Engineer I - Electric Distribution Protection Engineer (Richmond, VA)
Date: Oct 14, 2022
Location: RICHMOND, VA, US, 23219
Company: Dominion Energy
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that's proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered -yes,- then read on!
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.
Job Summary
This role provides in depth study of protective device coordination and circuit protection for Dominion Energy's Electric distribution system. The individual in this role will size and provide settings for distribution line protection equipment to meet engineering guidelines including time-current curve separation, magnetizing inrush current, fault reach, and peak loads. The role is responsible for developing settings files for various relay-controlled equipment to ensure proper isolation of sustained and temporary faults, while in some cases also operating to automate restoration of electric service.
Responsibilities include:
- Utilize power distribution modeling software such as Synergi to perform short circuit and coordination studies
- Work closely with stakeholders, both internal and external to Dominion Energy, to provide optimal and safe device coordination while balancing reliability and customer needs with protection of distribution assets
- Provide circuit protection and device coordination support for the integration of distributed energy resources such as solar and wind, EV charging stations, and battery storage onto the Dominion Energy distribution system
- Provide three phase/symmetrical component advice to Electric Distribution Grid Planning and other groups for nonstandard designs
- Support Regional Operations Centers in addressing protection needs during planned and unplanned switching events
- Work with peers in System Protection Engineering to provide equivalent model information and ensure multifaceted projects affecting substation and distribution line protection progress effectively
- Provide direction, expertise, and advice on complex protection challenges
- Assist in storm restoration efforts as called upon primarily supporting night packaging functions
This role is fully competent in all conventional aspects of the subject matter. First level position in the engineering series provides engineering support in designated company area, or specific engineering discipline. Performs and/or reviews engineering calculations, analysis, research and design. Provides cost analysis as needed and develops recommendation based on calculations (e.g. cost for equipment upgrade) for management review. Under direction of supervisor or work leader, exercises independence in evaluating, selecting and applying standard or well-defined engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Uses independent judgment in prioritizing and making moderately complex adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear and specified objectives and require investigation of a limited number of variables.
This position is located in Richmond, VA with a hybrid schedule as an option subject to business needs. Relocation assistance may be offered.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
0-2 years of engineering experience;
Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals and theory;
Oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing);
Effective decision making skills;
Computer skills and application of software programs;
Analytical and abstract thinking skills;
Problem solving skills;
Ability to learn to apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems;
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices;
Ability to develop effective planning, project and organization skills;
Ability to develop project management skills and to handle multiple tasks;
Ability to work within a team environment.
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 Technologyand 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.
Education Requirements
Required degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):
Bachelor
Required discipline(s): Engineering
We will be accepting upcoming graduates until May 2023.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Cold Up to 25%
Energized Wires Up to 25%
Heat Up to 25%
Loud Noise Up to 25%
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Operating Machinery Up to 25%
Radiation Up to 25%
Travel Up to 25%
Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
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
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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