Lead Engineer – DCS, Electrical

Duke Energy Corporation

Lead Engineer providing technical expertise and guidance in electrical engineering at Duke Energy. Responsible for complex problem resolution and project management in energy solutions.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeBelton • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards related to area of assignment.
Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; apply extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment.
Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies, procedures and equipment.
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
Maintains accurate records and files.
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
Coaches and mentors, other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
8 years related work experience
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Skilled in engineering theories and principles
Skilled in the practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Skilled principles of project management.
Experience in the utility industry.
Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.
Ability to read and follow Emerson Ovation, Siemens T-3000 and GE Mk VI logic.
Ability to read and follow electrical/mechanical prints and diagrams.
Experience with electrical equipment such as industrial breakers, transformers, PLC, pressure and temperature transmitters.
Experience in power generation industry, including Combined Cycle, Simple Cycle and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) generation.
Demonstrated troubleshooting experience and skills.
Operations and Maintenance experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

friendly work environment
opportunities for growth and development
recognition for your work
competitive pay and benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering theoriesproject managementtroubleshootingprocess enhancementstechnical reportingevaluating alternativespreparing recommendationsreading electrical printsreading mechanical printsdesign issues

Soft Skills

effective communicationplanningorganizingcoachingmentoringrelationship buildingproblem solvinganalysisdocumentationmonitoring

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringMaster's degree in Engineering