Engineering Technical Consultant

Dominion Energy; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy seeks a senior engineering professional to provide expert technical leadership within the designated discipline, focusing on substations and field operations. The role requires applying advanced engineering knowledge to independently perform complex work and support project development.

The candidate will lead evaluations, designs, and testing methods, and participate in industry forums to share lessons learned. Extensive experience and ABET-excluded credentials may apply.

Qualifications

• 7-8+ years of relevant experience in the discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering principles, theories and practices.
• Familiarity with industry codes, regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support and direction for project development and engineering products.
• Perform engineering evaluations, calculations, analysis and design to support the designated discipline.
• Lead scoping, scheduling, budgeting and oversight to meet cost and time objectives.
• Serve as the technical subject matter expert for substation equipment and field operations.

Skills

Engineering principles

Industry regulations

Design of complex systems

Project management

Technical writing

Leadership

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering Technology degree or Engineering degree (not ABET-accredited)

Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering or related discipline

Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited) post-graduate degree

Equivalent education/experience accepted

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.

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.

Job Summary

Provides strong technical expertise and project leadership within the designated company area or specific engineering discipline. Possess and applies advanced knowledge of the subject matter and significant relevant experience to independently perform difficult and the most complex technical work. Responsible for providing expert technical support, direction and advice for the development of projects, programs and engineering products. Performs engineering evaluations, calculations, analysis and design to support the requirements of the designated company area or specific engineering discipline. Exercises independent judgment and decision making to solve complex engineering problems and to manage multifaceted complex projects, including scoping, scheduling, budget development, cost tracking and oversight to meet cost and time objectives. Requires significant experience as a technical lead as well as specialized certifications, education, knowledge or experience required by the work. Serves as the organization's technical subject matter expert for substation equipment and field operations, providing advanced troubleshooting support, evaluating and implementing testing technologies and work methods, delivering specialized training, participating in NATF and other industry forums to identify and share lessons learned, and leading Substation Equipment DCEI reviews to improve equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and operational performance. Implements technology within an engineering field. Focuses on the practical application of engineering theories. Determines how to make the designs and plans of engineers work. Applies basic scientific and engineering principles and methods, along with technical skills, to support engineering activities. May perform product improvement, testing, field engineering, development, manufacturing, construction, systems development, quality control, and operational engineering. May perform some design and theoretical work, but does not possess the educational background required to function as an Engineer. May perform same work as titled Engineers, but possesses an engineering degree which is not ABET-accredited.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

7-8+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in applicable discipline. In-depth and comprehensive knowledge of engineering principals, theories and practices. In-depth knowledge of industry codes, government regulations and company policies and practices. In-depth knowledge of design and operation of complex systems and equipment. Ability to apply expert knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve complex and broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline. Ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadlydefined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline. Strong oral, written and graphical communication skills including technical writing; ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature. Ability to conduct standard tests, measurements and experiments. Ability to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes. Equally effective working independently and in a team environment. Excellent organization and project management skills and evaluation techniques. Excellent personal computer skills including knowledge of applicable software programs. Strong leadership skills. Proven decision making skills. Ability to address issues applying analytical and abstract thinking. Ability to resolve problems and process information quickly.

Education Requirements

• 4-year Engineering Technology degree or 4-year degree in Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or
• 4-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering or other technical related discipline; or
• 4-year non-technical degree and post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred degree

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

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

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

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:

$102300 - $132800

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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