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100 Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Engineer II or Engineer III - Protection Settings
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What they do
An Energy Engineer designs and develops technologies that produce and store energy, particularly energy from sustainable sources such as wind and solar power. Develops ways for existing buildings and systems to become more energy efficient. May specialize in one type or field of energy production.
$113,442 / year median in North Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
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, September 23, 2026 More than a career
- a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us
- help us make a difference for millions of people every day.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide protective relay engineering expertise to identify, analyze, and resolve increasingly complex issues. Plan and execute work (scope, schedule, estimates) and adapt to changing priorities. Conduct engineering and related studies. Create and update technical schematics and configuration files in support of planned project work in accordance with established standards, guidelines, and philosophies. Prepare clear technical documentation (reports, calculations, sketches) for engineering analyses in support of developed deliverables. Maintain and grow technical and professional skills. Coordinate effectively with teammates and stakeholder teams; communicate clearly; maintain accurate records. Support company goals and represent the company professionally.Basic/Required Qualifications Note:
This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below . Engineer II Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or PE (A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree) Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience Engineer III 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.) Minimum of 4 years of engineering experienceDesired Qualifications :
Utility industry experience. FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam passed. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Familiarity with protection tools (e.g., Aspen Relay Database/OneLiner, CymTCC, SEL-5010/5030, AcSELerator). Knowledge or experience withNERC PRC
standards (e.g., PRC-006,- 023,
- 025,
- 026,
- 027).
NERC CIP
Standards (e.g.CIP-002, CIP-010
) Knowledge of electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays. Knowledge of relay protection schemes and logic. Knowledge of principles of project management/controls Working Conditions Hybrid Mobility Classification- Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Relocation Assistance