Engineering Technical Consultant - Root Cause Analysis Lab

Dominion Energy; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dominion Energy has established an internal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Lab to deliver data-driven insights into equipment failures and improve reliability and safety. This role, within the Electric Transmission Organization, ensures safety, performs root cause analyses, maintains lab facilities, and generates comprehensive reports in collaboration with other departments.

Responsibilities include working with SMEs on tear-down processes, conducting thorough analyses, performing NDT techniques,

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with equipment SMEs to document tear-down processes and set analysis expectations.
• Identify root causes by visual inspection, data analysis, and diverse analytical techniques.
• Perform NDT techniques (magnetic-particle exams, eddy current, acoustic emission) with SMEs.
• Produce detailed reports outlining findings and recommended corrective actions.
• Ensure safety and compliance for all RCA activities and verify training completion.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and quality control for investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering Technology or related)

Associate's degree

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Excel

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

Dominion Energy has established an internal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Lab to employ advanced testing methodologies and expertise to deliver precise, data-driven insights into equipment failures. This initiative aims to improve reliability, customer satisfaction, and safety. As part of Dominion Energy’s Electric Transmission Organization, this role involves ensuring safety and compliance in lab activities, performing root cause analyses, maintaining laboratory facilities, and generating comprehensive reports. Lab personnel are also required to collaborate with other departments and stay informed about industry standards.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Collaborate closely with equipment subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop and document the process for equipment tear down and set clear analysis expectations for failed equipment.
• Partner with SMEs to identify the underlying causes of equipment failure by conducting thorough visual examinations, analyzing data, and utilizing a range of analytical techniques to determine the root cause.
• Perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, including magnetic-particle exams, eddy current testing, and acoustic emission testing, in coordination with equipment SMEs.
• Work with SMEs to produce detailed reports outlining analysis findings and recommending corrective actions to prevent future failures and enhance equipment reliability.
• Ensure that safety and compliance requirements are applied to all RCA activities in the laboratory, and verify that personnel performing RCA have completed all required training.
• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, maintenance, and quality control to share information, coordinate investigations, and ensure effective problem resolution.
• Deliver training programs for field organizations on safely engaging with de-energized equipment.
• Maintain laboratory facilities.
• Participate in industry forums such as IEEE, SEE, IEC, and engage in trade and industry organizations and benchmarking activities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors and educational institutions to foster collaborative efforts.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

This role is based in Dinwiddie or Innsbrook, VA and offers a hybrid schedule depending on business needs. Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 10+ years of directly related equipment experience with Bachelor's degree
• 12+ years of directly related equipment experience with Associate's degree
• 14+ years of directly related equipment experience with HS diploma/GED

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

• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, theories and practices
• Extensive mechanical and electrical knowledge, both substation equipment and facilities
• Shop equipment operation experience (drill press, grinder, bandsaw, etc.)
• 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 broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to serve as project team lead
• Strong oral and written communication skills (including technical writing)
• Strong personal computer skills
• In depth knowledge of various computer applications, with the ability to manipulate personal computer applications and perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g., Excel, etc.)
• Supplier relations management experience
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills

Preferred

• Experience operating electrical test equipment to include but not limited to Doble, Megger, TTR, DLRO, AC/DC Hi-pot, Winding Resistance, and SFRA
• Crane and rigging experience
• Forklift and manlift operation experience

Education Requirements

Preferred level of education: Bachelor

Degree equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred degree.

In order to be a titled Engineering Technical Specialist, you must meet one of the following criteria:

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

Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%

Energized Wires Up to 25%

Heat Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Radiation Up to 25%

Travel Up to 25%

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

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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