Associate Project Designer/Project Designer

Dominion Energy • BLYTHEWOOD, SC

4d • $58,700 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Dominion Energy South Carolina is looking for an Associate Project Designer/Project Designer to join their team in the Blythewood, SC area. This is a full-time position supporting Electric Distribution Engineering. The position will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidates' education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. This role is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of electric distribution facilities in Dominion Energy’s electric service territories in the greater Columbia area.

Requirements

• 0 - 2+ years related experience (Associate Project Designer)
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and personal computer skills (Associate Project Designer)
• Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; ability to learn concepts and technical tools and programs; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude (Associate Project Designer)
• Abilities: Effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented (Associate Project Designer)
• Physical attributes to perform essential function: prolonged walking with varying terrain, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing and sitting (Associate Project Designer)
• 2 - 3+ years related experience (Project Designer)
• Successful completion of the Customer Projects Designer Development Program or previous external experience demonstrating knowledge of fundamental overhead and commercial design (Project Designer)
• Knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures (Project Designer)
• Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude (Project Designer)
• Abilities: effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented (Project Designer)
• Physical attributes to perform essential function of the job: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing (Project Designer)
• Demonstrated leadership ability (Project Designer)
• Valid state driver's license
• Be available to work after hours, scheduled overtime, and callout work
• Live within a 25-mile radius (or 30-minute drive) of the position’s service territory/work location
• Recommended test results from Modern Hire Customer Projects Designer Virtual Job Tryout administered online.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of NWLC T&D Modules 1-3 (not required if have an Associates degree)

Responsibilities

• Produce technical designs
• Prepare detailed drawings and exhibits
• Complete engineering calculations
• Analyze electrical load data
• Size equipment based on engineering standards and codes
• Determine location of equipment and ensure safe access and clearance can be maintained
• Secure necessary permits
• Facilitate easement negotiations and acquisitions
• Determine material needs
• Assist in procurement of special order items
• Estimate project costs and timelines
• Calculate estimated revenue and non-standard costs for billing customers
• Coordinate with internal and external customers and stakeholders
• Communicate company policy and procedures and ensure compliance
• Assist operations during construction
• Inspect installed equipment to ensure code compliance
• Identify safety issues and hazards
• Recommend improvements to prevent safety issues
• Evaluate impact of decisions and actions on own and other’s safety
• Account for material
• Monitor inventory, as-built drawings, ensure mapping accuracy in GIS
• Assist in service restoration during outages
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
• vacation
• retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• bonus eligibility
• sick leave
• disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED