Senior Engineer – Grid Operations

Duke Energy Corporation

Senior Engineer for Duke Energy managing engineering work in specialized areas with minimal supervision. Responsible for resolving complex EMS problems and leading project planning.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timePlainfield • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electric Transmission Systems and EMS/DMS systems, with a strong focus on NERC CIP Cyber Security Standards and real-time computer systems. Capable of leading complex engineering projects while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.

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Bachelor’s Degree In EngineeringRegistered Professional Engineer (PE)General Electric Grid EMS/DMS SystemsNERC CIP Cyber Security StandardsReal Time Computer Systems

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Hard Skills

C++FORTRANPERLElectric Transmission SystemsComplex Project PlanningTechnical Report PreparationProblem Identification And ResolutionEngineering StudiesTechnical ExpertiseAdvanced Software Applications

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationRelationship BuildingCommunicationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

NERC Transmission Reliability StandardsNERC CIPEMSDMSEngineering Specialization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPerl

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

manage work in engineering areas of specialization
develop advanced skills and work independently
identify problems, develop solutions and take action to resolve
provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex EMS problems
conduct engineering and related studies with technical responsibility for planning and coordinating complex projects
maintain knowledge of EMS advanced software applications
provide leadership in the development of corporate positions on technical matters related to EMS
prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
develop positive working relationships to coordinate work activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
six (6) years minimum required related experience
Extensive experience with General Electric Grid EMS/DMS systems
In Depth knowledge of NERC CIP cyber security standards
Broad experience with Electric Transmission systems, including NERC transmission reliability standards (BA, TOP, etc.)
Comprehensive experience with real time computer systems, including programming languages (C++, FORTRAN, etc.), scripting languages (PERL, etc.)
Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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