Intern - Grid Resiliency Engineer

Dominion Energy; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dominion Energy invites a Grid Resiliency Engineer Intern to support its Grid Resiliency organization with engineering, analytical, and project support for Voltage Optimization and Grid Transformation programs.

You will gain hands-on experience applying engineering principles, data analytics, and electric distribution system knowledge to improve reliability and energy efficiency across the distribution network.

Qualifications

• Assist engineers in analyzing AMI voltage data to identify voltage optimization opportunities and system performance issues.
• Support engineering evaluations related to voltage regulation, voltage quality, load balancing, conductor loading, transformer performance, and distribution system operation.
• Assist with project scoping activities for Voltage Optimization Enablement projects, including data gathering, engineering calculations, and development of project documentation.
• Support analysis using engineering and business systems such as EDGE, PI, GIS, Power BI, Synergi, and other utility applications.
• Help develop dashboards, reports, and presentations used to communicate Grid Transformation program performance and progress.
• Assist with tracking program metrics, project milestones, energy savings performance, and operational results.
• Support financial reporting efforts by helping collect and organize project cost, budget, and forecasting information.
• Participate in the review of system data and engineering models used to identify potential reliability and voltage improvement projects.
• Assist with preparing technical reports, presentations, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, technical coordinators, contractors, and operations personnel to support project execution activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to data quality, reporting, and engineering processes.
• Perform other engineering and analytical assignments as requested.

Responsibilities

• Analyze distribution system data to identify voltage optimization opportunities.
• Support evaluations related to voltage regulation and load balancing.
• Develop project documentation and scoping for VO Enablement projects.
• Create dashboards and reports to communicate Grid Transformation progress.
• Assist with metrics tracking, cost data collection, and forecasting information.
• Prepare technical reports and process documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, coordinators, contractors, and operations staff on project execution.
• Participate in data quality and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

AMI data analysis

Voltage regulation

Data gathering

Project scoping

Dashboard development

Power BI

EDGE

PI

GIS

Synergi

Engineering calculations

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering

Graduation Spring 2028 or later

GPA 3.0+

Tools

EDGE

PI

GIS

Power BI

Synergi

Job description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

The Grid Resiliency Engineer Intern will support Dominion Energy's Grid Resiliency organization with engineering, analytical, and project support activities associated with Voltage Optimization (VO) and related Grid Transformation programs.

This position offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience applying engineering principles, data analytics, and electric distribution system knowledge to improve reliability, resiliency, operational performance, and energy efficiency across the distribution network.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers and program managers, the intern will assist with the analysis of distribution system data, identification of voltage‑related opportunities, project development activities, and performance reporting.

The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering, operations, planning, financial, and business intelligence teams to support the execution and tracking of Grid Transformation initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Assist engineers in analyzing Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) voltage data to identify voltage optimization opportunities and system performance issues.
• Support engineering evaluations related to voltage regulation, voltage quality, load balancing, conductor loading, transformer performance, and distribution system operation.
• Assist with project scoping activities for Voltage Optimization Enablement projects, including data gathering, engineering calculations, and development of project documentation.
• Support analysis using engineering and business systems such as EDGE, PI, GIS, Power BI, Synergi, and other utility applications.
• Help develop dashboards, reports, and presentations used to communicate Grid Transformation program performance and progress.
• Assist with tracking program metrics, project milestones, energy savings performance, and operational results.
• Support financial reporting efforts by helping collect and organize project cost, budget, and forecasting information.
• Participate in the review of system data and engineering models used to identify potential reliability and voltage improvement projects.
• Assist with preparing technical reports, presentations, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, technical coordinators, contractors, and operations personnel to support project execution activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to data quality, reporting, and engineering processes.
• Perform other engineering and analytical assignments as requested.

Learning Opportunities

The Intern Will Gain Exposure To

• Electric utility distribution systems.
• Grid Resiliency and Grid Transformation programs.
• Voltage Optimization and Conservation Voltage Reduction concepts.
• Distribution system modeling and analysis.
• Engineering project development and scoping.
• Utility performance measurement and KPI reporting.
• Financial and project management processes.
• Business intelligence and data visualization tools.
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, planning, and finance organizations.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Interest in electric utility operations, power systems, engineering analytics, or grid modernization initiatives.
• Ability to organize and analyze large datasets.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Power BI, SQL, GIS, Python, data visualization tools, or engineering analysis software is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new technologies and engineering concepts

Education Requirements

• Must be working towards a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited college or university.
• Must have a graduation date of Spring 2028 or later.
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in power systems, data analytics, engineering economics, statistics, programming, or project management.
• Experience with engineering design projects, academic research, or technical team projects.
• Familiarity with data analysis, dashboard development, or electric utility concepts.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic, professional, or extracurricular activities.

Working Conditions

• Cold Up to 25%
• Energized Wires Up to 25%
• Heat Up to 25%
• Office Work Environment 76 -100%

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.

Hourly Rate

$23.00 - $34.00

What You'll Get

• 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.