Engineer III (or Senior) - Transmission Planning

Duke Energy•Raleigh, NC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position performs engineering work in Duke Energy Carolinas Area Planning to support the reliable expansion of the electric transmission system. The Engineer III is an advanced-level role that solves complex engineering problems with limited supervision and applies fundamental concepts and procedures to increasingly complex and varied work. The Senior Engineer manages specialized engineering work with minimal supervision, works independently except on unusual or complex projects, and identifies problems, develops solutions, and takes action to resolve them. The role performs transmission-planning steady-state power-flow studies using PSSE and TARA, investigates criteria violations and develops solutions and system upgrades, and builds and updates models of existing and future transmission systems. It coordinates with internal departments, account managers, and large-load facility developers, supports other departments with planning matters, and represents Duke Energy in industry-led and regulatory activities. The position also provides technical expertise, manages project schedules and interfaces, prepares engineering documentation and reports, and supports company goals. The position is hybrid after onboarding. 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. The role is not visa-sponsored and requires authorization to work lawfully in the U.S. without current or future employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

For Senior Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer; a master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's engineering degree.
For Senior Engineer: At least 6 years of engineering experience without Professional Engineer certification, or at least 5 years with Professional Engineer certification.
For Engineer III: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer; a master's degree in engineering may be considered in lieu of the bachelor's engineering degree.
For Engineer III: At least 4 years of engineering work 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 required.

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.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
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 internal departments to achieve and implement transmission-planning projects and goals.
Support other internal departments on transmission-planning issues and questions.
Represent Duke Energy in industry-led activities, including work with SERC and NERC 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 problems of increasing scope and complexity.
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities to support business goals and objectives.
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to engineering problems and analysis.
Conduct engineering and related studies and complete non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight.
Independently manage project schedules and interfaces, and design, operate, and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
Apply engineering concepts, practices, and procedures to assignments of increasing complexity.
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.