Dominion Energy · 1 day ago
Consulting Engineer - Substation Engineering
Glen Allen, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy. They are looking for experienced engineers to lead the design and implementation of Electric Transmission and Electric Distribution Substations projects, supporting the company's growth plans.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Support capital execution of projects as it relates to Substation design, materials, equipment. Lead the development of processes focusing on operations and engineering practices that drive strong reliability and performance
Lead the Substation project team towards establishment of technical qualifications and policies. Review the specifications of the equipment and ensure the equipment design are as per the Dominion requirement
Coordinate with different stakeholders and provide direct input to substation project plans. Collaborate with responsible groups and facilitate smooth transition of the design to implementation
Develop design requirements relating to the application of equipment in substations. Assist with interpretation and communication of company policies and procedures to internal stakeholders and external project support partners
Provide technical expertise and/or team leadership as needed. Develop trainings for engineers/partner groups and assist less experienced colleagues in planning, conceptual/detail engineering, and the field
Engage with manufacturers and suppliers (plant/factory visits, project site visits) and represent Substation Engineering department on new equipment and vendor evaluations
Engage in industry forums, and events (IEEE, SEE, CIGRE, etc.). Support the project team at state and county commissions hearings and community open houses
Facilitate Substation equipment specification and drawings review, co-ordinate with manufacturers and vendors to make sure they adhere to the company requirements
Review existing materials, components, and design standards for process improvements, cost savings, etc. Perform independent and/or collaborative research to find innovative and cost-effective engineering solution to operational problems
Serve as a management consultant on complex engineering problems and issues. Control technical, financial, and service commitments to internal and external customers
Qualification
Required
Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience (Utility Substations applications) or demonstrated equivalent
Thorough understanding and knowledge of substation components and their functions
Firm understanding of the substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment, transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations
In depth knowledge of engineering theories, principles, standards, codes, concepts, and their application
Ability to read, interpret, and modify one-line diagrams, Substation plan and elevation drawings
Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
Self-motivator who is equally effective working independently or who can work cooperatively in a team environment
Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks
Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments
Effective decision-making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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 body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or
Possess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license
Preferred
Some drafting experience preferred. Experience with AutoCAD or Microstation is a plus
Engineer in Training (EIT) license is preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus
Benefits
Health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
Vacation
Retirement plans
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
And much more
Company
Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy is committed to safely providing reliable, affordable and sustainable energy and to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.
10001+ employees
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