Company Summary Statement Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing. Overview This position is responsible for providing control system, information system, and electric power system design, as well as, component specifications and technical direction to implement and maintain automated control and electric power systems. This position requires considerable independent judgment in the implementation and selection of process controls and related components. Responsibilities **_Position may be filled at the Control Specialist level or Sr Control Specialist level based on the successful candidate’s background and experience. Additional responsibilities may be included for the higher level of the Sr Control Specialist role._** + Implements conceptual plans for new information system, control system, and electric power systems which utilize state of the art equipment and techniques to enhance Company operation. + Assists department engineers in the research, development, design, specification, and selection requirements associated with electric operations. + Designs and selects systems and related componentry with consideration for and assurance that operating and maintenance flexibility, Company safety practices and ergonomic principles are incorporated. + Provides technical direction associated with drafting, programming, technical libraries, and installation and maintenance of system software and hardware. + Plans and controls all activities so as to provide an accident-free workplace. + Conducts work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations. + Regularly reviews all tasks to assure optimum efficiency and cost effectiveness. Recommends changes for improvement. + Assists with the development of departmental and divisional goals, objectives, budgets, programs, and procedures. Qualifications **_Position may be filled at the Control Specialist level or Sr Control Specialist level based on the successful candidate’s background and experience._** **EDUCATIONAL_EXPERIENCE -** Control Specialist + Bachelor's Degree in technology + 3+ years experience or an equivalent combination of education and + 4+ years experience on a year-for-year basis is Sr Control Specialist + Bachelor's Degree in technology + 5+ years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis is required. **Preferred Qualifications** + Demonstrates qualities of initiative, ability to work independently, and proven analytical capabilities. + A good knowledge of power plant processes is recommended. \#LG&EKU \#INDLGE **_Position may be filled at the Control Specialist level or Sr Control Specialist level based on the successful candidate’s background and experience._** **EDUCATIONAL_EXPERIENCE -** Control Specialist + Bachelor's Degree in technology + 3+ years experience or an equivalent combination of education and + 4+ years experience on a year-for-year basis is Sr Control Specialist + Bachelor's Degree in technology + 5+ years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis is required. **Preferred Qualifications** + Demonstrates qualities of initiative, ability to work independently, and proven analytical capabilities. + A good knowledge of power plant processes is recommended. \#LG&EKU \#INDLGE **_Position may be filled at the Control Specialist level or Sr Control Specialist level based on the successful candidate’s background and experience. Additional responsibilities may be included for the higher level of the Sr Control Specialist role._** + Implements conceptual plans for new information system, control system, and electric power systems which utilize state of the art equipment and techniques to enhance Company operation. + Assists department engineers in the research, development, design, specification, and selection requirements associated with electric operations. + Designs and selects systems and related componentry with consideration for and assurance that operating and maintenance flexibility, Company safety practices and ergonomic principles are incorporated. + Provides technical direction associated with drafting, programming, technical libraries, and installation and maintenance of system software and hardware. + Plans and controls all activities so as to provide an accident-free workplace. + Conducts work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations. + Regularly reviews all tasks to assure optimum efficiency and cost effectiveness. Recommends changes for improvement. + Assists with the development of departmental and divisional goals, objectives, budgets, programs, and procedures. Remote Work The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers. Equal Employment Opportunity Our company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.