Intern - Renewable Engineering

Dominion Energy; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is offering an engineering internship within the Power Generation Renewable Energy group in Virginia. The role provides direct support to the solar fleet of 2,500+ MW across multiple states, using engineering fundamentals to analyze site performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Candidates should verify results, prepare technical writings and presentations, and may travel to solar sites to learn the role and aid troubleshooting.

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.

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

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

Job Summary

This engineering internship position will provide direct support to the Dominion Energy Power Generation Renewable Energy group.

This group manages Dominion’s entire solar fleet totaling more than 2,500 megawatts in 10 states. This position utilizes engineering fundamentals to analyze site performance and identify opportunities across our fleet to improve production.

Candidates should be accustomed to verifying their results and producing high quality work within a short timeframe. In addition to engineering analyses, some of the assignments may require technical writing, preparing presentations and speaking in front of other employees and leaders.

It will be necessary to periodically work outside and visit solar sites to initially learn the role and support the technical staff in troubleshooting problems.

Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• - Solid engineering skills commensurate with grade level.
• - Understanding of fundamental theories and principles.
• - Good understanding or ability to learn various computer application skills including Microsoft Office products, Tableau, Alteryx and PI systems
• - Strong oral, interpersonal and written communication skills including technical writing.
• - Self-motivator who is comfortable with working independently but also has the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• - Strong time management and organizational skills.
• - Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
• - Comfortable with learning how to interpret technical literature such as national codes, regulations and policies.
• - Comfortable with updating technical standards and material specifications.
• - Good professional ethics.
• - Valid driver's license.

Education Requirements

• - Enrolled in a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited engineering program based on the year that the engineering program was accredited by ABET.
• - Students should have a graduation date of spring 2028 or later.
• - Must have a 2.5 GPA or greater.
• - Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Test Description

No Testing Required
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What You'll Get

Hourly Rate:

$23.00 - $29.00

The hourly rate listed is the rate we anticipate paying for this position. If a range is listed, the actual hourly rate offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's degree type, academic major, and/or school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).

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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