Engineer I - Systems Operations Engineering (SOE)

Duke Energy Corporation; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer to support the Energy Control Center functions and Reliability Coordinator tasks under NERC standards. The role develops daily, weekly, and seasonal operating studies and reliability assessments to meet Bulk Electric System requirements.

You will collaborate with Operations, Transmission Planning, and neighboring utilities to create reliable transmission solutions, respond to emergencies, and ensure compliant operating

Qualifications

• Experience supporting transmission operations and reliability assessments.
• Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessments with Systems Operations; Transmission System Planning; and counterparts with neighboring companies.
• Develop real-time operations solutions on the transmission system, including development of operational procedures to change transmission system configuration or re-dispatch of generation to manage loading concerns.
• Support the resolution of operating issues with all stakeholders including generation entities, neighboring systems, and various load serving entities connected to the transmission system.
• Participate in pre/post-operating assessment studies of system performance.
• Provide emergency support during storms and operating emergencies.

Job description

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people’s lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you’ll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

The Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer primarily supports the Duke Energy Progress Energy Control Center functions. This position also supports the Reliability Coordinator function as defined by the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC). This position develops various daily, weekly, and seasonal operating studies/reliability assessments for operations. This includes work necessary to comply with all applicable Reliability Standards for Bulk Electric Systems and Operating/Interconnection Agreements.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessments–working with others in Systems Operations; Transmission System Planning; and counterparts with neighboring companies–participating in reliability and interconnection agreements
• Develop real-time operations solutions on the transmission system, including development of operational procedures to change transmission system configuration or re-dispatch of generation to manage loading concerns
• Support the resolution of operating issues with all stakeholders including generation entities, neighboring systems, and various load serving entities connected to the transmission system
• Participate in pre/post-operating assessment studies of system performance
• Provide emergency support during storms and operating emergencies