Associate Engineer - System Protection Engineering

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Vacation

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an entry or developmental level System Protection Engineer to support design and analysis of protective relay settings for up to 69kV equipment. You will perform engineering calculations, analyze systems, and learn to apply protective principles under supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration, industry involvement, and exposure to IEC 61850 and modern protection schemes. Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required; graduate candidates are welcome.

Qualifications

• Electrical or computer engineering background, preferably in electric power systems.
• Strong time management and ability to plan work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with short circuit modeling software preferred (Aspen ONELINER, PSS CAPE).
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 is a plus; SAP work management experience a plus.
• Programming skills for automation of system studies (Python, .NET, C#) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop or review protective relay settings and perform engineering calculations for transmission protection.
• Provide advanced technical support to conceptual engineering teams and project management.
• Participate in industry teams and benchmarking activities to enhance protection performance.
• Contribute to interconnection of distributed energy resources and new tech implementations.

Skills

Electrical engineering background

Power systems

Time management

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Python

C#

.NET

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Tools

Aspen ONELINER

PSS CAPE

SAP

Python

.NET

C#

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. Review the position below.

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.

Job Summary

Entry or developmental level position providing engineering support in designated company area, or specific engineering discipline. 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.

The System Protection Engineering department ensures power system security and reliability through consistent application of protective relay settings and data communication networks per industry standards and regulatory requirements.

System Protection Engineers develop settings for protective relays that detect and isolate electrical faults on the power system. The primary responsibilities for this role include the design, modeling, and development of protective relay settings for up to 69kV equipment. This includes schemes related to interconnection of distributed energy resources and new technologies such as implementing IEC 61850.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and/or review protective relay settings, perform engineering calculations, analysis, and research for Electric Transmission protection schemes inside the substation.
• 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 ET’s system protection performance.
• Participate in trade and industry organizations and benchmarking activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

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

• Associate Engineer: 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience; (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)
• Candidates should have an electrical or computer engineering background, preferably in electric power systems. Other engineering backgrounds may be considered if presented in combination with a strong electric power background.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective working independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to think analytically and apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems.
• Experience with short circuit modeling software preferred. (e.g., Aspen ONELINER or PSS®CAPE)
• 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.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.

Education Requirements

Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Preferred discipline(s): Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Computer Engineering.

Note: Upcoming engineering graduates with a projected graduation date of no later than August 31, 2027, who also meet the engineering criteria will be considered.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Note: Dominion Energy minimum experience and education requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

For Nuclear Employees, This ANSI Standard Must Be Met, All Of Which Is Met Or Exceeded In The Engineer Series Job Summaries With The Exception Of The Nuclear Power Experience Requirement Of At Least 1 Year

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.6.1 Education requirements: Baccalaureate or associate degree in engineering or related science. Minimum experience for the position: Related experience which shall include 2 years; Nuclear power plant experience to include 1 year.

Note: Associate Engineer is documented as a trainee.

Working Conditions

• Cold Up to 25%
• Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%
• Dust / Grease / Oil 76-100%
• Energized Wires Up to 25%
• Fumes Up to 25%
• Heat Up to 25%
• Loud Noise Up to 25%
• Office Work Environment 76 -100%
• Outdoors Up to 25%
• Pressurized Lines & Valves Up to 25%
• Radiation Up to 25%
• Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing

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.

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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