Transmission System Operator - Associate, Mid, and Senior (On-site)

Dominion Energy•Richmond, VA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we're looking for you. You won't just find a job here; you'll find your career. Review the position below and apply today. Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position. Job Summary- Associate Transmission System Operator There are multiple positions that will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Associate Transmission System Operator This role works under direct supervision to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. Critical, reliability-related tasks are performed under the direct, continuous supervision and observation of a Transmission System Operator, Senior Transmission System Operator, or Supervisor-Electric Transmission Operations. Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes. Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provides a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed. Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities. Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records. Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Job Summary - Transmission System Operator Transmission System Operator This role has the responsibility and authority to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions, including the shedding of firm load, to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. This role is subject to the authority of PJM, which functions as Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, and Balancing Authority. Critical, reliability-related tasks are performed without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within Dominion. Once obtained, maintains relevant PJM Transmission Operator and NERC Transmission Operator/Reliability Coordinator certifications. Maintains knowledge of Dominion's operating practices and procedures. Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes. Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provide a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed. Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities. Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records. Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Job Summary - Senior Transmission System Operator Senior Transmission System Operator This role has the responsibility and authority to take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions, including the shedding of firm load, to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions. This role is subject to the authority of PJM, which functions as Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, and Balancing Authority. Critical, reliability-related tasks are performed without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within Dominion. Role maintains relevant PJM and NERC certifications. Successfully completes relevant, on-going task verifications. Develops, revises, and maintains Dominion's operating practices and procedures. Assists in training or observing Associate Transmission System Operators and Transmission System Operators. Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes. Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules. Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provide a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment. Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications. Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed. Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities. Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

0-3 years of related electrical or mechanical experience in a utility, industrial, or production environment for Associate Transmission System Operator
3 or more years of directly related electrical or mechanical experience in a utility, industrial, or production environment for Transmission System Operator
5+ years of related electrical or mechanical experience in a utility for Senior Transmission System Operator
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline preferred (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, etc.)
Must obtain NERC Certification (Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator) and PJM Certification (Transmission System Operator) within 6 months of start/transfer date.
Must complete Dominion Energy System Operations defined Operator qualification program within 18 months of initial start/transfer date.
This position requires you to operate a Dominion Energy vehicle or operate a vehicle on Dominion Energy's behalf
In this role you will be expected to report and respond to emergency storm related events.
The work schedule for this position requires you to work 12 hour rotating shifts

Nice To Haves

Beginner-level knowledge of NERC and PJM regulations, Electrical principles (flow of electricity, magnetism, inductance, capacitance, direct and alternating currents, etc.), Electrical control systems (electrical controls and motors, motor controls and starters, relays, overloads, control circuits, etc.), Substation equipment and operations, Power station operations and generation
Current NERC Transmission Operator certification
Current PJM Transmission System Operator certification
Utility experience is preferred
Proficient-level knowledge of PJM regulations
PJM Transmission System Operator certification
Teaching and instructional skills
6+ years of directly related electrical or mechanical experience

Responsibilities

Take and/or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions to maintain the reliability of the Bulk Electric System, during both normal and emergency conditions.
Monitors elements of the bulk electric system and responds to status changes.
Responds to disturbances, emergency events and other changes in weather or system conditions and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications.
Monitors voltage and reactive power flows and utilizes reactive resources to maintain voltage schedules.
Prepares switching orders that will isolate work areas and provides a safe zone of protection for both field personnel and equipment.
Provides verbal instructions to field personnel engaged in switching operations and makes the appropriate internal and external notifications.
Controls transmission and distribution equipment using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) as needed.
Monitors and regulates the flow of power among interconnected entities.
Logs system activities for routine reporting to ensure the accuracy of operational records.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.