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Engineer I/II/III Grid Planning Modeling & Analysis (Richmond) (Hybrid) 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!
Groups using the 3-2 schedule: We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility. Groups using the week on, week off schedule: We offer a hybrid work schedule (one week in the office, one week 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 are three positions which will be filled at either the Engineer I, Engineer II, or Engineer III level, commensurate with the successful candidate(s) knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. Engineer I/II/III, in Distribution Grid Planning, a part of the Modeling and Analysis team. The candidate will be part of a team that provides technical support for Grid Planning, Grid Resiliency, Grid Modernization, and Integrated Distribution Planning activities by performing advanced system studies, analyses, and modeling in support of long range distribution grid planning. This role is fully competent in all conventional aspects of the subject matter. Provides engineering support in designated company area, or specific engineering discipline. Performs and/or reviews engineering calculations, analysis, research and design. Provides cost analysis as needed and develops recommendation based on calculations (e.g. cost for equipment upgrade) for management review. Under direction of supervisor or work leader, exercises independence in evaluating, selecting and applying standard or well defined engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Uses independent judgment in prioritizing and making moderately complex adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear and specified objectives. Candidate should have strong electrical engineering background; preferably in electric power systems. Other engineering backgrounds may be considered if presented in combination with a strong electric power background. Candidate should possess strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices that will enable the successful candidate to progress in an engineering career series. Job activities: • Proficiently performs assignments having the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience needed to carry out all aspects of the job • Exercises independent judgment and decision-making in planning, organizing and conducting work assignments • May receive instructions and guidance on unusual or complex problems and knows when to get others involved • Effectively utilizes the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to problems encountered in work assignments • Identifies and eliminates unnecessary work and non-value added activities • Maintain and manage data for distribution grid load and DER forecasting • Power system modeling: load flow and voltage analysis, predictive reliability analysis, and time series simulations • Long range plan development 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. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience Engineer I: 0 - 3 + years of relevant engineering experience Engineer II : 3+ years of relevant engineering experience. Engineer III: 5+ years of relevant engineering experience. • Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals. • Requires developmental experience in a professional engineering position. • 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 • Proficient at analyzing all aspects of three-phase AC power flow • Knowledge of substation equipment/operations, relay operations, and power station preferred. • Proficiency in power system modeling software: Synergi Electric, CYME, PSS/E, PSCAD, ASPEN, MATLAB, Open DSS preferred • Demonstrated resourcefulness in developing system models from diverse and indirect data and information sources preferred. • Programming skills for automation of system studies preferred (e.g., Python, C#, SQL, Visual Basic, etc.). • Must be dedicated to continuous improvement and identifying best practice opportunities The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications. 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. 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 E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6 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 Required discipline(s): Engineering (Electrical with power systems concentration preferred) We will be accepting upcoming PHD for December 2023 graduates. 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