Engineer or Senior Engineer

 

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We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 


At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. 
 

 

Job Summary

ET Engineering Standards – Substation Standards would are responsible for:

• Leading standard development initiatives in support of ET Construction, ET Operations, ET Field Operations, ET Reliability, and ET Projects (Engineering & Project Management)
• Provide support for the development of engineering standard drawings and design requirements for the integration of Autodesk as the future substation design platforms of Inventor 3D and AutoCAD Electrical (ACADE).
• Develop and document engineering and design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations (examples of substation equipment: circuit breakers, instrument transformers, large power transformers, and miscellaneous yard cabinets and components).
• Execute and/or lead engineering studies in support of developing strong substation design standards (Physical Electrical and/or Protection & Control focused).
• Develop training for design engineers and partner groups in Electric Transmission and Electric Distribution, relating to engineering and design principles and standards that relate to the required physical and electrical infrastructure of a substation.
• Review existing materials, components, and design standards for process improvements, cost savings, and help manage organizational change.
• Develop and maintain substation purchase specifications for material and components required during the design of substations.
• Engage in industry forums, and events (CIGRE, IEEE, SEE, NATF, etc.).
• Engage with industry suppliers and manufacturers (plant/factory visits, substation visits) for assigned materials and components.
• Provide direct input into substation project plans.   
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:   

Engineer: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience or demonstrated equivalent (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications; an advanced degree can count as one year experience)

Solid understanding of AC/DC fundamentals
Understanding of 3 phase power systems is a strong plus.
Understanding of the principles of transmission and/or distribution applications is strongly preferred.

Sr.Engineer:  5+ years of significant directly related experience or (5+ years of research engineering work experience on directly related projects for the electric utility industry. Work on such projects may be accomplished as part of an Engineering PhD program [completed and graduated by December 31st, 2023] on its own or in combination with additional research engineering work experience on directly related projects for the electric utility industry)

Full knowledge of electric T&D engineering theories, standards and principles with focus on electric distribution and substation
Skilled in use of advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines
Strong leadership skills with proven ability to serve as team project lead.
Proven decision-making skills.
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
Strong planning, organizational and project management skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience all levels:
Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
Equally effective with working independently or in a team environment.
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
Programming skills for automation of system studies (e.g., Python, .NET, C#, MATLAB, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with MicroStation, PLSCADD, Autodesk Design Applications (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.), PSSE, PSCAD and/or RTDS modeling software is a plus.
Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.

 

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Preferred Discipline(s):

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA: 
For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met: 
 
Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program based on the year that the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or 

Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own Engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or 

Possess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or

Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%Energized Wires Up to 25%Fumes Up to 25%Heat Up to 25%Loud Noise Up to 25%Office Work Environment 76 -100%Operating Machinery Up to 25%Travel Up to 25%Radiation Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing

 

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law.  Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

 

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.   To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. 

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