Lead Engineer – Equipment Engineering

Duke Energy Corporation

Lead Engineer guiding Duke Energy’s substation equipment strategy, procurement, and reliability. Supporting transmission engineering, vendors, field teams, and equipment pilots.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering principles and project management, with a focus on substation equipment specifications, vendor management, and complex problem-solving. Capable of providing technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

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Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE)Eight Years Engineering ExperienceProject Management PrinciplesTechnical Report Preparation

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Hard Skills

Engineering TheoriesEquipment Specifications DevelopmentComplex Engineering Problem SolvingDesign Review CoordinationVendor Warranty NegotiationEquipment InspectionBid Package DevelopmentChange ManagementTechnical DocumentationResearching Engineering Issues

Soft Skills

Good Written CommunicationGood Oral CommunicationCoaching And Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Substation EquipmentRegulatory RequirementsIndustry StandardsSupply Chain CoordinationDuke Energy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic programmatic direction for substation equipment including arresters and insulators, batteries/chargers, coils, instrument transformers, gang-operated switches, and capacitors
Provide technical expertise, leadership, and guidance to engineering design, construction, planning, and maintenance personnel
Approve new equipment and parts, support projects and replacement-part design, coordinate warranty resolutions, develop equipment specifications, and support field construction and maintenance
Develop and maintain equipment specifications incorporating design standards, reliability, maintenance, costs, industry standards, enterprise strategy, and regulatory requirements
Develop bid packages and select manufacturers and product offerings with Supply Chain
Establish working relationships with industry organizations and Duke Energy regional counterparts
Review and retain vendors on the approved bidders list, including factory and design qualification approval
Perform equipment inspections, witness manufacturer testing, and conduct design reviews
Support day-to-day procurement, item-number management, design changes, and change-management plans
Provide leadership and technical expertise to field, design, and standards engineers and craftsmen
Negotiate and coordinate vendor warranty repairs
Evaluate new designs and equipment, and sponsor pilots when warranted
Support development and maintenance of the Equipment Rating Methodology document
Identify, analyze, and resolve complex engineering problems
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches
Conduct and coordinate complex engineering studies and projects
Analyze and recommend business-process and standards enhancements
Coach and mentor engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals
Maintain accurate records and files and represent the company positively and professionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE)
Eight (8) years related work experience
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Skilled in engineering theories and principles
Skilled in researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
Good written and oral communication skills
Skilled in principles of project management
Ability to work from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period
Ability to live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility
Ability to travel 5–15%
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Relocation assistance provided (as applicable)