Associate Engineer (Hybrid)

Dominion Energy; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dominion Energy in Richmond, VA is seeking an entry-level engineer to support the Power Generation Electrical team. You will perform engineering calculations, studies, and design under supervision to develop professional engineering knowledge and apply fundamental principles.

Responsibilities include power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, arc flash), incident support, and ensuring compliance with NERC standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of engineering concepts and fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Perform power systems analysis (Short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, and arc flash) for plant projects and operations.
• Provide technical support and identify process improvements from incident investigations and industry best practices.
• Support NERC Modeling, Data, and Analysis (MOD), Protection and Control (PRC), and Facilities Design, Connections, and Maintenance (FAC) standards.
• Perform protective relay settings calculations; develop logic diagrams and documentation for protection of generators, transformers, motors, buses and other major plant equipment.
• Evaluate design of new or proposed generation and assess impact on existing electrical distribution; perform uprate studies.
• Oversee electrical equipment installation and provide commissioning support of equipment such as switchgear, transformers and motors.
• Perform other duties related to power systems as required.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Oral & written comms

Decision making

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Engineering theory

Code interpretation

Project management

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Job description

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.

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

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

Entry or developmental level position providing engineering support in Power Generation Electrical team. Performs engineering calculations, analysis, research and design. Under direction of supervisor or work leader, performs routine assignments designed to develop professional engineering work knowledge, gain familiarity with techniques, approaches, practices and the nature of engineering systems, equipment, etc. and to develop the ability to apply fundamental engineering principles and techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out sequence of related engineering tasks. Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.

• Perform power systems analysis (Short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, and arc flash analysis) as needed in support of plant capital projects, as well as daily operations. Develop and maintain electrical system models to support such studies.
• Provide technical support and identify process improvement opportunities based on incident investigations, root cause analysis, and industry best practices.
• Support Fleet wide compliance efforts of NERC Modeling, Data, and Analysis (MOD), Protection and Control(PRC), and Facilities Design, Connections, and Maintenance (FAC) standards.
• Perform protective relay settings calculations; develop logic diagrams and other documentation as needed to ensure adequate protection of Generators, Transformers, Motors, Buses, and other major plant equipment.
• Evaluate design of new/proposed generation and/or the impact of changes to existing plant electrical distribution systems. Perform unit uprate suitability studies.
• Oversee electrical equipment installation and provide commissioning support of electrical equipment, such as Switchgear, Transformers and Motors.
• Perform other duties related to power systems as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:

0-2+ years of engineering experience

Note: Upcoming engineering degree graduates with a projected graduation date no later than June 2027, who also meet the engineering criteria, will be considered.

(A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

• Knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals and theory;
• Strong Oral and written communication skills;
• Effective decision making skills;
• Computer skills and application of software programs;
• Analytical and abstract thinking skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Ability to learn to apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems;
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices;
• Ability to develop project management skills and to handle multiple tasks;
• Ability to take initiative and use creativity to solve engineering challenges
• Ability to work individually and within a team environment.

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree): Bachelor’s in 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.

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%
• Outdoors Up to 25%
• Travel Up to 25%

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.

What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range

$73200 - $95000

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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