What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer (Associate to Senior) or Engineering Technical Specialist (I to III) position at Dominion Energy?
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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 Virginia's Electric Transmission (ET) System Operations Center (SOC) Operations Department is seeking a motivated Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist to support the Company's evolving Transmission grid. In this role, you will be responsible for creating automated tools to enhance shift operations and improve efficiencies. This role requires a power systems engineering background with advanced computer programming skills and the ability to access and manipulate databases where operational process data is stored. The successful candidate should have an interest in power system operations and data analytics. You will work collaboratively within the Operations Department to advance and streamline tools contributing to the overall success of the team.
In this position, you will also play a crucial role in supporting System Operations staff by assisting with operating guidance for protection schemes, FACTs devices, and operational policies and procedures. You will provide guidance and support to ensure the smooth operation of our infrastructure on the Dominion Energy BES. You should have an interest and strong understanding of system protection fundamentals and will work with the Operations team and other Departments within the Electric Transmission organization to address and resolve inquiries related to real-time shift operations. This role requires a strong technical background and excellent problem-solving skills to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our operations. You will also assist with integrating synchro phasors into real-time system operations by working with Dominion Energy's Wide Area Measurement System (WAMS) to identify new operational practices, policies, and procedures.
This role can be filled from the entry-level up to the senior level within the job series, based on education and experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
For Engineer Titles: Candidates must meet one of the following criteria.
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%
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.
You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
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 Virginia's Electric Transmission (ET) System Operations Center (SOC) Operations Department is seeking a motivated Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist to support the Company's evolving Transmission grid. In this role, you will be responsible for creating automated tools to enhance shift operations and improve efficiencies. This role requires a power systems engineering background with advanced computer programming skills and the ability to access and manipulate databases where operational process data is stored. The successful candidate should have an interest in power system operations and data analytics. You will work collaboratively within the Operations Department to advance and streamline tools contributing to the overall success of the team.
In this position, you will also play a crucial role in supporting System Operations staff by assisting with operating guidance for protection schemes, FACTs devices, and operational policies and procedures. You will provide guidance and support to ensure the smooth operation of our infrastructure on the Dominion Energy BES. You should have an interest and strong understanding of system protection fundamentals and will work with the Operations team and other Departments within the Electric Transmission organization to address and resolve inquiries related to real-time shift operations. This role requires a strong technical background and excellent problem-solving skills to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our operations. You will also assist with integrating synchro phasors into real-time system operations by working with Dominion Energy's Wide Area Measurement System (WAMS) to identify new operational practices, policies, and procedures.
This role can be filled from the entry-level up to the senior level within the job series, based on education and experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
- Associate Engineer: 0-2 years of engineering experience
- Engineer: 2 years of relevant engineering experience
- Senior Engineer: 5 years of relevant engineering experience
- Technical Specialist I: 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience
- Technical Specialist II: 2 years of relevant engineering experience
- Technical Specialist III: 5 years of relevant engineering experience
- Understanding of Power System Generation, Operations, and Control.
- Deep understanding of AC and DC fundamentals, including three-phase power systems.
- Understanding of the principles of transmission relay protection.
- Programming experience in Python, C , Java, or C#.
- Experience using PSSE for power system model building and power flow analysis.
- Experience using the PSSE API.
- Knowledge of inverter-based systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of electric power distribution equipment, system protection systems, and electric/electronic instrumentation.
- Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
- Strong planning, organizational and project management skills.
- Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
- Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
- Equally effective working independently or in team environment.
- Proven decision-making skills.
- Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Prior work experience in an electric utility power plant.
- Prior work experience working in a Transmission System Operating Center.
- Experience using TARA for Power Flow and N-1 Contingency analysis.
- Ability to breakdown complex engineering concepts for mass consumption.
- Experience and knowledge of Electric Power Plant, Electric Transmission, and Electric Distribution grid operations.
For Engineer Titles: Candidates must meet one of the following criteria.
- 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
- Hold or have previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
- Possess a 4-year Engineering Technology degree or 4-year degree in Engineering (not ABET-accredited), or
- Possess a 4-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering, or other technical related discipline, or
- Possess a 4-year non-technical degree and a post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited), or
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the preferred degree.
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%
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.
You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
