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Duke Energy Corporation · 16 hours ago

Renewables Tech II, III - Charlotte Region - Solar and Battery Storage

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking Renewables Technicians to support inverter-based resources at solar and battery storage sites in the Carolinas. The role involves performing operational rounds, maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while traveling to various sites.

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Responsibilities

Perform daily operational rounds and operations activities up to and including developing and implementing complex Lock-Out-Tag-Outs (LOTOs). This includes being competent to train to become LOTO desk qualified
Perform SCADA, Telecomm, inverter, battery system, and array maintenance tasks
Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks
Perform all LOTO tasks needed for maintenance activities including research, development, isolation, independent verification, zero energy verification and work leader duties
Perform contractor oversight duties
Communicate with Operations Centers (RROC, TCC, ECC) regarding daily plant/ equipment status and maintenance. Daily travel could include multiple site visits
Perform rotational On-Call duties in support of Peak and Baseload generation needs
Perform record keeping duties concerning Environmental, Health & Safety records, spread sheets and documents
Ability to read and understand technical OEM manuals, recommendations, and warranty agreements
Perform startup duties necessary to commission new sites which will include but not limited to, punch list, developing procedures and PM's, system walk downs, assisting startup personnel with commissioning activities, starting/stopping units from multiple branded Control Systems
Must have strong instrumentation, electrical/electronic controls knowledge to troubleshoot, maintain and operate a photovoltaic solar plant and/or battery storage site
Take the role as integration lead for new sites to ensure RRE standards are met prior to turn over from Duke's construction group. This requires the ability to coordinate, time management, and thorough record keeping
New hires must be able to become proficient in the aforementioned required skills to be able to trouble shoot the varying technologies
Ability to read and understand technical electrical, civil, and mechanical drawings
General knowledge of high voltage equipment and ability to perform high voltage switching
Prepare service reports for site visits, emergency repairs, equipment modifications and equipment improvement investigations
Ensure a safe, event-free work environment by ensuring strict adherence to company protocols
Enforce procedures and processes in accordance with site specific O&M Standards and guidelines
Develop and review site specific procedures
Understand and enforce BES site requirements
This position requires more than 50% domestic regional travel

Qualification

Electrical troubleshootingSCADA systemsBattery storage systemsPhotovoltaic systemsElectrical test equipmentHVAC systemsFiber optic networksPower distribution systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteNational Electrical CodeInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Technical or associate's degree
One year of relevant experience
In Lieu of Associates Degree and 1 year of related experience; HS Diploma / GED and 3 years of related work experience
Technical or Associates Degree
Three years of relevant experience
In Lieu of Associates Degree and 3 years of related work experience; HS Diploma / GED and 3 years of related work experience
This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job
Must live within approximate 30-mile radius of assigned site(s)/area of responsibility
Capable of passing background check for NERC CIP
Must successfully complete EEI's Plant Operator Selection System (POSS)/Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)
Must successfully complete a Power Plant Physical Abilities Assessment
Required to pass physical
Valid driver's license
Strong Background in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Troubleshooting and repair, both AC and DC
Must possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates
Must possess good oral and written communication skills
Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
Must be motivated to work independently
Must have strong organization skills
Must have experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired
Ability to troubleshoot and repair fiber optic networks to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
Working knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers

Preferred

Must possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively direct owner and contract company associates
Must possess good oral and written communication skills
Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability
Must be motivated to work independently
Must have strong organization skills
Must have experience using electrical test and measurement equipment
Ability to troubleshoot from schematics
Solid working knowledge of various measurement techniques desired
Must possess the ability to adapt to other crafts (i.e. mechanical, civil, etc.)
Relevant experience with PV systems or equivalent PV training
Previous experience working with inverters
Experience with centralized SCADNEMS control systems and associated network devices
Working knowledge of Power Distribution systems
Electrical Design experience
Maximo CMMS experience
Experience with fiber optic networks
Knowledge of National Electrical Code
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
Knowledge of general safety and environmental practices

Company

Duke Energy Corporation

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Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.5B
2023-04-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Brian D. Savoy
EVP & CFO
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Steve Immel
VP Carolina Coal Generation
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