Senior Engineer or Engineer III - Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) (Florida ECC)

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*This position will be hired at either a level III or Senior level based on experience*

Position Summary
The Systems Operations Engineering (SOE) Engineer primarily supports the Duke Energy Florida Energy Control Center functions. This position develops various seasonal operating studies/reliability assessments for operations. This includes work necessary to comply with all applicable Reliability Standards for Bulk Electric Systems and Operating/Interconnection Agreements. The Senior Engineer manages work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. The Senior Engineer is expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. Employees in the Senior Engineer position are fully competent in the use of concepts and procedures. The Senior Engineer identifies problems, develops solutions and takes action to resolve.

• Perform operational planning studies and reliability assessments--working with others in Systems Operations; Transmission System Planning; and counterparts with neighboring companies--participating in reliability and interconnection agreements

• Develop real-time operations solutions on the transmission system, including development of operational procedures to change transmission system configuration or re-dispatch of generation to manage loading concerns

• Resolve operating issues with all stakeholders including generation entities, neighboring systems, and various load serving entities connected to the transmission system

• Participate in pre/post-operating assessment studies of system performance

• Provide emergency support during storms and operating emergencies

• Conduct special studies as required for corporate planning purposes or in support of compliance administration programs for FERC and North American Electric Reliability Organization (NERC) requirements

• Provide support of the Energy Management System by ensuring accuracy of the transmission network modeling and equipment ratings

• Facilitate ongoing Duke Energy and FRCC compliance with FERC and NERC requirements including development and review of appropriate documentation

• Represent Duke Energy on Regional Entity working groups and/or groups associated with Reliability

• 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

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a master's degree in Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Minimum of four (4) years of engineering experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering obtained from an ABET accredited program, OR a master's degree in Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering

• Minimum of sic (6) years of engineering experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.

• NERC Certified Operator

• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.

• Understanding 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.

• Understanding of basic principles of project management.

• Experience in the utility industry.

• Department specific experience applicable to the hiring department.

• Hybrid - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility.

• Must have obtained 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

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