Engineer II / III - Electric Transmission Planning (Hybrid)
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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.
Job Summary
Dominion Energy is seeking to fill multiple positions which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Candidates are to indicate their preference/s at which level they are applying for as well (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. Candidates are to indicate their preference/s and will be considered for the team which they choose (please select all which candidate would like to be considered for).
Dominion Energy's Power Delivery Group is seeking a motivated and experienced Engineer to be part of the Electric Transmission Planning Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working within the PJM Regional Transmission Expansion Planning Process (RTEPP) to assess and develop the long-term transmission expansion plans (LTRTP) to ensure system reliability, to meet future customer demand, to integrate the renewable energy resources needed to achieve Dominion Energy's net zero carbon emissions goal by 2050, and to plan the grid of the future. Primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
Perform power flow analysis in accordance with NERC Reliability Standards, PJM Planning Criteria, and Dominion Energy Electric Transmission Planning Criteria.
Develop and maintain power flow and short circuit planning models, including the development of Model on Demand project files, contingency file updates, facility rating updates, short circuit change files, and facility impedance updates
Work collaboratively with PJM Planning, the Electric Transmission Planning Team, and the Electric Transmission Operations Engineering Teams to perform annual PJM RTEP assessments, generation interconnection and retirement analysis, and develop transmission solutions to address all reliability criteria violations
Participate during competitive FERC Order 1000 open windows by developing innovative and cost-effective transmission solutions using PROMOD software
Develop and sponsor regional transmission projects. This includes developing the project scope, justifying the need, presenting, and discussing the project with internal and external stakeholders, and obtaining all the necessary project approvals from PJM and The State Corporation Commission
Assist in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of computer-based tools for the Electric Transmission Planning Team
Generation Interconnection Studies including knowledge around Invertor Based Resources and DER Integration
Economic and financial understanding of co optimization of long term grid planning using PLEXOS is preferred
Perform other duties as requested or assigned
ET Planning Teams
Area Planning Team :Strong analytical, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Interaction with internal and external stakeholders. Self-motivator who can work cooperatively in a team environment but is capable of seeking knowledge and solving problems independently. Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments. Project development and sponsorship. Knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions. Knowledge and understanding of the protection principles and practices for transmission lines, distribution feeders, and major substation equipment. Knowledge and understanding substation design, transmission line design, permitting, and real estate principles.
Long Term Planning Team : Perform Stability and Dynamic studies to ensure reliable operation of generation plants within the Dominion zone. Perform Dynamic studies to ensure reliable operation of generation plants within the Dominion zone. Perform sensitivity analysis to evaluate future load growth, future generation retirements, and future integration of renewable energy resources. Collaborate as needed with Strategic Studies team on EMT/EMPT work on generation interconnection, load deliverability analysis, and long term planning (particularly with IBR integration).
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Engineer II : 3+ years of significant directly related experience
Engineer III: 5+ years of significant directly related experience (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 2024] on its own or in combination with additional research engineering work experience on directly related projects for the electric utility industry)
*Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications; A master's degree can count as one year experience
Knowledge of power system analysis software packages such as PSS\e, PSS MUST, PSS MOD, Power Gem's TARA software, Aspen One-Liner, Transmission Operations Energy Management System (EMS), etc., is preferred
Demonstrated experience in power system modeling (i.e. short circuit, power flow, EMS)
Experience writing scripts, macros, or code to develop tools to automate work processes is preferred
Firm understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, including an understanding of three-phase power systems
In-depth knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions
Working knowledge of the underlying technology used in used in flexible alternating current transmission systems (FACTS) and high voltage direct transmission (HVDC) equipment is preferred
Understanding of the protection principles and practices for transmission lines, distribution feeders, and major substation equipment
Working knowledge of substation and transmission line one-line diagrams, and relay functional drawings
Ability to work proficiently with Microsoft Office applications
Self-motivator who can work cooperatively in a team environment, but is comfortable independently seeking knowledge and information
Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments
Prefer candidates with Python certification
Provides expert technical consultation to other engineers and management
Strong technical and organizational leadership skills, including the ability to provide guidance to less experienced engineers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Candidates should have a strong electrical engineering background, preferably in electric power systems such as engineering experience working in the Electric Utility Industry in Transmission System Operations, Substation Engineering, System Protection or Transmission Planning. Other engineering backgrounds may be considered if presented in combination with a strong electric power utility background. Candidate should possess strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices that will enable the successful candidate to progress in an engineering career series. Industry experience STRONGLY preferred.
Education Requirements
Required degree: Bachelor's in engineering
Preferred: Master's of Science in Engineering, Doctor of Science in Engineering
Preferred discipline(s) : Electrical
Upcoming engineering PhD graduates with a projected graduation date of no later than December 31, 2024, who also meet the engineering criteria will be considered.
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
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
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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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