Engineer II – Transmission Planning Carolinas

Duke Energy•Charlotte, NC

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position performs engineering work in Duke Energy Carolinas Area Planning to support reliable expansion of the electric transmission system. The Engineer II solves complex problems in an engineering specialty with limited supervision and develops advanced skills and increasing independence. The role applies fundamental concepts and procedures to progressively complex and varied work, and can complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight. The position conducts transmission planning studies, develops system models and solutions, coordinates with internal departments and external stakeholders, and prepares technical documentation. It also supports compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and helps ensure accurate data for system impact studies involving large-load interconnections. The position is hybrid after the onboarding period. Employees must live within a reasonable commute—no more than 50 miles one way—from their designated Duke Energy facility and are expected to report there as directed, averaging three full workdays per regular workweek. Travel is 5–15%. Relocation assistance may be provided, as applicable. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program; a master's degree in engineering may be accepted in lieu of the bachelor's engineering degree.
At least 2 years of engineering experience.
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
For the hybrid arrangement, live within 50 miles one way of the designated Duke Energy facility and report onsite as directed, averaging three full workdays per regular workweek.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. 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.
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 internal departments to advance and implement transmission planning projects and goals.
Support internal departments with transmission-planning-related 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 to ensure 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 goals through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
Prepare accurate 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 engineering 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 competency and interpret technical information and instructions.
Develop positive working relationships to coordinate work activities effectively.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Maintain accurate records and files.
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.