Customer Projects Designer I

At Dominion Energy we love our jobs.  That’s right.  Love.  Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate.  These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.  We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent?  Do you think differently?  Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!

 

Typical starting salary range: $55,500-$72,100

 

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. 

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

This position does not offer relocation assistance. 

 

Job Summary

Dominion Energy South Carolina is looking for a Customer Projects Designer I to join our team in the greater Columbia, SC area. While participating in the electric distribution designer training program and through practical field experiences, this role coordinates with internal and external customers for the design and installation of electric distribution facilities. Through the use of project management skills, this candidate will determine material needs, time and cost estimates, engineering calculations, technical designs, easement negotiations and acquisitions; will secure environmental permits and conduct customer meetings; coordinates with internal and external stakeholders for construction, maintenance and relocation of electric distribution facilities.

 

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyzes electrical load data and performs calculations to determine size and location of electric distribution facilities based on engineering standards, existing or proposed easements, Right-of-Way permits and operational needs and requirements.
• Inspects project sites, designates facility placement, determines metering requirements, and prepares service agreements and detailed drawings utilizing Arc-FM, Auto-Cad, or other tools as appropriate.
• Utilizes work management system to prepare cost estimates based on design of new construction or modification of existing facilities.
• Coordinates installation/relocation of other utilities (i.e. cable television, phone, etc).
• Prepares underground agreements, billing authorities, revenue calculations, etc.
• Determines tree-trimming requirements and initiates activity.
• Prepares, negotiates and secures Right-of-Way permits, environmental permits, easement agreements and highway/railroad permits.
• Communicates company policy and procedures, electric service requirements and project schedule to customers.
• Reconciles construction as-builts to ensure mapping accuracy in GIS.
• Assists in service restoration during outages.
• Identifies safety issues-Checks equipment and work area regularly to ensure safety and compliance; identifies hazards and improvements that could prevent safety problems; evaluates impact of decisions and actions on own and others' safety.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

 

This position will be located at one of our offices in the greater Columbia, SC area.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):

• 0 - 2+ years related experience
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and mainframe and personal computer;
• Skills:  verbal, written and interpersonal communication; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude;
• Abilities:  effectively interact with customers; teaming; detail oriented;
• Physical attributes to perform essential function: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:  Associates

Disciplines: Preferred: Business; Engineering; Engineering Technology; Liberal Arts
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

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