Is Duke Energy a good company to work for?

Duke Energy has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 2,641 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 69% of employees would recommend working at Duke Energy to a friend and 71% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Duke Energy have been left by employees working as Internship , Engineering Co-Op and Intern .

Does Duke Energy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Duke Energy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Duke Energy. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Duke Energy?

69% of Duke Energy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Duke Energy 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Duke Energy?

Customer Service Representative (107) , Project Manager (75) , Engineer (46) , Intern (43) , Senior Engineer (34) , Manager (24) , Software Engineer (23) , Director (21) , Engineering Technologist (20) , Customer Service Specialist (18) , Business Analyst (16) , Engineering Co-Op (15) , Lead Engineer (14) , Senior Software Engineer (14) , GIS Technician (13)

What are the pros of working at Duke Energy according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefit and a stable environment" ((in 337 reviews)); "Good pay and the people at the sight where very friendly" ((in 245 reviews)); "Great people to work with!" ((in 151 reviews)); "Work / Life balance is good" ((in 100 reviews)); "Culture and Values are great" ((in 75 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Duke Energy according to real employee reviews?

"Taken advantage of over worked poor management" ((in 95 reviews)); "Upper management is completely out of touch with the day to day activities." ((in 40 reviews)); "Poor Leadership and Change Management" ((in 30 reviews)); "Managers have no clue and pass the buck down to subordinates" ((in 30 reviews)); "They provide very limited training and will give you opportunities without training and blame you if they fail." ((in 25 reviews))

What are employees saying about Duke Energy layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Duke Energy layoffs and their outlook for job security at Duke Energy in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Duke Energy locations?

Charlotte , Raleigh , Cincinnati , Plainfield , Lake Mary , Orlando , Saint Petersburg , Seneca , Southport , Indianapolis , Huntersville , Tampa , Greensboro , New Hill , Clearwater , Greenville , Durham , Wilmington , Fayetteville , Houston , Edwardsport , Crystal River , York , Hartsville , Ocala , Columbia , Union , Garner , Nashville , Owensville

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Duke Energy reviews

3.9

69% would recommend to a friend

(708 total reviews)

Lynn J. Good

70% approve of CEO

71% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Culture & values

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.4

Senior management

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

Reviews by job title

708 reviews

Reviews about "Compensation"

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5.0

Feb 26, 2025

Duke Energy

Sr. business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company! Fair compensation and benefits package.

Cons

Weather can negatively impact bonus.

4.0

Feb 14, 2025

Decent Company

Telecom engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Big Company Growing Industry Team Focused

Cons

Poor Salary compared to market

5.0

Feb 11, 2025

Good Company

Assoicate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive Salary & Benefits – Duke Energy offers solid compensation, including health insurance, retirement plans (401k with a company match), and other perks like tuition reimbursement. Job Stability – As a major utility company, Duke Energy provides a stable work environment with long-term employment opportunities. Work-Life Balance – Many employees report a good balance between work and personal life, with flexible schedules in some roles. Career Growth & Development – Offers training programs, leadership development, and career progression opportunities.

Cons

Slow Career Progression – Some employees find it challenging to move up the ranks, as promotions can be slow. Bureaucracy & Red Tape – As a large corporation, decision-making can be slow due to multiple layers of approval. Workload & Stress (Depends on Role) – Some roles, particularly in field operations and customer service, can have high workloads and stress.

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