Electric Distribution Project Designer — Hybrid

Dominion Energy; Hampton (VA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an Associate Project Designer in Hampton, VA, offering a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days teleworking). The role involves designing and managing 50–100 electric distribution projects from inception to release, coordinating permits and right-of-way, and mentoring junior staff.

The position requires 0–2 years for Associate level up to 5+ years for Senior level, with a strong foundation in electrical distribution design and proficiency in AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Associate Project Designer: 0-2 years of directly related experience.
• Project Designer: 2-3+ years directly related experience.
• Senior Project Designer: 5+ years directly related experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs and manages 50-100 electric distribution projects from inception to release.
• Communicates policies, service requirements, and project status to stakeholders.
• Inspects sites, designs facility placement, and prepares drawings using AutoCAD/AUD.
• Coordinates Right-of-Way permits, environmental permits, and utility relocations.
• Mentors junior colleagues and assists trainee development.
• Supports storm restoration processes and customer issue resolutions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Organization

Project management

Math

Technical aptitude

Education

Associates

Electrical design certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

AUD

Job description

Dominion Energy is seeking an Associate Project Designer in Hampton, VA, offering a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days teleworking). The role involves designing and managing 50–100 electric distribution projects from inception to release, coordinating permits and right-of-way, and mentoring junior staff.

The position requires 0–2 years for Associate level up to 5+ years for Senior level, with a strong foundation in electrical distribution design and proficiency in AutoCAD.