Engineering Technologist III – Photometric Designer

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<p><b><span style="font-size:11pt">Important Application Submission Information</span></b></p>In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Sunday, October 26, 2025<p></p><h2>More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</h2><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><p></p><p>The Engineering Technologist III serves as a Lighting Photometric Designer within Duke Energy’s Outdoor Lighting group. This role is responsible for developing professional, code-compliant lighting designs for a variety of outdoor applications, including residential subdivisions, multifamily developments, commercial sites, roadways, and Department of Transportation (DOT) projects. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with creative problem-solving to produce efficient, visually appealing, and safe lighting layouts that meet both customer and regulatory requirements.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Lighting Design & Photometrics: Develop detailed outdoor lighting designs and photometric calculations for new installations and system upgrades across residential, commercial, and municipal applications.</li><li>Technical Tools: Utilize lighting design software such as Visual, AGi32, AutoCAD or similar programs to model performance, evaluate uniformity, and ensure compliance with IES and local standards.</li><li>Project Development: Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Construction teams to translate customer requests into accurate and buildable lighting layouts.</li><li>Plan Preparation: Produce design drawings, fixture schedules, layout maps, and photometric reports to support proposals, permitting, and construction.</li><li>Standards & Compliance: Ensure all designs adhere to Duke Energy standards, Department of Transportation requirements, and applicable local codes and ordinances.</li><li>Customer Support: Assist with technical presentations, proposal reviews, and value-engineering solutions to optimize cost, energy efficiency, and aesthetics.</li><li>Quality & Accuracy: Review designs prepared by others for consistency, completeness, and technical correctness.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Stay current on evolving lighting technologies, photometric methods, and design tools to enhance overall quality and efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Conducts engineering and related studies,</li><li>Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance,</li><li>Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities,</li><li>Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills,</li><li>Maintains accurate records and files,</li><li>Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Required/Basic Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND three (3) years minimum of relevant industry experience OR</li><li>Associates degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) AND five (5) years minimum of experience OR</li><li>In lieu of above degrees, high school diploma/GED AND nine (9) years minimum of equivalent experience</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Desired Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Prior experience working in AutoCAD or Microstation</li><li>Experience with photometric design software (Visual, AGi32, Litepro, etc.)</li><li>Basic knowledge of utility electrical distribution system</li><li>General lighting experience & familiarity with outdoor lighting products – fixtures, poles, etc., specifically in lighting design</li><li>Understanding of IES lighting fundamentals, light sources, light optics, luminaire performance, lighting calculations, photometry, lighting economics, and energy management.</li><li>Ability to read and understand architectural and electrical drawings and fixture schedules</li><li>1-3 years of drafting or technical experience</li><li>Knowledge of local lighting ordinances and IES standards</li><li>Competent in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively and communicate with internal and external customers about their needs.</li><li>Able to effectively apply basic principles of project management.</li><li>Good written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Working Conditions</b> </p><ul><li>​Some travel may be required</li><li>Virtual mobility classification- work will be performed from a remote location after the onboarding period. However, virtual employees should live within a reasonable commute to a Duke Energy facility.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><h3>#LI-Virtual</h3><h3>#LI-AB1</h3><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><b>Travel Requirements</b></b></p>5-15%<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h3><span>Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</span></h3>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h3><span><span><span><span>Represented/Union Position</span></span></span></span></h3>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h3><span><span><span><span>Visa Sponsored Position</span></span></span></span></h3>No<h3><span><span><span>Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</span></span></span></h3><p><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/privacy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Privacy</a></p><p><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/ccpa-opt-out-request-form" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)</a></p><p><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/legal/terms-of-use" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Terms of Use</a></p><p><a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/customer-service/accessibility" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Accessibility</a></p>

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