Senior Engineer - Raleigh, United States - Duke Energy

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The Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer primarily supports the Duke Energy Carolinas Energy Control Center functions. This position may also support 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.
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 is fully competent in the use of concepts and procedures. The Senior Engineer identifies problems, develops solutions and takes action to resolve.
Responsibilities

• Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise Ensure accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and executing work activities where only limited standardization exists
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards relative to area of assignment.
• Possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment.
• Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and maintain accurate records and files.
• Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
• Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessmentsworking with others in Systems Operations and Transmission System Planning
• 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.
• 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 Agreement

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree
• In addition to required degree, six (6) years related work experience is required or 5 years of Engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer
• Must maintain or have the ability acquire NERC Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• NERC Certified Operator
• Understanding of basic principles of project management
• Experience in the utility industry
• System Operations or Transmission Planning experience

Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes
Represented/Union Position No
Visa Sponsored Position No
Posting Expiration Date
Saturday, April 27, 2024
All 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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