Substation Physical Engineering - Associate/Eng./ Sr. Eng. /Staff Eng. or Eng. Tech. Spec II/III

Dominion Energy; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule (3-2)

Job summary

Dominion Energy Virginia seeks an experienced engineer/technical specialist to join our Electric Transmission - Substation Engineering team. You will help design substations for 69 kV to 500 kV, and support greenfield, brownfield and interconnection projects.

Responsibilities include creating and reviewing one-line diagrams, layouts, and BOMs; applying engineering standards; and collaborating with grading, structures, and bus design.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• Possession of a U.S. Professional Engineer license is preferred.
• For Specialist roles, a technical degree with relevant experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed design and construction review for substations.
• Maintain and create drawings for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Review substation documents: one-line diagrams, elevations, conduit plans, BOMs.
• Collaborate with grading, steel structures and bus design.
• Support site visits and use modeling tools (AutoCAD/MicroStation).

Skills

Substation design

One-line diagrams

AutoCAD/MicroStation

Project management

Engineering standards

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer license

Non-ABET degree with post-grad in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Autodesk Inventor

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. Review the position below.

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

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 Virginia is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer/technical specialist to join our Electric Transmission - Substation Engineering department! As a member of the physical design team you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our high-voltage electric grid, which operates from 69 kV to 500 kV. This opportunity will be involved with greenfield and brownfield projects, data center related projects, and renewable generation interconnect projects, to name a few. The successful candidate will be able to satisfy the following:

Motivated and Engaged Engineer : We’re seeking someone who is passionate about their work, eager to innovate, and ready to contribute to our dynamic team.

Responsibilities : You’ll be involved in the development of detailed design and construction review. Your focus will be on the physical design of electrical substations, both for new construction and upgrades to existing facilities.

Engineering Expertise : You’ll apply your expertise in substation physical design, including creating and maintaining standard drawings for electrical, mechanical, and control systems. This includes developing engineering packages, performing calculations, conducting analysis, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Independence and Adaptability : You’ll exercise independent judgment, evaluating and selecting engineering techniques and criteria. You’ll also adapt to moderately complex challenges, making necessary modifications to achieve optimal results.

Document Review and Collaboration : You’ll prepare and review critical substation documents, such as one-line diagrams, general arrangements, elevations, conduit and foundation plans, cable schedules, ground grid plans, and bills of materials. Collaboration with other disciplines, including grading plan development, steel structures, and bus design, will be essential.

Site Visits and Modeling : Engage in site visits to support construction activities. Additionally, experience with modeling tools (preferably AutoCAD and/or Microstation). Experience in 3D Design or Autodesk Inventor will be advantageous.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• - Associate Engineer - 0-2 years of experience Substation Physical Engineering or demonstrated equivalent.
• - Engineer - 2+ years of experience Substation Physical Engineering or demonstrated equivalent.
• - Sr. Engineer - 5+ years of experience Substation Physical Engineering or demonstrated equivalent.
• - Staff Engineer - 8+ years of experience Substation Physical Engineering or demonstrated equivalent.
• - Engineering Technical Specialist II - 2+ years of relevant work experience in a technical role with a preferred bachelor’s degree (Or 5 years of relevant work experience in a technical role with an associate degree)
• - Engineering Technical Specialist III - 5+ years of relevant work experience in a technical role with a preferred bachelor’s degree (Or 7 years of relevant work experience in a technical role with an associate degree)
• - Experience with Electric Utility preferred
• - Thorough understanding of the principles and practices for transmission lines, distribution feeders, and major substation components.
• - Ability to read, interpret, and verify accuracy of one-line diagrams
• - Knowledge of MicroStation and / or AutoCAD
• - Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals
• - Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives
• - Planning, organizational and project management skills
• - Effective decision-making skills
• - Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing)
• - Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• - Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices
• - Equally effective working independently or in a team environment
• - Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

Education Requirements

REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA:

• - For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:
• - Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program based on the year that the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
• - Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own Engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or Possess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
• - Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.

For Engineering Technical Specialist II or III: Preferred Bachelor's 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); 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

Note: Dominion Energy minimum experience and education requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

For Nuclear employees, this ANSI standard must be met, all of which is met or exceeded in the Engineer series job summaries with the exception of the Nuclear Power experience requirement of at least 1 year:

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.6.1 Education requirements: Baccalaureate or associate degree in engineering or related science. Minimum experience for the position: Related experience which shall include 2 years; Nuclear power plant experience to include 1 year.

Working Conditions

• Cold 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%
• Office Work Environment 76 -100% Outdoors Up to 25%
• Pressurized Lines & Valves Up to 25%
• Radiation Up to 25%
• Travel Up to 25%

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:

Associate Engineer: $73200 - $95000

Engineer: $81900 - $106400

Sr Engineer: $90900 - $118100

Staff Engineer: $102300 - $132800

Engineering technical Specialist II: $73200 - $95000

Engineering technical Specialist III: $90900 - $118100

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.

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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