Engineering — Impact in Energy

Duke Energy is hiring an Engineering I position in Plainfield, IN, aimed at entry-level engineers to solve problems in various engineering specializations under supervision. The role offers opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and a friendly work environment. Responsibilities include working on transmission and distribution engineering projects, assisting with grid planning, and managing equipment reliability. Preferred majors include Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, and related engineering fields.
Position: Engineering I — Start Your Impact in Energy 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 Engineer I position is the entry level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer I position solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. An Engineer I is expected to develop skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer I has knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.Locations for 2026/2027Opportunities at locations across our footprint: North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida. You will be able to provide location preferences in the application questions.See below for more information on the types of programs that could be offered. Take notes of what you are interested in, we'll ask you about this later in the application questions!TransmissionTransmission Engineering manages the design, assessment and analysis of substations and transmission facilities throughout the Duke Energy service area. This department is also responsible for any upgrades to these facilities to ensure safe and reliable operation of the assets. As a co-op, you will work with staff engineers to manage equipment reliability and perform analysis and design of transmission lines and structures, protection and controls systems, and physical/electrical components within Duke Energy's transmission system.Preferred Majors: Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Engineering TechnologyDistributionDistribution Engineering manages the design, operation, and planning of the grid. Distribution is committed to delivering energy to our customers reliably and efficiently; while maintaining our focus on safety, sustainability, and a smarter, more flexible grid.As an intern or co-op, you will undertake short-term responsibilities in variety of groups including electric distribution design, distribution system planning, distribution system operations, distribution asset management or distribution project management. During your rotation(s), you will work with staff engineers to manage/maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete designs for equipment install/replacement, and provide oversight of the distribution system.Preferred Majors: Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial & Systems Engineering, or Construction ManagementProject Management & Construction (PMC)PMC is responsible for building our new power generation assets and is in early stages of the largest buildout in the history of the company. As part of Duke Energy's broader strategy to meet rising customer demand and decarbonize the grid, PMC is actively planning and building renewable solar and bulk energy storage, new simple and combined cycle turbines, as well as developing projects for advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and other emerging technologies. Co-ops would work with PMC engineers and projects managers to develop, design, construct and startup of all these technologies, with both office and field construction assignments available in the Carolinas, Midwest, and Florida.Come be part of the energy transformation!Preferred Majors: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial & Systems EngineeringRegulated and Renewable Energy (RRE)Duke Energy Regulated and Renewable Energy generates electricity with an ever-expanding diverse energy mix to meet current and future energy needs for our customers! Come and experience a collaborative working environment for the future of generation! As a student employee, this is an exciting time to work in the utility industry! You will have the opportunity to mentor with top ranked engineers in our regulated power plants - including hydro, solar, natural gas, and coal generation throughout the Midwest, Carolinas, and Florida.Students will gain experience working on projects for generation facility safety, efficiencies, system…