Engineer I or II - Power Grid Planning

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 22, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Position Summary This position will be responsible for performing engineering work in Duke Energy Transmission Planning organization. The Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied.Responsibilities Serves as one of the Facility Ratings Coordinators for DEP, supporting NERC FAC-008 facility rating activities across the DEP region.Provides support for transmission model updates, voltage and load calculations, planning studies and other efforts.Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of well-defined problems in area of expertise.Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decision that may affect the work of the team.Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of moderate scope and complexity.Conducts engineering and related studies; projects and assignments are clearly defined with focus on development but must be able to complete routine engineering projects with minimal oversight; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with minimum impact on existing systems.Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures; demonstrates proficiency in technical competencies and has ability to interpret technical information and instructions.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 Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below. Engineer IGraduation 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.Engineer IIGraduation 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.2 years engineering work experienceDesired Qualifications Bachelors degree in Electrical EngineeringAdditional Preferred QualificationsMasters in Electric Power SystemsPSSE, TARA, or similar tools used for planning studiesUnderstanding of basic engineering theories and principles.Programming experience in areas such as Python, batch files, Visual BasicExperience with NERC Reliability StandardsUnderstanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.Good written and oral communication skills.Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.Understanding of basic principles of project management.Experience in the utility industry.Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.Working ConditionsSome business units may require visits to field sites and/or plantsHybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.​#LI-JM1Travel Requirements5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo. 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.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibilitySummaryLocation: Raleigh, NCType: Full time