Lead Engineer - Grid Strategy & Advancement Engineering Application

Lead Engineer Lead Engineer – Grid Strategy & Advancement (GSA) Engineering Application team. Provides technical leadership and engineering liaison between Duke Energy and large load data center customers. Responsible for system stability, EMT, protection, and power quality communications and evaluations. Responsibilities Serves as the primary engineering liaison for large load data center customers, managing in-depth technical communications and translating complex technical details. Interprets, evaluates, and clearly explains complex engineering study results related to system stability, EMT, protection, and power quality to internal stakeholders and external customers. Leads the development and full‑lifecycle compliance verification of the Technical Interconnection Requirements for Large Load (TIRLL). Leads the internal Large Load Technical Standard Committee (LLTSC) and ensures integration of NERC standards and industry best practices. Navigates complex regulatory and engineering frameworks, such as the large load interconnection process and queue management. Oversees external engineering consultants and manages ad‑hoc engineering deliverables. Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance to analyze and resolve problems of increasing scope and complexity. Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities. Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches related to defined problems. Develops positive working relationships and demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Supports the company’s goals and represents the company positively and professionally. Basic / Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program (Master’s degree considered in lieu of the B.S.). Eight years of related work experience. Registration as a Professional Engineer. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Engineering. Expert‑level understanding of engineering theories and principles related to large load integration, interconnection policies, and power distribution. Knowledge of power electronics‑interfaced devices and their grid interconnection, including system topology and equipment configuration. Extensive experience in electrical facility design or detailed technical reviews of complex customer facility designs and equipment specifications. Experience navigating the interconnection process, queue management, and NERC standards. Demonstrated leadership in managing external engineering consultants and leading technical standard committees. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences. Working Conditions Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. Hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility. Travel Requirements : 15–25% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Represented/Union Position: No Visa Sponsored Position: No. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment‑based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke Energy Corporation