Automation Engineer

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The Automation Engineer role on the Automation Engineering team supports users of Tungsten RPA and Power Platform tools, as well as assists other engineers with problem resolution. Employees at this level solve more complex problems and manage work with general supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.

• Development of software automations
• Debug complex application platform or automation issues
• Perform application platform upgrades and patching
• Communicate with the business about their automations
• Assist teammates with problem resolutions

• Associates degree Minimum 2 years related work experience
• In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 2 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 3 year(s) related work experience

• Previous Duke Energy 1-2 years of experience with Robotic Process Automation
• 1-2 years of Power Platform & Power Automate experience
• Windows, Active Directory, Networking, Data Center Infrastructure
• Windows Server Maintenance
• Kofax RPA, Power Automate, UIPath, Automation 360, Blue Prism or equivalent automation software
• Experience with Git or other version control software

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.

• HS Diploma/GED + 3 Years in an automation engineering or software engineer role
• OR Associates degree + 2 years in an automation engineering or software engineering role
• Automation or programming development.
• Great problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate well with business partners.
• Ability to solve most problems with minimal assistance from team members.

Not required

• No Represented/Union Position
• No Visa Sponsored Position
• No.
• This is not a Visa Sponsored Position.

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

We are one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States, supplying and delivering electricity to approximately 7.4 million U.S. customers. We have approximately 52,700 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Carolinas, the Midwest and Florida – and natural gas distribution services serving more than 1.5 million customers in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and the Carolinas. Our commercial and international businesses own and operate diverse power generation assets in North America and Latin America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets.

Regardless of your skill set or specific interest, we're looking for the best and brightest talent in the industry. Our people make us great - and we're always looking for more. Find your career path today at Duke Energy, where it's more than a career - it's a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Duke Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the laws set forth in the Department of Labor EEO Poster and Supplement.