Lead Engineer - Substation

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Number of openings: One (1)
Mobility: Hybrid
Summary
This posting is for a Lead Engineer – Substation out of the Lake Mary, FL office. The role provides technical leadership and oversight for substation electrical (physical) design work performed by internal and contract engineering resources. The types of projects include modifications, expansions, or developments of new Duke Energy electric substations in Florida. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering design packages, developing and implementing engineering processes, training and mentoring engineers within the group and leading teams.
The Lead Engineer is at the specialist level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level independently solve complex problems, manage work, and provide technical leadership in their areas of specialization with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work. The Lead Engineer is expected to guide others, apply advanced engineering judgment, and work effectively across internal teams and external engineering partners.
Desired Qualifications
Skilled in project management principles and coordinating work across multiple stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate technical expectations and decisions.
Strong knowledge of high-voltage power system engineering theories, principles, and substation design practices.
Skilled in researching complex engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, and presenting sound technical recommendations.
Experience providing technical oversight and reviewing substation physical designs, including general arrangements, equipment layouts, elevations, sections, AC schematics, conduit layouts, grounding layouts, bill of materials, and construction details.
Advanced knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and its application, including power transformers, circuit breakers, switches, capacitor banks, reactors, instrument transformers, surge arresters, station service equipment, and bus systems.
Ability to review, validate, and provide technical guidance on substation grounding, lightning protection, AC station service design, cable sizing, raceway, and illumination calculations and designs.
Interpreting fault studies.
Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards for substation design, including IEEE, NESC, NEC, ANSI, and utility-specific design criteria and practices.
Involvement with industry technical committees.
Experience leading technical reviews of vendor drawings, bills of material, and engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, operability, and compliance with project requirements.
Ability to lead cross-functional coordination and support engineers in resolving complex design, construction, and field issues.
Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, establish consistent engineering practices, and provide technical guidance on complex or nonstandard substation designs.
Experience providing oversight and direction to internal and contract engineering resources while maintaining quality, schedule, and technical consistency.
Knowledge of substation electrical (physical) engineering design tools, including:
AutoCAD
WinIGS
Inventor
Working Conditions
Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.
Specific Requirements
Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program and PE
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No
Represented/Union PositionNo
Visa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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