Engineer III (or Senior) - Transmission Planning

Duke Energy Corporation; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking an Engineer III/Senior Engineer to advance the planning and expansion of the electric transmission system in the Carolinas region. The role involves steady-state power flow studies, model development, and cross-department coordination to meet reliability objectives.

Applicants should have ABET-accredited engineering credentials with PE licensure and several years of experience in transmission planning, including familiarity with PSSE and NERC/industry standards.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or state PE registration.
• Master's degree may substitute for a BS in engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience for Engineer III; 5+ years for Senior with PE.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning steady-state power flow studies using PSSE and TARA.
• Identify causes of criteria violations and design effective upgrades.
• Build and update models of existing and future transmission system.
• Coordinate with internal departments to advance planning projects.
• Represent Duke Energy in industry groups (SERC, NERC) to align processes with standards.
• Coordinate with developers of large load facilities for interconnection studies.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and sketches for defined problems.
• Conduct engineering studies with minimal oversight and manage project schedules.
• Apply core engineering concepts to increasingly complex tasks.

Skills

PSSE experience

TARA software

Transmission planning

Regulatory coordination

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

PSSE

TARA

Job description

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

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Summary

This position will be responsible for performing engineering work in Duke Energy Carolinas Area Planning organization to ensure reliable expansion of the electric transmission system.

The Engineer III position is an 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.

The Senior Engineer manages work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. The Senior Engineer is expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. Employees in the Senior Engineer position are fully competent in the use of concepts and procedures. The Senior Engineer identifies problems, develops solutions and takes action to resolve.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning steady-state power flow studies with PSSE and TARA software.
• Determine causes of criteria violations and develop efficient solutions and upgrades to solve them.
• Build and update models of the existing and future transmission system.
• Interact with personnel in numerous internal departments to achieve and implement transmission planning projects and goals.
• Support other internal departments in transmission planning related issues and questions.
• Provide representation for Duke Energy on industry led activities. This will include work with regulatory groups (SERC, NERC) to ensure our processes are aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Perform coordination with account managers and developers of large load facilities seeking interconnection to the Duke Energy Carolinas transmission system to ensure accurate model data for system impact studies.
• Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity in both inside as well as outside the scope of typical responsibility.
• Ensure accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
• Conduct engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
• Apply the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
• Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
• Support the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Basic/Required Qualifications for Senior Engineer

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
• Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience (without a Professional Engineer certification) or 5 years of engineering experience (with a Professional Engineer certification).

Basic/Required Qualifications for Engineer III

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master’s degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Proficient in engineering theories and principles
• Experience in transmission planning activities, studies, and related software such as PSSE and TARA
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience in the electric utility industry
• Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards such as TPL-001, FAC-008, MOD-032, MOD-033.
• Proficient in principles of project management

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Yes

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.