Engineer II or Engineer III - Grid Operations

Duke Energy; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking an Engineer II/III to support modeling within Distribution SCADA and ADMS applications for real-time grid monitoring and control. The role involves developing scripts (Python, PowerShell, PERL, C#) and data models, validating results, and producing UI content for operator displays in DCC systems.

The position demands understanding of electric distribution systems, data integration, and collaboration across modeling, operations, IT, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering or M.S. in Engineering in lieu.
• Minimum of two years engineering experience.
• Higher level (Engineer III) requires 4+ years engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering/technical guidance for SCADA/ADMS modeling and data integration.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule and monitor modeling and scripting activities.
• Prepare technical reports, correspondence, calculations, and sketches.
• Develop and test scripts interacting with SQL databases; support SCADA/ADMS model builds and validations.
• Create and maintain graphical UI content for DSCADA/ADMS displays.
• Collaborate with modeling, operations, IT, and engineering teams for integrated grid applications.

Skills

Engineering

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

C# programming

SQL databases

UI design skills

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering in lieu of BS

Tools

MySQL

SQL Server

UI design tools

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.

*This position will be hired at either a level II or III level based on experience*

Position Summary:

The Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.

The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer III position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. An Engineer III is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer III effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressively complex and varied.

This position supports modeling activities within Distribution SCADA and Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) applications that enable real-time monitoring, analysis, and control of the electric distribution grid for Distribution Control Center operations. The role requires an understanding of electric distribution systems and the ability to develop and maintain scripts and programs (e.g., Python, PowerShell, PERL, C#) that interact with various data sources. The role includes creating, maintaining, validating, and testing data models with various tools in various formats that represent and simulate Duke’s electric distribution grid. The role also includes creating and maintaining graphical UI content presented to the Distribution Control Center operators on the DSCADA and ADMS systems. This resource will be involved in troubleshooting and resolving data and application issues experienced within the Distribution Control Centers and contribute to the continuous improvement of our model data quality in the DCC systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of well-defined problems in area of expertise, including issues related to SCADA and ADMS modeling, data integration, and application functionality supporting Distribution Control Center operations.

• Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team, including prioritization and execution of modeling, scripting, and system support activities across SCADA and ADMS environments.

• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of moderate scope and complexity, including documentation of modeling logic, scripting solutions, data structures, and system configurations.

• Conducts engineering and related studies; projects and assignments are clearly defined with focus on development but must be able to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with minimum impact on existing systems, including development, testing, and maintenance of scripts and tools that interact with SQL databases, process structured files (e.g., XML), and support SCADA/ADMS model builds and validations.

• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures; demonstrates proficiency in technical competencies and has ability to interpret technical information and instructions, including understanding of electric distribution network fundamentals, grid devices, and their representation within SCADA and ADMS systems.

• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files, while collaborating with modeling, operations, IT, and engineering teams to support integrated grid applications and data flows.

• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally, contributing to the reliability and operational effectiveness of Distribution Control Center Systems through accurate modeling, automation, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities; decisions may affect the operations or results of the work group and may have some impact on major projects or department results.

Basic/Required Qualifications II

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a master’s degree in Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Minimum of two (2) years of engineering experience

Basic/Required Qualifications III

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a master’s degree in Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Minimum of four (4) years of engineering experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

• Passing grade on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

• Experience in the utility industry

• Experience creating scripts utilizing programming language and tools (python, power shell, PERL, C#, etc.)

• Experience working with relational databases (MySQL, Microsoft SQL, PostgreSQL, etc…)

• Experience working with graphical design tools to create UI content (single-line displays, data tabulars, etc.)

• Experience working in an operational environment with emphasis on problem isolation and resolution

• Knowledge of Distribution Control Center and Grid Management processes

• Knowledge of DMS/SCADA/OMS systems and their data models

• Understanding electrical distribution substation and field device operations characteristics and functional checkout

• Proficient in engineering theories and principles

• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient in principles of project management

Working Conditions

• Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.