Energy Storage Engineer I - Battery & Microgrid Focus

Duke Energy Corporation; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an entry-level Engineer I in Florida to support battery energy storage and microgrid projects. You will develop skills in power system modeling, interconnection analyses, and project execution under close supervision.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration with PMC, Supply Chain, and IT, and exposure to renewable integration in regulated jurisdictions. Travel about 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering with power focus or related field.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering may substitute for the BS.
• Coursework in power systems analysis, power electronics, drive/converter controls, fault analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for BESS and microgrid siting, design, and power system modeling.
• Evaluate risks, interconnection requirements, and inverter/plant control considerations.
• Assist in design, construction, and commissioning of distribution/transmission BESS projects.
• Develop testing criteria and evaluate site test results during commissioning.
• Provide IBR site model support: steady-state, dynamic, and EMT analyses.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain supplier relationships; travel ~10%.

Skills

Power system modeling

Power system analysis

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE/TARA

CYME

PSCAD

ETAP

MATLAB

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an entry-level Engineer I in Florida to support battery energy storage and microgrid projects. You will develop skills in power system modeling, interconnection analyses, and project execution under close supervision.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration with PMC, Supply Chain, and IT, and exposure to renewable integration in regulated jurisdictions. Travel about 10% is expected.