Engineer II – Transmission Planning Carolinas

Duke Energy Corporation•Raleigh, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer II will perform engineering work in Duke Energy Carolinas’ Area Planning organization to support the reliable expansion of the electric transmission system. The role involves progressively complex and varied engineering work, initially with limited supervision, while developing advanced skills and greater independence. The engineer applies fundamental concepts and procedures and is expected to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program; a master’s degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor’s degree.
At least 2 years of engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Proficiency in engineering theories and principles.
Experience in transmission planning activities, studies, and related software such as PSSE and TARA.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience in the electric utility industry.
Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards such as TPL-001, FAC-008, MOD-032, and MOD-033.
Proficiency in project management principles.

Responsibilities

Perform transmission planning steady-state power flow studies using PSSE and TARA software.
Determine the causes of criteria violations and develop efficient solutions and upgrades.
Build and update models of the existing and future transmission system.
Coordinate with personnel in internal departments to advance and implement transmission planning projects and goals.
Support internal departments with transmission planning issues and questions.
Represent Duke Energy in industry-led activities, including work with SERC and NERC regulatory groups to align processes with regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with account managers and developers of large-load facilities seeking interconnection to the Duke Energy Carolinas transmission system, ensuring accurate model data for system impact studies.
Provide engineering and technical expertise and guidance to identify, analyze, and resolve well-defined problems in the area of expertise.
Contribute to team decisions and business objectives through planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring work activities.
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches for well-defined problems and analyses of moderate scope and complexity.
Conduct engineering studies, projects, and assignments; complete routine projects with minimal oversight and design, operate, and maintain systems with minimal impact on existing systems.
Apply fundamental engineering concepts, practices, and procedures; demonstrate technical proficiency and interpret technical information and instructions.
Develop positive working relationships, coordinate work activities, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and maintain accurate records and files.
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.