nuclear units through associated design changes to the plant.
This job posting is at the Engineer Iof the Engineering classification hierarchy.
This is the entry level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this entry level solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They have knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.
This Electrical Engineering position will be in Seneca, SC in the Carolinas Nuclear Generation/Oconee Nuclear Station/Electrical Design Engineering team organization that supports nuclear generation stations in North and South Carolina. The Electrical Design teams manage the development, design, and implementation of engineering changes. The individual will be responsible for developing the scope, technical basis, installation, and testing requirements for engineering changes installed in the plant. Ongoing support of assigned engineering changes through work order reviews, corrective action program assignments, and field installation support activities is required.
Design Changes would include: AC power systems, DC power systems, Large AC motors, Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Protective Relaying, Voltage Regulators, Instrumentation and Controls, and Digital systems.
Responsibilities
- Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of routine problems in area of expertise.
- Prepares thorough and accurate engineering change packages, specifications, calculations, and drawings associated with the resolution of plant technical problems.
- Accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
Working Conditions
- Typically, an office environment with some work in the plant
- On site work required during qualification process
Basic / Required Qualifications
Engineer I
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a 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.
Desired Qualifications
- Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
- Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
- Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
- Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam
- Understanding of basic principles of project management.
- Experience in the utility industry.
- Knowledge/Experience of Instrumentation & Control Systems.
- Knowledge/Experience of Digital Process Systems.
- Knowledge/Experience of Electrical Power Systems.
- Experience with general computer skills including Windows, e-mail, and Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
- Good written and oral communication skills.
Specific Requirements
- Nuclear plant unescorted access
- This position may be required to have Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responsibilities which could include callouts with a defined response time to the site and an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.
- Occasional work during nights and weekends or extended workdays may be necessary to support nuclear regulatory compliance, unit outages, or emergent equipment issues.
- Typical Office environment with flexibility to support plant operations. Must be able to work in an industrial environment safely.
Duke Energy
526 S Church St
Charlotte
North Carolina United States
www.duke-energy.com
