Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Act as the SME for the ESCS, to include GEMS and site RTAC.
  • Learn and understand the GEMS software including all functions, aspects, alarms, metrics, and navigation of the program.
  • Learn and understand the GEMS Rule Engine and how to minimize interruption to service and prevent danger to lives, equipment misuse, and operational events.
  • Integrate new vendor controllers into site RTAC and GEMS.
  • Maintain and update site RTAC programs and automation logic.
  • Interface with Duke Energy IT personnel to identify concerns and resolve issues in a short amount of time.
  • Maintain a close relationship with Wartsila (Greensmith Parent Company) in order to troubleshoot any issues or concerns with GEMS.
  • Develop, review, or implement formal Testing and Commissioning plans for Battery Storage sites, Microgrids, and Small Solar facilities.
  • Develop or review ESCS requirements and functional specifications for new use case applications.
  • Adhere to industry standards such as IEEE1547-2018 and related standards (e.g. 1547.1).
  • Facilitate training and knowledge sharing of key control system topics and collaborate with other technical experts to ensure industry’s best practices are being used.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders/customers to ensure technical standards are understood/followed.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to various proof of concept projects related to Energy Storage including design, testing, and implementation of new equipment in the lab environment and field pilots.

    • Basic/Required Qualifications

  • 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 B. S. engineering degree.
  • Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience (without a Professional Engineer certification) or 5 years of engineering experience (with a Professional Engineer certification). 

    • Desired Qualifications

  • Renewable and Energy Storage SCADA systems experience
  • SCADA system testing and commissioning experience
  • Experience integrating with utility SCADA systems
  • Understanding of DNP3, Modbus Serial and Modbus TCP protocols
  • Proven experience in programing SEL RTAC products
  • Highly proficient in AcSELerator RTAC software
  • Proficient in AcSELerator QuickSet software
  • Field experience with hand-on implementation
  • Field network device programing and implementation experience
  • Experience in integrating multiple control systems into one controller
  • Energy Management System (EMS) experience
  • Testing and Commissioning experience
  • Previous design engineering experience
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE1547-2018 and related standards (e.g. 1547.1

    • Additional Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Vizio
  • Knowledgeable in Lynx, Structured Text and Python programing are a plus
  • Good written and oral communication skills.

    • Working Conditions

  • 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 their designated Duke Energy facility.​
  • Travel – 25+% travel

    • Specific Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Must have obtained Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer.
  • A Master's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the B.S. Engineering degree

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    Travel Requirements

    15-25%

    Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

    No

    Represented/Union Position

    No

    Visa Sponsored Position

    No

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