engineer Raleigh, NC
Duke Energy
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
113720 - 73179 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining electric system models and performing analysis of Duke Energy Progress’s transmission system to identify cost-effective system improvements that ensure the reliable expansion of the electric transmission system.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Perform steady state analysis of Duke Energy Progress’s transmission system to verify reliability requirements are met and identify needed system improvements.
- Support dynamic analyses of Duke Energy Progress transmission system to verify system protection settings & generator response are acceptable and system stability is maintained under various system conditions; and identify necessary system improvements.
- Perform steady state analysis for new or increasing load requests on the Duke Energy Progress Transmission System.
- Perform maintenance/updates of electric system models for transmission planning utilizing PSSE software. This work is required annually and demands organization and attention to details.
- Perform maintenance/updates of a database that keeps facility ratings that are used in the model
- Work on project teams to develop solutions for electric transmission system improvements.
- Ensure compliance to NERC Reliability Standards and maintain documentation of compliance activities
- Support engineering calculations such as energy losses and demand loss calculations.
- Coordinate the thorough and accurate preparation of electrical maps, technical reports, correspondence, and documentation. (e.g. VACAR map, FERC 715, SERC voting rights).
- Participate on inter-utility system working groups and perform related studies.
- Provide technical support to Transmission System Operations on real-time operating issues.
- Provide technical support to other areas of Transmission and the company on transmission planning related issues.
- Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Maintains accurate records and files.
- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
- Strives to continually improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills and performance
Basic/Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Desired Qualifications
- Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
- Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to self-manage, set priorities, and establish goals
- Proficient user of personal computer, particularly Microsoft Windows Office based applications.
- Experience in performing power flow, optimal power flow, and generator interconnection studies.
- Demonstrated work experience related to transmission or bulk power system operations
- Successfully completed FE exam
- Experience using PSS/E and/or TARA (power flow and dynamics analysis tools)
- Programming experience in areas such as Python, batch files, Visual Basic
- Knowledge and familiarity with NERC Reliability Standards
- Knowledge of FERC Open Access Transmission Tariff requirements
- Demonstrated safe work practices
Duke Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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 their designated Duke Energy 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.
Travel Requirements
5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
YesRepresented/Union Position
NoVisa Sponsored Position
NoPosting Expiration Date
Friday, June 16, 2023All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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About Duke Energy
CEO: Lynn J. Good
Revenue: $10+ billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.duke-energy.com
Year Founded: 1917
Duke Energy
www.duke-energy.com
Charlotte, NC
Lynn J. Good
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Energy & Utilities
1917
