Duke Energy Corporation

Lead Engineer - Transmission Planning (Carolinas)

Duke Energy Corporation • $110K — $130K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program; Master's can be considered.
  • 8+ years of engineering work experience required.
  • Must be a Registered Professional Engineer.
  • Desired: Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering, preferably in power systems.
  • Proficient in Siemens PSS/E and PowerGEM TARA software.
  • Experience in Transmission Planning and power flow analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise for identifying and resolving complex engineering problems.
  • Plan and organize work activities to meet business objectives with minimal standardization.
  • Prepare accurate technical reports and documentation with analysis and recommendations.
  • Lead complex engineering projects with full technical responsibility.
  • Develop and maintain business processes and standards related to engineering assignments.
  • Build positive working relationships and maintain accurate records.
  • Mentor and coach other engineers and related professionals.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote and onsite work.
  • Potential travel up to 15% required for the role.
  • Supportive company culture promoting professional development and leadership.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Lead Engineer is at the specialist level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership to others in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision and increased latitude for un-reviewed work. The Lead Engineer serves in lead roles providing guidance to others. They are also expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities
  • Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of expertise with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
  • Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities where only limited standardization exists; handles differing situations which require searching for solutions within area of expertise.
  • Prepares 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.
  • Conducts engineering and related studies with full technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects; applies extensive technical expertise to manage projects and disseminate knowledge to enhance the organizational unit's competitive position.
  • Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures; demonstrates ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes and develops standards relevant to area of assignment. Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies procedures and equipment.
  • Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.
  • Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
  • Coaches and mentors other engineering and non-degreed engineering professionals.


Basic/Required Qualifications
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a 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.
  • Minimum of 8 years of engineering work experience.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer


Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering with a concentration in power systems
  • Proficiency in power systems software Siemens PSS/E and PowerGEM TARA
  • Balancing multiple projects with overlapping schedules
  • Experience in Transmission Planning
  • Experience in power flow analysis
  • Experience in developing solutions for grid issues
  • Experience in inter-utility organizations such as SERC, NATF, etc.
  • Experience meeting NERC Standards and FERC requirements


Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • Skilled in engineering theories and principles
  • Skilled in the practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Skilled with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, creating PDFs
  • Skilled in principles of project management.
  • Experience in the electric utility industry.
  • Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.


Working Conditions
  • Some business units may require visits to field sites and/or plants
  • Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily 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.

About Duke Energy Corporation

Duke Energy is one of the largest energy holding companies in the United States. Its Electric Utilities and Infrastructure business unit serves approximately 7.5 million customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest.

Duke Energy Corporation Careers

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Learn more about Duke Energy Corporation
Size
27,605 employees
Market Cap
$79 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.3 billion
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$23.8 billion
NASDAQ
DUK
* Ladders Estimates

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