Dominion Energy

Senior/Staff Planning Engineer (Power Systems Studies Engineer)

LocationGlen Allen, VA

About This Job

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.


We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.


Job Summary

Dominion Energy's Power Delivery Group is seeking motivated and experienced Power Systems Studies Engineer(s) to be part of the Electric Transmission Planning Team. The successful candidate will mainly be responsible to conduct various power system studies including power flow & contingency analyses, short circuit, congestion & production-cost modeling, and transient stability to support the development of the PJM Regional Transmission Expansion Planning (RTEP) process. Primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Perform power system studies including power flow & contingency analyses, short circuit, congestion & production-cost modeling, and transient stability in accordance with NERC Reliability Standards, PJM Planning Criteria, and Dominion Energy Electric Transmission Planning Criteria.

Participate during competitive FERC Order 1000 open windows (Market Efficiency & Reliability) by conducting various power system studies and developing innovative and cost-effective transmission solutions.
Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.
Develop and maintain power flow and short circuit models required for the development of the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan.
Prepare reports and presentations to support activities of the Electric Transmission Planning Team.
Work collaboratively with PJM Planning, the Electric Transmission Planning Team, and the Electric Transmission Operations Engineering Teams to perform annual PJM RTEP assessments, generation interconnection and retirement analysis, and develop transmission solutions to address the system needs.
Provide support to other member of Electric Transmission Planning Team to solve complex engineering problems.
Assist in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of computer-based tools for the Electric Transmission Planning Team.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

There are multiple positions available which will be filled at the level commensurate with the successful candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.


Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Senior Engineer: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Staff Engineer: 8+ years of relevant engineering experience (An Engineering PhD can be substituted for up to 5 years’ experience based on research engineering work on related projects approved by executive leadership.)

Knowledge of power system analysis software packages such as PSSE, Power Gem's TARA software, PROMOD, Aspen One-Liner, Transmission Operations Energy Management System (EMS), etc., is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in power system studies (power flow, short circuit, congestion & production-cost modeling, and transient stability)
Experience writing scripts, macros, or code to develop tools to automate work processes is preferred.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions.
Understanding of the protection principles and practices for transmission lines, distribution feeders, and major substation equipment.
Self-motivator who can work cooperatively in a team environment but is comfortable independently seeking knowledge and information.
Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
Provides expert technical consultation to other engineers and management.
Strong technical and organizational leadership skills, including the ability to provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Candidates should have a strong electrical engineering background, preferably in electric power systems.


Education Requirements

Required degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):


Bachelor


Required discipline(s): Engineering

Preferred: Masters of Science in Engineering, Doctor of Science in Engineering


Preferred Discipline: Electrical Engineer; Power Systems


For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:


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


Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description


Working Conditions

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%


Energized Wires Up to 25%


Fumes Up to 25%


Heat Up to 25%


Loud Noise Up to 25%


Office Work Environment 76 -100%


Operating Machinery Up to 25%


Travel Up to 25%


Radiation Up to 25%


Other Working Conditions


Test Description


No Testing



Export Control


Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.



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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