Duke Energy Corporation

Senior Engineer - Grid Operations Midwest

Duke Energy Corporation • $90K — $120K *
Harrison, OH 45030In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • Minimum of 6 years related engineering experience or 5 years with a PE license
  • Master's degree considered in lieu of a B.S. degree
  • Extensive experience with GE Grid EMS/DMS systems
  • Strong understanding of NERC CIP cyber security standards
  • Demonstrated ability in project management and leadership

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise to identify and resolve complex EMS problems.
  • Plan and coordinate complex engineering projects with full accountability.
  • Analyze processes and recommend enhancements to business operations.
  • Ensure compliance with cyber security and regulatory standards in EMS environments.
  • Maintain expertise in EMS advanced software applications like State Estimator.
  • Lead development of corporate technical positions on EMS matters.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation about engineering studies.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model after onboarding, balancing remote and onsite work.
  • Opportunities for professional development and ongoing learning.
  • Supportive work environment promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Access to advanced engineering tools and technologies.
Full Job Description
Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Friday, July 24, 2026

Position Summary:

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
  • Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex EMS problems with the ability to visualize long-term results and assess impacts on a system-wide basis.
  • 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 the EMS. Keeps abreast of new developments, technologies procedures and equipment.
  • Works with IT and EMS teammates to ensure proper cyber security, NERC and O&P compliance for EMS environment.
  • Maintains and exercises in depth knowledge of EMS advanced software applications (State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Network)
  • Provides leadership in the development of corporate positions on technical matters related to the future direction of EMS.
  • Serves on 24x7 callout rotation.
  • Provides 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.
  • 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.
  • Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
  • Conducts 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.
  • Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
  • 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


Required/Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • In addition to required degree, six (6) years minimum required related experience
  • A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree


Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • Extensive experience with General Electric Grid EMS/DMS systems.
  • In Depth knowledge of NERC CIP cyber security standards.
  • Broad experience with Electric Transmission systems, including NERC transmission reliability standards (BA, TOP, etc.)
  • Comprehensive experience with real time computer systems, including programming languages (C++, FORTRAN, etc.), scripting languages (PERL, etc.).
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to form and maintain positive working relationships with teammates, peers and clients and to coordinate between team members, business units, support groups, corporate areas, contractors, and vendors to ensure appropriate communication and problem resolution..
  • Demonstrated ability to develop processes/procedures for new technologies or changing business needs to ensure compliance with all applicable standards, regulations and company requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the development of corporate positions on technical matters related to the future direction of EMS.
  • 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
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Experience in the utility industry


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.


Specific Requirements

  • Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE
  • Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.
  • 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)
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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