Engineer I - Systems Operations Engineering (SOE)

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer to support the Progress Energy Control Center and NERC reliability functions. You will develop daily, weekly, and seasonal operating studies, ensuring compliance with Reliability Standards for Bulk Electric Systems and interconnection agreements.

Responsibilities include performing operational planning studies, developing real-time transmission solutions, and supporting issue resolution with generation entities and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Engineering degree required
• Master’s degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of BS
• NERC Certification required or desired
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam
• Understanding of project management principles
• Experience in the utility industry
• System Operations or Transmission Planning experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessments with Systems Operations and Transmission Planning teams
• Develop real-time operations solutions for the transmission system and dispatch strategies
• Support issue resolution with generation entities, neighboring systems and load-serving entities
• Participate in pre/post-operating assessment studies of system performance
• Provide emergency support during storms and operating emergencies
• Assist with compliance documentation for FERC and NERC requirements
• Support Transmission System modeling and equipment ratings in EMS
• Collaborate with industry working groups on Reliability/Interconnection matters

Skills

NERC Certified Operator

Utility industry experience

System Operations or Transmission

Project management basics

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (preferred or considered in lieu)

Tools

NERC/FERC compliance documentation

Job description

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
• Support special studies as required for corporate planning purposes or in support of compliance administration programs for FERC and North American Electric Reliability Organization (NERC) requirements
• Provide support of the Energy Management System by ensuring accuracy of the transmission network modeling and equipment ratings
• Support ongoing Duke Energy and VACAR South compliance with FERC and NERC requirements including development and review of appropriate documentation
• Support training activities for others in Systems Operations
• Participate in various industry Electric Reliability Organization or Regional Entity working groups and/or groups associated with Reliability and Interconnection Agreements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Master’s degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
• NERC Certified Operator
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam
• Understanding of basic principles of project management
• Experience in the utility industry
• System Operations or Transmission Planning experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed at a company facility.

Specific Requirements

• Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree.
• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Travel Requirements

• 5-15%

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