UPRM: Engineer I - System Operations Engineering (Richmond, VA)
Date: Oct 14, 2022
Location: RICHMOND, VA, US, 23227
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
Dominion's Electric Transmission System Operations Engineering department was established to provide engineering support for reliable control and operation of the Dominion's Transmission System. The team's responsibilities encompass many applications used by operations personnel to make real time and offline decisions that affect the Bulk Electric System such as: SCADA applications, alarm management applications, various displays and visualization tools and network applications. The primary responsibilities for this role include:
Perform the modeling of Dominion's Transmission system such as SCADA modeling and configurations, network topology, equipment ratings and parameter impedances as well as the maintenance of various operator displays.
Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to various engineering, operations and field teams and PJM to fully maintain the EMS model
Support the development of tools to improve situational awareness in the operations control room
Participate in various company teams and industry-level organizations to enhance Electric Transmission's system operations performance.
Perform other duties, as requested or assigned
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above
This position is located in Richmond, VA with a hybrid schedule as an option subject to business needs. Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences required for entry into this job include the following:
0-2 years of engineering experience
Basic understanding of AC/DC fundamentals and three-phase power systems
Knowledge of NERC and PJM policies and procedures is desired
Experience with System Protection & Controls is desired
Experience with Energy Management Systems such as GE/ALSTOM e-terra platform is highly desired
Equally effective working independently or in a team environment
Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing
Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
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
Education Level:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Electrical / Computer Engineering is preferred.
We will accept 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%
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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Nearest Major Market: Richmond
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