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Dominion Energy

Regulated utility delivering electricity and gas

Senior/Staff Engineer - Eng Tech Specialist III, Substation Conceptual

Power Systems EngineeringUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeGlen Allen, VA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Senior Engineer placement requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant substation engineering experience or demonstrated equivalent.
  • Staff Engineer placement requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant substation engineering experience or demonstrated equivalent.
  • Engineering Technical Specialist III placement requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant substation experience and demonstrated competencies in an applicable discipline.
  • Thorough understanding of substation components and their functions.
  • Firm understanding of physical design principles and practices for major substation equipment, transmission lines, and distribution feeder configurations.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and modify one-line diagrams and substation plan and elevation drawings.
  • Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
  • Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.
  • Planning, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment and independently seek knowledge and information.
  • Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong time management skills and ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
  • Effective decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Engineer placement requires a four-year degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program; alternatively, a qualifying four-year engineering degree accredited under the Washington Accord; a qualifying four-year degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Math, or Engineering Technology plus a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution whose undergraduate program in that discipline is ABET-accredited; or a current or former valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
  • Engineering Technical Specialist placement requires a four-year Engineering Technology degree or a four-year non-ABET-accredited Engineering degree; alternatively, a four-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering, or another technical-related discipline; a four-year non-technical degree plus a post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or non-ABET-accredited Engineering; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Must meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements; export controls may limit consideration of certain applicants.

Responsibilities

  • Perform conceptual design of electrical utility substations for new construction and upgrades.
  • Coordinate input from a multidisciplinary project team, including substation, system protection, planning, transmission line, distribution, construction, operations, civil/structural, permitting, and real estate, and define project scope.
  • Create or modify substation physical design drawings, including conceptual one-line diagrams and general arrangements.
  • Create project cost estimates using a material and labor costing database for the physical portion of projects, and update the database to improve accuracy and consistency.
  • Develop conceptual engineering scope and estimate packages for projects and support Project Managers in taking proposed projects through the approval process.
  • Facilitate transition of conceptual design to detailed engineering and implementation teams.
  • Provide technical expertise and team leadership as needed, and assist less experienced engineers and technicians in conceptual engineering, detailed engineering, and field work.
  • Participate in site visits to support the construction group and asset owners.
  • Represent the company at state and county commission applications and hearings and at community open houses.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation is preferred.
  • Engineer in Training license is preferred.
  • Professional Engineer license is a plus.

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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