Senior Engineer – PGO Grid Automation

Role Overview

• development of advanced automation solutions within the Power Grid Operations Distribution (PGO-D) system
• developing, testing, and commissioning of planned island (microgrid) automation controllers, energy storage gateways, high-speed switching edge controllers, and other non-standard projects
• responsible for the development and integration of project settings/configurations for non-routine automation control projects outside the substation with PGO-D
• provides technical expertise with industrial coding, testing, and deployment
• supports field commissioning activities and implementation support for projects
• supports automation devices lifecycle management, including assessment and firmware management
• coordinating with key internal stakeholders, such as enterprise standards, system protection, design engineering, DCC Operations, telecom and other key teammates
• interfacing with external engineering consultants on various projects
• provides telecom guidance to develop or revise solutions needed for Operational Technology (OT) projects
• supports the Control Hardware in the Loop lab for testing and development
• provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity

Requirements

• 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
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer
• A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree
• Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Working knowledge of SEL RTAC Programming with experience on developing, testing, and commissioning complex projects
• Familiarity with IEC 61850 – GOOSE, Sampled Value (SV) protocols
• Familiarity with Relay IEC 61131 Programming
• Familiarity network switch configuration, ports/interfaces requirements, VLANs, and protocol support
• Fiber network design, components, and integration with field assets
• General understanding of electric system protection
• Working knowledge of RTDS hardware and integrating equipment for testing
• Experience with developing models for power system studies, CYME, ETAP, SKM
• Working knowledge of Duke Energy specific software: DSCADA, Distribution Management System, and planning tools.
• Practical experience with Duke Energy business systems such as Maximo and Footprints.
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Increasingly proficient in principles of project management.
• Increasingly proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, preparing and presenting recommendations.

Tech Stack

• Switching

Benefits

• friendly work environment
• opportunities for growth and development
• recognition for your work
• competitive pay and benefits