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Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation
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Duke Energy Corporation is a large U.S. energy company operating electric utilities that serve 8.4 million customers and maintaining 54,800 megawatts of total energy capacity. Its business also includes natural gas distribution for 1.7 million customers. The company is investing in grid modernization and a broader clean energy portfolio spanning renewables, energy storage, and nuclear power, alongside goals to reach net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.
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Senior Engineer, Distribution Capacity Planning

Plan distribution capacity for Duke Energy across the Carolinas East service territory, developing feeder, substation, and capital infrastructure solutions. Support load forecasting, capacity studies, and grid planning.

USUnited StatesNCNorth CarolinaHybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredFull-stack EngineerSoftware Engineer
Switching

Description

  • Develop distribution infrastructure solutions for customer growth and long-range capacity needs
  • Analyze feeder and substation capacity
  • Assess large customer load additions and recommend solutions that protect the grid
  • Create Grid Plan scopes for capacity upgrades, self-optimizing grids, fuse and hydraulic recloser replacements, and other system improvements
  • Prepare retail and system capacity project proposals and recommend infrastructure investments
  • Review fuse coordination and recommend equipment sizing
  • Contribute to load forecasts, long-range plans, and project prioritization
  • Coordinate with DPAC, Grid Management, Operations, and other stakeholders
  • Help plan temporary switching to limit outages and reduce dependence on portable transformers
  • Keep records and files accurate
  • Advance company goals and represent the company professionally
  • Coach and mentor engineers and engineering professionals without degrees
  • Make routine field visits for detailed studies and troubleshooting

Requirements

  • Hold a BS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or hold a PE license for the Senior Engineer level
  • Have at least 4 years of engineering experience for Engineer III
  • Have at least 6 years of engineering experience for Senior Engineer, or 5 years with state PE registration
  • A master's degree in Engineering may be accepted instead of a BS in Engineering
  • Know engineering theories and principles
  • Be able to research engineering and design issues, assess alternatives, recommend solutions, and present recommendations
  • Communicate effectively in writing and verbally
  • Know project management principles
  • A Professional Engineer license is preferred
  • Utility industry experience is preferred
  • Familiarity with CYME or a comparable distribution system analysis tool is preferred
  • Knowledge of distribution engineering, planning principles, load forecasting, and capacity planning methods is preferred
  • Experience developing capital project scopes and business justifications is preferred
  • Live within a reasonable commute of no more than 50 miles one way to the designated Duke Energy facility
  • Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future
  • Meet all basic and required qualifications

Benefits

  • Friendly workplace
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Recognition for your contributions
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Relocation assistance when applicable
  • Storm response availability
  • Local day trips and field visit opportunities

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