Engineer (Assoc to Staff) or Engineering Technical Specialist (I to III)

 

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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. 


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

 

Job Summary

Dominion Energy Virginia's Electric Transmission (ET) System Operations Center (SOC) is seeking a motivated Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist to support the Company's evolving Transmission grid. If hired, you will play a crucial role in supporting System Operations staff to ensure the smooth operation of our infrastructure on the Dominion Energy Bulk Electric System by:

 

• Collaborating with the Operations team and other departments to address and resolve inquiries related to real-time shift operations
• Assisting with integrating synchrophasors into real-time system operations by working with Dominion Energy's Wide Area Measurement System (WAMS) to identify new operational practices, policies, and procedures
• Assisting with operating guidance for transmission system protection schemes, operational policies, and procedures
• Creating automated tools to enhance shift operations and improve efficiencies
• Accessing and manipulating databases where operational process data is stored
• Using advanced computer programming skills to advance and streamline tools contributing to the overall success of the team
• Performing difficult and complex work requiring thorough knowledge of the subject matter
• Planning and conducting work requiring independent judgment

 

This position will be filled at the appropriate level in the series based on candidate's qualifications and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• 0-2+ years of relevant experience for Associate Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist I
• 2+ years of relevant experience for Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist II
• 5+ years of relevant experience for Senior Engineer or Engineering Technical Specialist III
• 8+ years of relevant experience for Staff Engineer

 

• Prior work experience as a transmission relay settings or circuit calculations engineer
• Understanding of the principles of transmission relay protection and experience with SEL relays
• Interest in and strong understanding of transmission system protection fundamentals
• Knowledge of inverter-based systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of electric power distribution equipment and electric/electronic instrumentation
• Understanding of Power System Generation, Operations, and Control
• Deep understanding of AC and DC fundamentals, including three-phase power systems
• Programming experience in Python, C++, Java, or C#
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills (including technical writing)
• Equally effective working independently or in team environment
• Proven decision-making skills
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks

 

Preferred:

• Prior work experience in an electric utility power plant
• Prior work experience working in a Transmission System Operating Center
• Experience using TARA for Power Flow and N-1 Contingency analysis
• Experience using PSSE for power system model building and power flow analysis
• Experience using the PSSE API
• Ability to break down complex engineering concepts for mass consumption

Education Requirements

Engineer Education: Bachelor's in Engineering required. Must meet one of the following criteria:

• 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 b