[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Duke Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Duke Energy · Terrell, NC # Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Electrical Systems Terrell, NC Full-time Manager or lead Operations Listed on Duke Energy’s official careers site. Posted October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Duke Energy’s careers site →](https://dukeenergy.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/search/job/Terrell-NC/Lead-Electrical-Engineer---Power-Electrical-Systems_R42096) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Duke Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/) / Lead Electrical Engineer - Power Electrical Systems ## Job description Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. The Lead Engineer is at the specialist level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership to others in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision and increased latitude for un-reviewed work. The Lead Engineer serves in lead roles providing guidance to others. They are also expected to have advanced skills and can work independently. This position will support Marshall Steam Station as the Electrical System Owner. ### Responsibilities Serving as the site subject matter expert for electrical systems. Monitoring and trending system/component performance. Directing onsite testing and troubleshooting activities for emergent issues. Evaluating preventative maintenance (PM) program performance and recommending performance-based adjustments. Ensuring regulatory compliance is maintained Interface with operations & maintenance, assisting with any other electrical/control system challenges and needs Coordinating cross functionally with other departments (such as Regional Engineering, Transmission, Maintenance & Operations) to ensure system concerns, schedules, budgeting, and related issues are properly addressed. Maintain plant risk grid for system/equipment responsibilities Interfacing with external vendors to ensure technical issues are properly resolved. Evaluates Fleet Operating Experience and industry learnings to improve Equipment Reliability. Support project management by developing the scope, technical basis, installation and testing requirements for engineering design changes, which include but are not limited to AC power systems, DC power systems, Large AC motors, Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, Voltage Regulators, Breakers, etc. Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations. Serve as station PTAC Basic/ Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering 8 years related work experience Professional Engineer ### Desired Qualifications Understanding basic engineering theories and principles. Understanding basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations. Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Good written and oral communication skills. Understanding of basic principles of project management. Experience in the utility industry. Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department. Ability to use Power Plan to build and process projects Ability to use Maximo to write WOs for equipment repairs and process PR WO's to order materials or services for the site. ### Preferred Skills Communication, Control Equipment, Cybersecurity, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Power Distribution, Electrical Systems Working Conditions Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. On-site employees are also required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location, not greater than 50 miles one way. ​ Specific Requirements - Must have obtained - Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program and PE Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience Professional Engineer registration A master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree. #LI - CM1 #LI - Onsite Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. 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. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 20, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 25, 2026 - Listed for: 5 days - Location: Terrell, NC - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Duke Energy’s careers site →](https://dukeenergy.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/search/job/Terrell-NC/Lead-Electrical-Engineer---Power-Electrical-Systems_R42096) ## Hiring at Duke Energy - Open jobs: 75 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Aug 21, 2026 [All Duke Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Duke Energy ### [Electrical Engineer III to Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Electrical Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/5e1d26497e5e666495a1/) Terrell, NC ### [Electrical Engineering Technologist III to Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist - Power Electrical Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/5a75710041bc8dcec436/) Terrell, NC ### [Lead Electrical Engineering Technologist - Power Electrical Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/8f2bc552e55636c85b86/) Terrell, NC ### [Associate System Operator - Midwest](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/6586a470b7619279d957/) Plainfield, IN ### [Engineer I - Energy Storage Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/duke-energy/jobs/fad9236d20417fa26790/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Lead Electrical Power Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/e76d4c49e92f839d798d/) Lockheed Martin · Moorestown, NJ ### [Signal & Power Integrity Electrical Engineer, Sr - Orlando, FL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/7ad719b0111ff1aa1c1f/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Electrical Engineer - Digital, Analog, & Power Supply](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/0203e5604095df347a31/) BAE Systems · Austin, Texas, United States ### [Entry Level Hardware Engineer - Electrical/Power/Firmware/RF (Hybrid)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/0f1f777ab115b5918663/) BAE Systems · Nashua, New Hampshire, United States ### [Electrical Power Generation Engineer (Substation, MV & LV power) - Data Center Operations (on-site Nashville, TN)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/38ead85360b75d9d155e/) Oracle · Nashville, TN, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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