Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation is a large U.S. energy company operating electric utilities that serve 8.4 million customers and maintaining 54,800 megawatts of total energy capacity. Its business also includes natural gas distribution for 1.7 million customers. The company is investing in grid modernization and a broader clean energy portfolio spanning renewables, energy storage, and nuclear power, alongside goals to reach net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.

Lead I&C Engineer – Emerson DCS

Lead instrumentation and controls engineering for Duke Energy generation projects, including Emerson DCS design, procurement, and commissioning. Support projects spanning renewables, energy storage, turbines, and emerging energy technologies.

Description

  • Oversee technical planning and execution throughout project phases
  • Manage DCS procurement, control system design, and commissioning
  • Lead a matrixed team of engineers and technical staff
  • Specify and procure Emerson DCS equipment
  • Develop and review control logic and graphics
  • Direct hardware and software factory acceptance testing
  • Contribute to major project scoping and EPC bid package development
  • Support transmission interconnection design and coordinate contract documents with interconnection scope
  • Assist with cost estimates, schedules, risk reviews, bid assessments, and contract development
  • Oversee engineering requirements, contracts, and design criteria
  • Take part in design and drawing reviews, construction support, technical RFI resolution, commissioning, and warranty work
  • Oversee construction and programming of site controls and cybersecurity assets
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards
  • Provide onsite engineering support during construction and commissioning
  • Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
  • Carry out engineering and related studies
  • Manage project schedules and interfaces independently
  • Design, operate, and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems
  • Keep accurate records and files, and coordinate work activities

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and/or a Professional Engineer license
  • Professional Engineer registration in a state
  • At least eight years of engineering experience
  • A master's degree in engineering may substitute for the bachelor's engineering degree
  • Strong working knowledge of Emerson Ovation control systems and Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • Understanding of fundamental engineering theories and principles
  • Understanding of engineering and design research, evaluating alternatives, making recommendations, and presenting them
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity and NERC CIP regulations
  • Knowledge of relevant standards, including ISA, IEEE, NFPA, and NERC
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
  • Ability to work at onsite locations and live within a reasonable commute of the designated Duke Energy facility
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when needed

Benefits

  • Friendly work environment
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Recognition for your contributions
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Relocation assistance where applicable
  • Hybrid work arrangement after the onboarding period
  • Travel requirement of 5–25%
  • Personal protective equipment provided or required as needed

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