Engineer II or III - System Protection Engineering (Hybrid)

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Engineer II or III - System Protection Engineering (Hybrid)

Date: Apr 18, 2023

Location: RICHMOND, VA, US, 23220

Company: Dominion Energy At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that's proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered "yes," then read on! We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

Job Summary There is one position that will be filled at the Engineer II or Engineer III level, commensurate with the successful candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and experience. Dominion Energy Virginia's Electric Transmission (ET) System Protection Engineering department is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to support the Company's evolving distribution grid. The primary responsibilities for this role include the design, modeling, and development of protective relay settings for Transmission, Distribution, and renewable energy interconnections. This is an exciting time to join our team as we are involved in industry-leading projects and initiatives like interconnecting 5000 MW of solar generation in the next 5 years, the first utility-owned offshore wind project in United States federal waters off the Atlantic coast, STATCOMS, IEC-61850, and the largest data center load growth in the world. Job Responsibilities - Engineer II or III: • Develop protective relay settings for SPE protection schemes inside the substation. • Provide technical assistance to various engineering and field teams to fully develop the protection and control design package. • Provide advanced technical support to conceptual engineering teams, project management teams and ET Field Organization throughout the course of capital projects. • Participate in various company teams and industry-level organizations to enhance SPE's system protection performance. • Participate in trade and industry organizations and benchmarking activities. • Support team with compliance and/or setting peer review activities. • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following: Engineer II: 3+ years of engineering experience Engineer III: 5+ years of engineering experience • Understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, including three-phase power systems. • Understanding of the principles of transmission and/or distribution relay protection preferred. • Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments. • Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing. • Equally effective with working independently or in a team environment. • Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems. • Experience with short circuit modeling software preferred. • Understanding of IEC 61850 communication protocol for intelligent substation protection is a plus. • Experience with SAP work management systems is a plus. • Programming skills for automation of system studies (e.g., Python, .NET, C#, etc.) is a plus. • Experience with PSCAD and/or RTDS is a plus. • Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices. • 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 The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined below. • 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 (above/below).

Education Requirements Required degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree): Bachelor's in Engineering Preferred: Electrical Engineering
  • 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 Description

Working Conditions Cold Up to 25% Energized Wires Up to 25% Heat Up to 25% Loud Noise Up to 25% Office Work Environment 76 -100% Operating Machinery Up to 25% Outdoors Up to 25% Radiation Up to 25% Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description No Testing Required

Export Control Certain 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 Information We 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. To learn more about our benefits, click here Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status. You can experience the excitement of our company - it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.

Nearest Major Market: Richmond

Job Segment: Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Testing, Engineer, Technical Writer, Engineering, Technology

  • ID: #49891373
  • State: Virginia Richmond 23274 Richmond USA
  • City: Richmond
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2023-05-09
  • Deadline: 2023-07-07
  • Category: Et cetera