Technical Training Specialist

Duke Energy Corporation

Technical Training Specialist supporting Distribution Engineering and Power Grid Operations at Duke Energy. Designing and delivering training solutions to enhance workforce readiness and operational performance.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeNew Hill • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and update instructor-led (ILT), virtual, and eLearning content using established instructional design practices (e.g., ADDIE)
Develop training programs to support new systems, tools, and engineering processes
Maintain and continuously improve the Distribution Design Engineering curriculum to ensure relevance and effectiveness
Deliver engaging training sessions to Distribution Designers, Engineers, and other Duke Energy employees across multiple regions (in-person and virtual)
Facilitate learning experiences that drive knowledge retention, skill development, and on-the-job application
Support onboarding, progression, and upskilling programs within the Distribution Design curriculum
Develop training plans to support business initiatives and project implementations
Coordinate logistics for successful training delivery (scheduling, materials, and communication)
Act as a liaison between Engineering Leadership and the Engineering Training team to align training priorities and solutions
Partner with cross-functional teams to assess training needs and recommend effective learning solutions
Represent Distribution Engineering as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on projects and cross-functional initiatives
Conduct Designer observations to maintain awareness of field practices, process changes, and evolving business needs
Create, schedule, and manage training events and sessions within the LMS
Track training completions, attendance, and performance metrics to support compliance and reporting needs
Analyze training data to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement
Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend enhancements based on feedback and performance trends
Stay current on emerging training methods, tools, and industry best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Highschool Diploma/GED and 5+ years of Engineering Design Experience
Associate Degree in Engineering, Power Systems Management, or other Engineering Degree (preferred)
Experience collaborating effectively with SMEs, leadership, and cross-functional teams
Strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skills
Experience working as a Distribution Designer or within an electric utility distribution environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience in Distribution Engineering, Utilities, or Technical Operations environments (preferred)
Familiarity with engineering design processes and technical curriculum development (preferred)
Experience supporting system implementations or process changes (preferred)
Knowledge of training evaluation models (e.g., Kirkpatrick) (preferred)
Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g., MyLearning or equivalent) (preferred)
Working knowledge of instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE) (preferred)
Experience developing and delivering technical training (ILT, virtual, and/or eLearning) (preferred)
Experience with engineering tools and systems (e.g., Maximo, GIS, design tools, CAD) (preferred)

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

instructional designADDIEtraining program developmenttraining evaluation modelstechnical curriculum developmenttechnical training deliveryengineering design processesMicrosoft OfficeLearning Management Systemsengineering tools

Soft Skills

facilitationcommunicationorganizationalcollaborationknowledge retentionskill developmentliaisonassessmentrecommendationevaluation

Certifications

Highschool DiplomaGEDAssociate Degree in EngineeringPower Systems Management