Engineer (Associate to Staff) or Engineering Technical Specialist I/II/III

Dominion Energy•Richmond, VA

1d•$65,500 - $132,800•Hybrid

About The Position

Dominion Energy is seeking a qualified candidate to provide engineering support in the Distribution Grid Planning department. This role involves performing advanced system studies, analyses, and modeling to support long-range distribution grid planning, grid resiliency, grid modernization, and integrated distribution planning activities. The successful candidate will be part of a team that provides technical support for these critical functions. A strong electrical engineering background, preferably in electric power systems, is desired, though other engineering or technical backgrounds may be considered if combined with a strong electric power background. The candidate should possess a solid understanding of engineering principles and practices to foster career progression within the engineering series. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, with one week in the office and one week of teleworking.

Requirements

Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals.
Developmental experience in a professional engineering position (engineering title only).
Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives.
Understands and can apply knowledge of configuration management.
Planning, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to develop and exercise leadership skills.
Effective decision-making skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.
Equally effective working independently or in a team environment.
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
Dedicated to continuous improvement and identifying best practice opportunities.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required for Engineer job series.
For Engineer job series, must possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program, or an equivalent international degree recognized under the Washington Accord, or a non-ABET accredited Engineering degree combined with a post-graduate Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or hold a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
For Engineering Technical Specialist roles, a 4-year Engineering Technology degree, a 4-year degree in Engineering (not ABET-accredited), a 4-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering, or other technical related discipline, or a 4-year non-technical degree with a post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited) is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted.
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 will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Strong electrical engineering background, preferably in electric power systems.
Other engineering or technical backgrounds may be considered if presented in combination with a strong electric power background.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support in designated company area or specific engineering discipline.
Perform and/or review engineering calculations, analysis, research, and design.
Provide cost analysis and develop recommendations based on calculations for management review.
Perform advanced system studies, analyses, and modeling in support of long-range distribution grid planning.
Provide technical support for Grid Planning, Grid Resiliency, Grid Modernization, and Integrated Distribution Planning activities.
Maintain and manage data for distribution grid load and DER forecasting.
Conduct power system modeling, including load flow and voltage analysis, predictive reliability analysis, and time series simulations.
Develop long-range plans to address projected distribution grid needs.
Analyze multiple infrastructure interdependencies related to thermal, voltage, and reliability criteria.
Perform/support evaluation, design, engineering, and support activities related to traditional utility solutions and non-wires alternatives.
Participate in trade and industry organizations and benchmarking activities.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.