Engineer I/II/III (Electric Transmission Quality Assurance)
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Job Summary
Dominion Energy is seeking motivated and experienced Engineering candidates to be part of the Electric Transmission Quality Assurance group. Multiple positions are available, which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Candidates are to indicate their preferences at which level they are applying for (please select all which candidate would like to be considered for).
All positions are located in Glen Allen, VA. Positions are available within two of our core engineering teams: System Protection or Inverter Based Resources (IBR). Candidates are to indicate their team preferences and will be considered for the team which they choose (Indicate both if you would like to be considered for both positions).
System Protection duties will include but are not limited to:
- Interface with field teams gathering related equipment ratings data and protective relay settings. Field teams engage in active construction and other work activities in electrical substations.
- Compare this field evidence to existing databases, drawings, and settings for accuracy.
- Record and research any issues discovered.
- Pursue the correction of any discovered issues.
- Interface with internal NERC compliance team to evaluate different issues discovered and how to remediate them from happening in the future.
Inverter Based Resources (IBR) duties will include but are not limited to:
- Interface with customers and other relevant engineering teams to gathering data integral to the commissioning and interconnection of Inverter Based Resources (IBR).
- Perform field evaluations of IBR interconnection sites and gather data to compare to the provided data.
- Record and research any issues discovered.
- Pursue the correction of any discovered issues.
- Interface with different teams to evaluate issues discovered and how to remediate them before a site can be fully commissioned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:
Engineer I: 0-2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Engineer II: 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Engineer III: 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives.
Strong leadership skills with proven ability to serve as team project lead.
Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
Strong personal computer skills.
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices.
Knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Matlab, Excel, etc.).
Equally effective working independently or in team environment.
Proven decision making skills.
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
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.
Levels in Series:
Level I: Developmental, entry-level job series
Level II: Fully competent in job series.
Level III: Senior, highest proficiency level in series.
Education Requirements
Required degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):
Bachelor
Preferred discipline(s): Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
* We are considering applicants with an anticipated graduation date no later than May 2025.
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%
Outdoors Up to 25%
Radiation Up to 25%
Travel 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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About Dominion Energy
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.Headquarters: Richmond, VA
.16 states in the US
.$100 billion of assets
.Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
.100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community
Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050
We've cut carbon emissions from our electric generation business by approximately 46% (since 2005) and methane emissions from our natural gas business by 38% (since 2010) - and. By growing wind, solar, and renewable natural gas and pursuing innovative technologies, we expect to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. We've also committed to reducing the emissions of our suppliers and customers - so we can all move forward together.
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