Associate Project Designer (Midlothian/W Broad) Hybrid

Dominion Energy; Midlothian (VA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an entry-level Associate Project Designer to join the Electric Distribution Design team on a hybrid work schedule. The role involves structured training and hands-on project management for 25–75 projects from inception to release, covering new construction, replacement, and relocation of distribution facilities.

You will communicate with internal and external stakeholders, adhere to codes, and act as the project’s point of contact.

Qualifications

• Associate Project Designer: 0-2 years of directly related experience.
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and personal computer skills.
• Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; ability to learn concepts and technical tools and programs; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude.
• Abilities: Effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented.
• Physical attributes to perform essential function: prolonged walking with varying terrain, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing and sitting.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to project release applying engineering principles and estimating timelines and costs.
• Communicate policies, procedures, and project status to stakeholders.
• Inspect sites and designate facility placement based on safety and operational needs.
• Prepare underground agreements, permits, and revenue calculations to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate installation/relocation of utilities and assist in storm restoration as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Personal computer skills

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 E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, 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.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

This is the foundational step in a progressive series of technical roles within Electric Distribution Design. Through a structured training program and hands‑on experience, 25‑75 projects will be managed from inception to project release by applying engineering principles and accounting for equipment and labor to estimate project timelines and cost. Projects include, but are not limited to new construction, replacement, and relocation of electric distribution facilities, including fiber.

Professionally communicates company policy and procedures, electric service requirements adhering to state, county and/or regulatory codes, project timelines, and status updates to internal and external stakeholders. Represents the Company throughout the design process as the assigned point of contact for the project.

Inspects job sites and designates facility placement decisions based on safety, accessibility and operational needs.

Preparation of underground agreements, billing authorities, revenue calculations, and coordination of right‑of‑way permits, environmental permits, highway and railroad permits, and easement agreements to ensure projects adhere to local, state and federal guidelines.

Coordinates installation/relocation of other utilities (i.e. cable television, phone, etc.). Assists in storm restoration process by driving, patrolling, scouting damaged locations and digitally obtaining information. Storm restoration can be local, regional or mutual aid.

For DESC only: Assists in storm restoration by creating switching orders as needed to change field conditions, troubleshooting lines, restoring power, field switching, holding clearance, and getting material list.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

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

• Associate Project Designer : 0-2 years of directly related experience
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and personal computer skills.
• Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; ability to learn concepts and technical tools and programs; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude.
• Abilities: Effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented.
• Physical attributes to perform essential function: prolonged walking with varying terrain, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing and sitting.

Education Requirements

• Education Level: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education.
• Associates
• Preferred discipline(s): Technical Studies, Project Construction, Business Administration or an electrical design certificate from a two‑year college partnership.
• Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

• Valid state driver’s license

Working Conditions

• Office Work Environment 51-75%
• Outdoors 26-50%
• Travel Up to 25%

Test Description

This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Customer Projects Designer Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.

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:

$58700 - $76200

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
• 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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