Engineer I: Battery Storage & Microgrid Systems

Duke Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Charlotte, NC invites applications for Engineer I in the engineering classification hierarchy. This entry‑level role focuses on development in power systems and supports self‑developing battery energy storage and microgrid projects.

You will perform power system modeling, analysis, and design tasks, collaborate with PMC, Supply Chain, IT, and external partners, and help evaluate interconnection and testing requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power system focus.
• Master's degree may substitute for a BS per policy.
• Experience with power system modeling and design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for BESS and microgrid projects from development through commissioning.
• Perform power system modeling and analysis using designated tools.
• Develop designs for distribution/transmission-connected battery energy storage projects.
• Prepare technical reports and calculations for project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with PMC, Supply Chain, IT, and external partners.

Skills

Power system modeling

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred/considered in lieu)

Tools

PSSE/TARA

CYME

PSCAD

ETAP

MATLAB

Job description

Duke Energy in Charlotte, NC invites applications for Engineer I in the engineering classification hierarchy. This entry‑level role focuses on development in power systems and supports self‑developing battery energy storage and microgrid projects.

You will perform power system modeling, analysis, and design tasks, collaborate with PMC, Supply Chain, IT, and external partners, and help evaluate interconnection and testing requirements.