PGO Carolinas West P&C SCADA Engineer III/Senior Engineer

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Duke Energy is seeking a SCADA Engineer III/Senior Engineer to join their team in Charlotte, NC. This role involves the design, programming, and support of Station Data Managers (SDMs), SCADA devices, and related Human Machine Interfaces (HMI). These systems are crucial for providing real-time data and operating capabilities to support various personnel across Transmission and Distribution substations. The Engineer III position is an advanced level requiring the ability to solve complex engineering problems with limited supervision and develop advanced skills for independent work. The Senior Engineer level involves managing work in specialized engineering areas with minimal supervision, demonstrating advanced skills, and the ability to work independently. The position offers a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth, recognition, and competitive pay and benefits.

Requirements

Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience (for Engineer III)
Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer (for Senior Engineer)
A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree
Valid driver's license
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read a design scope.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
Basic understanding of protective relay settings and relay protection concepts.
Basic understanding of networking and telecommunications.
Basic understanding of communication protocols including DNP 3.0, SEL, ASCII, and MODBUS.
Understanding of troubleshooting, HMI software, automation/computing platforms, and SCADA hardware platforms.
Familiarity with SEL products.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements including NERC CIP.
Proficient in engineering theories, principles, and practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
Proficient in principles of project management.
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in the utility industry.
Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement programs and configuration files for SCADA devices supporting metering, alarming, controls, and troubleshooting of substations and the Bulk Power System.
Support multiple SCADA hardware platforms, automation/computing platforms, HMI software, and communications protocols including DNP 3.0, SEL, ASCII, and MODBUS.
Develop communication forms, including IPCF, from high-level scope and project inputs.
Read and interpret protection one-lines, wiring diagrams, schematics, panel drawings, relay settings, customer data, and other project documentation.
Create IO summaries based on drawings, relay settings, and customer data.
Provide remote and onsite engineering support, commissioning support, and troubleshooting assistance to field resources.
Evaluate new products, firmware, hardware platforms, and SCADA-related tools for appropriate application and supportability.
Adhere to, create, and support SCADA CAD standards, documentation, processes, and procedures for internal use, external use, and compliance.
Interface effectively with P&C Engineering, Design, Field Resources, System Operations, Operations/Control Center, and other Duke Energy groups.
Develop SCADA configuration files for Transmission, Distribution, Customer, and Generation Interconnection stations.
Perform Quality Assurance (QA) reviews on SCADA deliverables and maintain accurate project records and files.
Support internal and industry compliance requirements, including participation in NERC CIP walkdowns and yearly NERC CIP audits when required.
Enter compliance and non-compliance data into appropriate databases and perform related queries as needed.
Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
Develop positive working relationships to coordinate work activities and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.