Engineer II – Transmission Planning Carolinas

Engineer II – Transmission Planning Carolinas

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remote type

Hybrid

locations

Charlotte, NC

Raleigh, NC

time type

Full time

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time left to apply

End Date: November 12, 2026

job requisition id

R42203

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 Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Job Summary

This position will be responsible for performing engineering work in Duke Energy Carolinas Area Planning organization to ensure reliable expansion of the electric transmission system.

Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. This position 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 progressively complex and varied.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning steady-state power flow studies with PSSE and TARA software.

• Determine causes of criteria violations and develop efficient solutions and upgrades to solve them.

• Build and update models of the existing and future transmission system.

• Interact with personnel in numerous internal departments to achieve and implement transmission planning projects and goals.

• Support other internal departments in transmission planning related issues and questions.

• Provide representation for Duke Energy on industry led activities. This will include work with regulatory groups (SERC, NERC) to ensure our processes are aligned with regulatory requirements.

• Perform coordination with account managers and developers of large load facilities seeking interconnection to the Duke Energy Carolinas transmission system to ensure accurate model data for system impact studies.

• Provide 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.

• Prepare 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.

• Develop positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Maintain accurate records and files.

• Support the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Graduation 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.

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program

• Proficient in engineering theories and principles

• Experience in transmission planning activities, studies, and related software such as PSSE and TARA

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience in the electric utility industry

• Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards such as TPL-001, FAC-008, MOD-032, MOD-033.

• Proficient in principles of project management

Working Conditions

• Hybrid 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.

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Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes

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.

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