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Do workers at PPL get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
69% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Does PPL pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
40% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At PPL, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
69% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from PPL affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at PPL?

Some people get paid time off from work.
36% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 79% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at PPL worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
84% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do PPL workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
68% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it for PPL workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at PPL?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
44% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do PPL managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at PPL spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
35% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at PPL?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
74% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at PPL good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at PPL feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
46% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at PPL?

Some people feel stressed here.
61% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at PPL recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at PPL?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
37% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at PPL?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 57% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think PPL’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how PPL is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
56% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

What are the most popular job types at Ppl?

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    Infographic showing various Civil Engineering job openings at Ppl in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 81% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

    Engineer I/II/III/Principal - Substation Engineering

    PPL Corporation

    Allentown, PA • On-site

    $97K - $123K/yr

    Full-time

    Re-posted 5 days ago

    PPL rating

    6.8

    Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

    Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    44th of 53 rated energy and utility

    Job description

    Company Summary Statement
    As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities - PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy - provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL's companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.
    Overview

    This position is responsible for performing, under supervision, challenging engineering work in PPL’s Substation Engineering Department. Works under supervision in the field, office and home office in a variety of functions and challenging but structured work that develops competencies in substation design.  Responsibilities include performing physical/electrical and relay design, oversight of internal and external engineering resources, and managing the budget, schedule and deliverables for assigned work.

    #INDPPL


    Responsibilities
    1. Performs engineering work on PPL’s substations, ranging from 12kV to 500kV. Uses existing procedures to investigate, evaluate and assist in producing technically correct and cost-effective designs and recommendations that solve ongoing problems.
    2. Develops technical expertise with the design of substation equipment, including but not limited to power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, AC and DC systems, microprocessor relays, and protection schemes.
    3. Provides engineering expertise and technical support during the planning and construction phases of large, complex substation design projects.
    4. Oversees contract engineers and coordinates engineering activities across multiple engineering disciplines and work groups, including but not limited to Standards, SCADA, Protection, Civil, and Design Engineering. Builds relationships that will facilitate knowledge transfer, cross functional knowledge of related work groups, and ability to present work products effectively.
    5. Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using well defined engineering procedures, which may include routine and diagnostic testing of components and systems, and engineering studies.
    6. Takes initiative to continually expand and improve technical and business skills.
    7. Assists in a variety of topics which include developing innovative procedures, improved design recommendations and new or better equipment purchase recommendations.
    8. May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work afterhours, outside of your normal schedule.
    9. All other duties and projects as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Engineer I:
    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.


    Engineer II:

    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

     
    Engineer III:
    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 2 years of engineering experience.  Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

    Principal Engineer:

    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 10 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 8 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 7 years of engineering experience.  Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position.

    Qualifications:

    Engineer I:
    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology.


    Engineer II:

    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 2 years of engineering experience. Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

     
    Engineer III:
    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 5 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 3 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 2 years of engineering experience.  Utility system operator experience will also be counted as engineering experience.

    Principal Engineer:

    - ABET Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology plus 10 years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in engineering plus 8 years of engineering experience, or a PhD in Engineering plus 7 years of engineering experience.  Utility system operator experience will be counted as engineering experience for this position.

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