Engineer I - Systems Operations Engineering (SOE)

Duke Energy•Garner, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer primarily supports the Duke Energy Progress Energy Control Center functions. This position also supports the Reliability Coordinator function as defined by the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC). This position develops various daily, weekly, and seasonal operating studies/reliability assessments for operations. This includes work necessary to comply with all applicable Reliability Standards for Bulk Electric Systems and Operating/Interconnection Agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
NERC Certified Operator
Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam
Understanding of basic principles of project management
Experience in the utility industry
System Operations or Transmission Planning experience

Responsibilities

Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessments--working with others in Systems Operations; Transmission System Planning; and counterparts with neighboring companies--participating in reliability and interconnection agreements
Develop real-time operations solutions on the transmission system, including development of operational procedures to change transmission system configuration or re-dispatch of generation to manage loading concerns
Support the resolution of operating issues with all stakeholders including generation entities, neighboring systems, and various load serving entities connected to the transmission system
Participate in pre/post-operating assessment studies of system performance
Provide emergency support during storms and operating emergencies
Support special studies as required for corporate planning purposes or in support of compliance administration programs for FERC and North American Electric Reliability Organization (NERC) requirements
Provide support of the Energy Management System by ensuring accuracy of the transmission network modeling and equipment ratings
Support ongoing Duke Energy and VACAR South compliance with FERC and NERC requirements including development and review of appropriate documentation
Support training activities for others in Systems Operations
Participate in various industry Electric Reliability Organization or Regional Entity working groups and/or groups associated with Reliability and Interconnection Agreements