Engineer II / Engineer III (Battery Energy Storage and Microgrid Project Development)

Responsibilities

and duties include, but are not limited to :

Support greenfield and brownfield development through site screening and selection, system feasibility studies, preliminary design, cost estimates, and overall technical due diligence.

Perform power system modeling and analysis utilizing tools such as PSSE / TARA, CYME, CYMCAP, PSCAD, and MATLAB. The ideal candidate is expected to have a good understanding and analysis skills of transmission grid power flow, dynamic, and transient stability.

Perform the battery facility design including, but not limited to, electrical system design, such as power and energy sizing, creating one-line diagrams, and equipment selection. Also, design the physical site layout and site access, while adhering to jurisdictional guidelines and industry best practices.

Create and submit interconnection requests for distribution and transmission connected projects and analyze study results.

Provide technical support and analysis of conductor sizing, capacity testing, reactive power studies, and system protection studies.

Analyze and develop augmentation or overbuild strategies for energy storage projects based on the end-of-life need, as well as overall project considerations.

Work with Supply Chain on issuing Requests for Proposals (RFP) for EPC and key equipment components.

Support efforts to optimize BESS systems design and output.

Develop techno-economic models to support improvement of project return on investment.

Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and design plans related to projects and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.

Develop optimization tools specific to Duke Energy energy storage, microgrid, and solar-plus-storage projects.

Stay informed of technology advancements, market trends, best practices, and relevant guidelines and standards related to energy storage technology.

Maintain equipment supplier relationships and advise Supply Chain and PMC on energy storage technology trends.

Travel is required, ~10%.

Key skills and experience :

Power system modeling utilizing tools such as PSSE / TARA, CYME, PSCAD and MATLAB.

Coursework in power systems analysis, power electronics, drive / converter controls, and / or fault analysis.

Basic / Required Qualifications – Engineer II

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Minimum of two (2) years of engineering experience

Basic / Required Qualifications – Engineer III

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Minimum of four (4) years of engineering experience

Desired Qualifications

Masters and / or PhD in engineering

Professional Engineer license or Engineer in Training registration

Knowledge of generation interconnection (FERC and State)

Experience using GIS

Power system transient stability study experience, dynamic study experience, and / or converter control experience

Experience in the electric utility industry and a demonstrated understanding of distribution and transmission materials, functionality, applications, and concepts.

Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations.

Demonstrated effective organizational skills.

Proficient in principles of project management.

Demonstrated ability to conquer challenging work requirements and achieve business results, regardless of detailed subject knowledge, through the application of technical abilities and problem-solving skills, including effective planning, industry knowledge, organization, management skills, and determination.

Demonstrated ability to control stressful situations, negotiate positions, provide instruction, training, and direction to others.

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse teams ranging from executive management and key stakeholders to construction contractors and construction personnel.

Demonstrated ability to read, comprehend, and retain the information conveyed in complex documents. Follow oral and written instruction, convert those instructions to work product, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively.

Demonstrated ability to collect and organize data, study and apply policies and procedures, evaluate graphic and / or numerical information, effectively organize and monitor technical work activities, including ability to read and comprehend technical drawings, graphs, maps, and other technical documents.

Demonstrated ability to make informative and persuasive presentations to peers, leadership, and stakeholders.

Working Conditions

Virtual - Work will be performed from a remote location after the onboarding period. However, virtual employees should live within a reasonable commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Represented / Union Position

Visa Sponsored Position

Posting Expiration Date

Saturday, March 22, 2025

All job postings expire at 12 : 01 AM on the posting expiration date.