Customer Projects Designer I / II / III - Columbia, SC Electric Distribution

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Job Summary

Dominion Energy South Carolina is looking for a Customer Projects Designer I, II, III to join our team in the Columbia, SC area. This is a full-time position supporting Electric Distribution Engineering. The position will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidates' education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

This role is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of electric distribution facilities in Dominion Energy’s electric service territories in the greater Columbia area. 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

Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):

Customer Projects Designer I

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.

Customer Projects Designer II 2 - 3+ years related experience;

Successful completion of the Customer Projects Designer Development Program or previous external experience demonstrating knowledge of fundamental overhead and commercial design.

Knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures.

Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude. Abilities: effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented.

Physical attributes to perform essential function of the job: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.

Demonstrated leadership ability.

Completion of NWLC T&D Modules 1-3 (not required if have an Associates degree)

Customer Projects Designer III 5+ years related experience;

Demonstrates leadership skills through training, mentoring and supporting less experienced personnel as well as appropriately interacting with other groups.

Successful completion of the Customer Projects Designer Development Program or previous external experience demonstrating knowledge of fundamental overhead and commercial design.

Strong knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures and mainframe and personal computer.

Skills: good written, verbal and interpersonal communication; math and technical aptitude. Time management and organization; project management; analytical. Abilities: adaptable to change, demonstrate initiative, effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented.

Physical attributes required to perform essential functions of the job: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.

Completion of NWLC T&D Modules 1-3 (not required if have an Associates degree) and Module 4 (required even have an Associates degree.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

High School Diploma/GED

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

- Be available to work after hours, scheduled overtime, and callout work

- Live within a 25-mile radius (or 30-minute drive) of the position’s service territory/work location

Working Conditions

Cold 51-75%

Office Work Environment 26-50%

Outdoors 51-75%

Heat 51-75%

Travel 51-75%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

Export Control

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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 partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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