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Corinex Corp.

DevOps Engineer

West Newton, IN · On-site

$52.75 - $72.25/hr

About The Company At Corinex, we are driving the future of energy with cutting-edge Broadband over Power Line (BPL) technology. As a global leader in smart grid solutions, we enable utilities to ...

Corinex Communications

DevOps Engineer

West Newton, IN · On-site

$52.75 - $72.25/hr

About The Company At Corinex, we are driving the future of energy with cutting-edge Broadband over Power Line (BPL) technology. As a global leader in smart grid solutions, we enable utilities to ...

SNC-Lavalin

Lead Estimator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on power grid and utility projects by providing expert cost estimating services across all phases, from early development through final ...

Pike Corporation

Learner (AES)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

Pike Corporation

Learner (Duke)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

Burford's Construction

Learner (Duke)

Plainfield, IN

$18 - $22.50/hr

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

Pike Corporation

Learner (Duke)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

Burford's Construction

Learner (Duke)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

Burford's Construction

Learner (AES)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nation's infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Essential ...

MISO Energy

Principal AI Engineer

Carmel, IN

$168K - $193K/yr

Your work will directly impact how risks are detected, analyzed, and prevented, helping ensure a reliable and resilient power grid. We're looking for a Principal AI Engineer who is passionate about ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for power grid in Indiana is $92,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,200.00 and $127,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Power Grid job typically involves working in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Professionals in this field ensure that electrical power is efficiently delivered from power plants to consumers while maintaining system reliability and safety. Roles can include engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for grid infrastructure, maintenance, and upgrades. These jobs often require technical expertise in electrical systems and adherence to regulatory standards.

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To thrive in a Power Grid role, you need strong knowledge of electrical systems, engineering principles, and grid operations, often supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field. Experience with SCADA systems, grid analysis software, and certifications like NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills in this position. These qualifications are crucial for maintaining reliable and efficient power distribution while responding swiftly to grid issues.

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Professionals in Power Grid roles often monitor and analyze grid performance, manage load distribution, and respond to outages or faults to ensure continuous power supply. They routinely collaborate with engineers, field technicians, and utility planners to maintain system stability and integrate new technologies or upgrades. Daily tasks may include reviewing system alerts, coordinating scheduled maintenance, and implementing contingency plans for emergencies. The role typically involves a mix of office-based monitoring in a control room and fieldwork as needed.
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Infographic showing various Power Grid job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 33% Physical, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,592 per year, or $44.5 per hour.
Power Grid Operations Work Management Planner

Power Grid Operations Work Management Planner

Duke Energy Corporation

Shelbyville, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Duke Energy rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 163 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Saturday, May 30, 2026
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.
Position Summary
This position reports to the Work Management Manager and supports the field personnel who perform construction and maintenance activities for substation and transmission line assets. The Planner is responsible for the preparation of work packages to perform both Construction and Maintenance activities. The Planner will review the maintenance/performance history of the equipment to identify and determine special requirements necessary to successfully complete the work. The Planner will identify any additional maintenance work or capital projects that could be worked concurrently to gain resource efficiencies. The Planner will document and explain variances in the actual job task work hours versus estimated job task work hours. The Planner must closely monitor the progress and status of work and is responsible for raising issues to schedulers and supervisors to identify areas for improvement and opportunities to improve efficiencies. The Planner may also be required to ensure accurate completion of NERC related documentation. The Planner also works closely with the construction resources and resources within Transmission Project Management to plan, estimate, and allocate resources to all projects assigned to the Transmission Construction Section. This requires first-hand knowledge of Construction activities or the ability to draw on resources within the Construction Section to gain that knowledge. The position must possess good organization and collaboration skills for working in team environments to produce excellent project plans and estimates. This position supports the development and implementation of construction and maintenance work plans to support annual programs ranging from $150M - $300M annually (capital and O&M, approximate). In addition, this position continually manages changes in these plans to align with changing funding requirements, and to align plans to execute the highest priority work. The Planner has a responsibility to ensure the annual Construction & Maintenance work plan is completed.
Responsibilities
The Planner will develop work packages to include
  • Scope of work required
  • Accurate estimate of hours required to perform job
  • Skill sets required to perform work
  • Provide procedures required to perform work
  • Identify special tools required to perform work
  • Plan for any mobile equipment needs
  • Plan for any special part needs
  • Obtain necessary DOT or Environmental permits
  • Project job durations for scheduling purposes
  • Provide any sketches, digital pictures or drawings needed
  • Provide any vendor support information
  • Provide any Safety or Environmental information
  • Provide any special PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) needs
  • Secure and ensure materials are available for appropriate delivery to meet CMI date
  • Produce construction estimates for durations and man hours and resources required for construction projects. The Transmission Work Management Planner identifies critical work activities and keeps all transmission work groups informed of work nearing overdue status in order to avoid negative consequences. The Transmission Work Management Planner communicates and schedules with various work groups (i.e. Construction, Project Management, Energy Services, T&D Key Account Reps, Nuclear & Fossil Plants, etc.) to identify and coordinate high priority work. Planners participate in project planning meetings with Project Management to develop a project plan for each capital construction project. Clarifies project scope, identifies and assigns required construction resources, develops construction work sequence, identifies potential obstacles to completing the project, identifies clearance requirements, and makes initial resource assignments.Additionally, the Planner coordinates transmission clearances with Grid Management, ECC & TCC, and DCC when there are load issues with project coordination the Planner assist in resolving and re-sequencing the work considering any customer sensitivities. In some regions the Planner also processes and stores completed work package documentation. Obtains feedback from schedulers, crew members and supervisor(s) and takes necessary action to remedy any work package quality issues to ensure future accuracy. Assist with emergency planning, clearance requests and hot line tag requests. Travel to work location(s) to develop work/project requirements, attend scoping meetings, pre-bid meetings, and/or pre-construction meetings, perform walk down of job sites, audit the effectiveness of the work packages and to ensure adequate parts, special tools, and special equipment is available.

Required/Basic Qualifications
  • Associates degree
  • 5 years related work experience
  • In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 7 year(s) related work experience.

Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree
  • Extensive experience in substation construction techniques and best practices.
  • Extensive experience in substation construction planning in Indiana
  • Fluent knowledge in Duke Energy processes and policies
  • Expert level organizational skills. Ability to track multiple large capital projects simultaneously
  • Expert level communication skills written and verbal.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of work management system, e.g., Passport, MS Project, THOR, Artemis Project View, e-Max, TOA, P6, Adobe, Paper port, MS Office (word, excel, access, etc). (Preferred)
  • Requires substantial specific knowledge in craft areas such as electrical, relaying, apparatus, sub-station and line construction / maintenance work to effectively develop job plans. (Preferred)
  • Must have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to function effectively in a diverse support organization. (Preferred)
  • This individual must possess a vast knowledge of substation, apparatus, relaying and line maintenance practices in order to identify all needed procedures, resources and clearances to effectively perform each maintenance / construction job. (Preferred)

Working Conditions
  • Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility.

Specific Requirements
  • Must be within a reasonable commute to Shelbyville facility.

Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No
Represented/Union Position
No
Visa Sponsored Position
NoPlease note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. Our electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Our natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. Our company employs 28,000 people.

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Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1904

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