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　　The Relay Construction and Maintenance department executes the design packages developed by the Transmission Engineering department for the construction of substation and transmission facilities throughout the Duke Energy service area.

　　Program Internship Work Location for 2024: Potential opportunities at locations across our footprint; North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, and Ohio

　　This department is also responsible for:

　　Ensuring grid reliability by executing the day-to-day operations

　　Maintaining the protective relays and SCADA control systems in compliance with state and federal regulations

　　Relay Technician Interns will work alongside Journeymen and Apprentice level Relay Technicians to get exposed to the technical skills and safety focused work behaviors necessary to be proficient in this profession

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Develops understanding of the fundamentals of relaying, protective schemes, controls, alarms, distribution SCADA, communications

　　Develops basic isolation procedure writing

　　Develops understanding of how to utilize print reading, red mark process

　　Develops understanding of RTS and its use

　　Develops understanding of NERC compliance and importance for accurate data and timely completion

　　Develops basic trouble shooting skills

　　Develops the ability to think methodically and arrange activities in logical order

　　Develops basic understanding of CT and VT circuits

　　REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Currently enrolled and pursuing EITHER a TWO-YEAR or FOUR-YEAR degree in ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY or an ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY related major

　　At least 18 years of age prior to beginning employment with Duke Energy

　　Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75

　　Valid driver’s license

　　DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

　　Students must have completed 12 credit hours with specific courses: Introduction to Electrical Utilities, Electrical Utility Print Reading, Physics/Trig for Relay Technicians, Introduction to CAD

　　Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills

　　Demonstrates ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment

　　Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision making

　　Works effectively with others from diverse backgrounds to achieve a common goal

　　Ability to deliver superior results within an allocated time though effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work

　　Demonstrates tenacity by remaining persistent in the face of adversity

　　Demonstrated technical proficiency in the use of computers, software, and engineering applications

　　Desire to pursue a career in the energy industry

　　WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility

　　Student is required to complete a minimum of 20 hours of work per week on site at various work locations but can complete a maximum of 40 hours of work per week

　　Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and pass a pre-employment drug test

　　Depending on work location, may be required to meet requirements for unescorted access/security clearance

　　Ability to pass required Pre-Employment Testing for Relay Technicians

　　Exposure to mechanical, electrical, noisy and/or other hazards

　　Exposure to Carrier and Tone equipment

　　Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, appropriate clothing, ear plugs, fall protection, etc.), as needed

　　Ability to lift 50 pounds

　　Ability to work at heights and from suspended work platforms

　　Required to work in all areas of the power plant

　　Travel Requirements

　　Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No

　　Represented/Union Position No

　　Visa Sponsored Position No

　　Posting Expiration Date

　　Saturday, March 23, 2024

　　All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

　　Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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