Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer- Hybrid

Dominion Energy•Cayce, SC

6d•$73,200 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Dominion Energy’s Electric Transmission System Control Computer Support Department provides engineering and technical support for reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System using the Energy Management System (EMS) and associated applications. The department supports System Control’s real-time and operational planning functions by maintaining, configuring, testing, and enhancing SCADA systems, ICCP communications, network topology models, operator displays, alarm management tools, and situational awareness applications. This position may be filled at the Associate Engineer, Engineer, or Senior Engineer level, commensurate with the selected candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and demonstrated abilities. The successful candidate will support EMS applications and infrastructure; develop and maintain system models and displays; troubleshoot operational issues; participate in compliance and cybersecurity initiatives; and collaborate with system operators, engineers, field personnel, and neighboring utilities to support reliable operation of the electric transmission system. The office is in the Computer Support area within System Control. The schedule is hybrid, with three days in the office and two days teleworking. The position may require after-hours support, system maintenance, and emergency response as needed. Relocation assistance is not offered, and Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Requirements

Required: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
For placement in the Engineer job series, meet one of the specified engineering education or licensure pathways: an eligible ABET-accredited four-year engineering degree; a qualifying Washington Accord degree; a qualifying non-ABET engineering degree plus postgraduate engineering degree; a qualifying degree in Physics, Chemistry, Math, or Engineering Technology plus postgraduate engineering degree; or a valid U.S. Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer license.
Associate Engineer: 0–2 years of engineering or technical experience, with demonstrated aptitude for learning EMS, SCADA, networking, or power system applications.
Engineer: 2–5 years of relevant experience and ability to independently perform technical assignments and support EMS applications, modeling, testing, and troubleshooting.
Senior Engineer: 5 or more years of relevant engineering or technical experience, with ability to provide technical leadership, lead projects, and serve as a subject matter expert for EMS applications and related systems.
For the applicable level, meet Dominion Energy’s minimum education and experience requirements; a partial year of related work experience of six months or greater counts as one year toward qualifications.
For nuclear employees, the stated ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014 requirements include a baccalaureate or associate degree in engineering or related science, two years of related experience, and one year of nuclear power plant experience.
Applicants must be eligible to work without Dominion Energy transferring or sponsoring a work visa or employment authorization.

Nice To Haves

Preferred degree disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
Experience with Energy Management Systems (EMS).
Experience with SCADA.
Experience with State Estimator.
Experience with ICCP/TASE.2.
Experience with advanced applications.
Knowledge of power system applications and network modeling.
Knowledge of NERC standards, NERC CIP, and transmission operations.
SQL and database concepts.
Python, PowerShell, VBA, or other scripting and automation tools.
Experience with virtual environments and networking fundamentals.
Data analysis and troubleshooting techniques.
Configuration management and system documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and validate EMS network models, SCADA point configurations, equipment ratings, and transmission topology.
Support real-time and study applications within the EMS environment.
Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
Support EMS software maintenance, upgrades, and patch implementation.
Configure and maintain ICCP links and data exchanges with neighboring utilities, including testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
Create and maintain EMS one-line displays, dashboards, alarms, and visualization tools.
Support situational awareness initiatives for Transmission Operations.
Develop tools and reports to improve operational efficiency.
Provide technical support for EMS operations.
Investigate and resolve EMS-related issues affecting system operators.
Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities.
Participate in after-hours support, system maintenance, and emergency response as required.
Develop and maintain technical procedures and documentation.
Support NERC CIP and Operations compliance requirements.
Maintain system configuration records and knowledge repositories.
Participate in EMS enhancement projects.
Support integration of generation resources, substations, transmission facilities, and new technologies into EMS applications.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders during project execution.