Customer Projects Designer I - DESC Charleston Distribution

 

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Job Summary

Dominion Energy South Carolina has a Customer Projects Designer I position is available in the Charleston District. This position is responsible for planning, designing, and coordinating electric distribution work orders. Qualified applicants must have strong technical aptitude, possess basic computer skills and have the ability to learn the National Electric Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and electric operations.
 
This role is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of electric distribution facilities in Dominion Energy’s electric service territories within the Charleston District. Candidates in this role will:
•    Produce technical designs
•    Prepare detailed drawings and exhibits
•    Complete engineering calculations
•    Analyze electrical load data
•    Size equipment based on engineering standards and codes
•    Determine location of equipment and ensure safe access and clearance can be maintained
•    Secure necessary permits
•    Facilitate easement negotiations and acquisitions
•    Determine material needs
•    Assist in procurement of special order items
•    Estimate project costs and timelines
•    Calculate estimated revenue and non-standard costs for billing customers
•    Coordinate with internal and external customers and stakeholders
•    Communicate company policy and procedures and ensure compliance
•    Assist operations during construction
•    Inspect installed equipment to ensure code compliance
•    Identify safety issues and hazards
•    Recommend improvements to prevent safety issues
•    Evaluate impact of decisions and actions on own and other’s safety
•    Account for material
•    Monitor inventory, as-built drawings, ensure mapping accuracy in GIS
•    Assist in service restoration during outages
•    Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 0 - 2+ years related experience.
• Basic knowledge of electricity, electric distribution design, electric distribution operation, and use of a personal computer
• Skills and Abilities: problem-solving, decision-making, project management, time management, organization, verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, teamwork, attention to detail, and adaptability.
• 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.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Valid state driver's license

Working Conditions

Cold 51-75%Office Work Environment 26-50%Outdoors 51-75%Heat 51-75%Travel 51-75%

Other Working Conditions

 

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Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic