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Dominion Energy

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

System Protection Technician T1/T2 - NOVA Region

Power Systems EngineeringUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeWoodbridge, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • System Protection Technician T1 requires 0–1 years of relevant experience and the required education stated in the posting.
  • System Protection Technician T1 candidates should have a basic understanding of substation equipment and protection system components.
  • System Protection Technician T1 candidates should know how to test electromechanical-based relays, understand microprocessor-based relay technology including logic diagrams and variable equations, and know IEEE device numbers.
  • System Protection Technician T1 candidates should have organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and computer knowledge.
  • System Protection Technician T1 candidates should be able to use handheld multimeters, navigate control drawings, schematics, and equipment nameplates, and recognize electrical hazards.
  • System Protection Technician T2 requires 1–2 years of directly related experience and the required education stated in the posting.
  • System Protection Technician T2 candidates must have successfully completed steps 1 and 2 of the System Protection Development Program, or have an equivalent combination of directly related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • System Protection Technician T2 candidates should understand substation equipment and protection system components.
  • System Protection Technician T2 candidates should know company commissioning practices, maintenance work practices, acceptance testing criteria, and associated communications systems.
  • System Protection Technician T2 candidates should have organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and computer proficiency.
  • The minimum education pathway requires an Associate’s degree or Advanced Post Secondary diploma by December 2026 in a listed or comparable discipline.
  • As an alternative education pathway, candidates may qualify with five years of military experience, including at least one year of military technical training or education in electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, basic electrical principles and calculations, Ohm’s Law, fault isolation, and multimeter applications.
  • Individuals in this role must meet the 290-pound weight restriction due to equipment weight limits.
  • Individuals must live approximately one hour from the designated work location due to after-hours call-out response.

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside senior team members to gain practical experience.
  • Prepare for and participate in Pre-Job Briefs to identify hazards and critical tasks.
  • Assist with installation and commissioning of protection and control equipment.
  • Verify the functionality and communication of protection assets during installation.
  • Contribute to verification of station alarms.
  • Participate in acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices.
  • Assist with inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of protective relays and associated protection components.
  • Maintain and test protection systems within defined maintenance intervals to address regulatory requirements and system reliability.
  • Participate in electromechanical and microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting activities.
  • Complete compliance paperwork and supporting documentation.
  • Apply cybersecurity controls according to company standards.
  • Support the ET organization on site during nuclear outages as needed.
  • Apply electrical clearance boundaries (tagout) and Human Performance work zone strategies.
  • Coordinate with project stakeholders during construction activities to ensure successful project completion.
  • Confirm primary equipment operates according to manufacturer design specifications.
  • Independently conduct acceptance testing of voltage and current sensing devices.
  • Verify engineering protective relay setpoints and logic equations.
  • Assist with installation of network-based protection schemes and other schemes using new technologies.
  • Perform maintenance activities to ensure system reliability and regulatory compliance.
  • Perform electromechanical and microprocessor relay repair and troubleshooting with minimal guidance.

Desired Qualifications

  • The education section lists Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology, and Mechatronic Technology as preferred disciplines; comparable disciplines may be substituted.
  • The requisition also targets candidates interested in supporting laboratory-based system protection activities, including testing, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and documentation.

About the Company

Dominion Energy

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

Dominion Energy is a regulated utility that supplies electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across eight states, with a focus on Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Its generation mix includes nuclear, solar, coal, natural gas, and hydro, supporting a reliable and affordable energy supply while adding cleaner sources over time. The company operates under public regulation, differentiating itself through a diversified energy portfolio and a focus on reliability, price stability, and a gradual shift toward cleaner energy via renewables and extended nuclear licenses. Its goal is to deliver dependable energy at reasonable prices while expanding capacity and advancing cleaner energy in the future.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Founded
1983

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