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Job SummaryProvides multi-discipline engineering teams with strong technical and project leadership within a discipline, engineering section or for major engineering projects. Possesses and applies advanced knowledge and technical skills to solve complex engineering problems, or to plan and coordinate larger scale engineering projects or varied assignments requiring diverse knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Provides expert technical consultation and assessment on engineering problems and projects to engineering personnel. Serves as a management consultant on complex engineering problems and issues. Controls technical, financial and service commitments to internal or external customers. May perform independent research to find innovative and cost effective engineering solutions to operational problems.
The candidate will provide technical support for Dominion Energy Electric Transmission field operations, focusing on transformers, switches, breakers, voltage regulators, circuit breakers, and instrument transformers from managing vendor relationships, to operation, to decommissioning, and (when applicable) root cause analyses (RCA). As novel challenges arise, the candidate develops the necessary knowledge base and engineering capabilities to address them.
Candidates are preferred to have 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, with knowledge of engineering principles and practices, preferably in electric power systems. A working knowledge of SAP software is also preferred.
Job Responsibilities- Equipment supplier relationship building & maintenance, provide support to ensure production capacity is maintained for Dominion Energy's requirements, and strive to mitigate supplier lock-in
- Develop & document design requirements of major substation equipment and maintain with Annual reviews
- Perform design reviews and factory acceptance tests (FATs) of equipment while in production for domestic and international suppliers
- Analyze & support the qualification of new suppliers of equipment
- Provide support to the equipment procurement processes
- Support Dominion field organizations in:
- responses to equipment emergencies
- material specification
- design validation and innovation
- root cause analysis (RCAs) of failure events
- commissioning & decommissioning
- develop training and/or guidelines to support field organizations' maintenance and response to system events relating to substation equipment
- Support the development, and demonstration of leading-edge tools, technologies, and applications to maintain Dominion's leadership position in the industry.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & ExperienceThe knowledge, skills, abilities and experience that are required for entry into this job include the following:
10+ years of relevant engineering experience;
An Engineering PhD can be substituted for up to 5 years' experience based on research engineering work on directly related projects approved by executive leadership;
-In-depth knowledge of engineering theories, principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments and related field;
-Knowledge of business/financial and contractual matters;
-Recognized expert by other engineers and management;
-Provides expert technical consultation to other engineers and management;
-Skilled in the use of advanced engineering techniques;
-Strong planning and project management skills;
-Strong technical and organizational leadership skills;
-Strong oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing);
-In depth knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Excel, etc.);
-Proven decision making skills;
-Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems;
-Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices;
-Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks;
-Equally effective working independently or in team environment
REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA:
For placement of a candidate in a Consulting Engineer title, the following criteria must be met:
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
Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
Education RequirementsRequired Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):
Bachelor's
Preferred Discipline(s): Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA:
For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:
- 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
- Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals DescriptionA professional engineer license is preferred but not required
Working ConditionsEnergized Wires Up to 25%
Office Work Environment 76 -100%
Outdoors Up to 25%
Travel Up to 25%
Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%
Other InformationExport ControlCertain 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 InformationWe 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.
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.
Export ControlCertain 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.
What You'll GetExpected Hiring Base Salary Range:
$116300 - $151100
The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.
At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: 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, and disability insurance. 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.
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Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion EnergyThere are many reasons to work at Dominion Energy, but below are the top three reasons employees have shared with us. Click on each of the links to learn more!1. Safety Centric Work Environment
2. Generous Pay and Benefits
3. Collaborative & Inclusive Culture About Dominion EnergyI am your warm cup of coffee in the morning and I light your home at night. I am the cool breeze from your A/C on the hottest day in summer, and the red coil that heats your soup pot on a frigid winter's day. I am sustainable, reliable and affordable.
I am not just any energy... I am Dominion Energy.
We're transforming the way we do business to build a more sustainable future for the planet, our customers, our team and our industry. We're shaping the future of energy in America.
Join us!Facts:
17,000 employees
Headquarters: Richmond, VA
16 states in the US
$100 billion of assets
Nearly $35 million in charitable contributions
100,000+ volunteer hours recorded in the community
Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at
sustainability.dominionenergy.com.
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