Engineer I - VT College FairDate: Feb 5, 2025Location: GLEN ALLEN, VA, US, 23060Company: Dominion EnergyDominion 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 E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.Job SummaryThis is an entry level position within a multi-series engineering job role (Engineer I, II, III) in the Overhead Transmission Lines Engineering Department. The departments primary responsibility is the design, development, and implementation of high voltage (69kV – 500kV) overhead transmission lines. Candidates should be able to learn and apply engineering standards, principles, and best practices to design new overhead transmission lines. Applicants must be able to manage various components of complex projects and perform engineering functions to meet project cost and schedule requirements.Duties and Responsibilities:Perform the 3D modeling & design of high voltage overhead transmission lines utilizing PLS CADD software. This may also include the modeling of steel pole or tower structures in PLS Pole/Tower software.Perform deep foundation design for transmission structures in a variety of geotechnical conditions.Provide detail design packages for high voltage transmission line projects. This will include, but not limited to, building new lines, re-building and modifying existing facilities, fiber optic installations, and customer relocations.Provide construction specification packages, including material requirements for transmission line projects.Support projects starting at the detail design phase, all the way through construction to energization. This may include participating in on-site project visits with the selected contractor and Dominion Energy construction personnel.Interface with other departments within Dominion Energy, such as Project Management, Construction, Supply Chain, Permitting & Route Selection, Real Estate, Right-of-Way Administration, and Transmission Operations and Maintenance.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
0 - 2 years of engineering experience
EIT Designation preferred, but not required
Knowledge of engineering theories, principles, standards, codes, concepts, and their application to problem solving.
Has a basic understanding of:
Statics and structural loading theories and principles
Geotechnical theories and principles (Knowledge of deep foundation design is a plus)
Geometric design and creating alignments
Strong computer and software skills. Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation software is preferred. Experience with PLS-CADD is a plus.
Self-motivator who can work cooperatively in a team environment, but is comfortable independently seeking knowledge and information
Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with project teams, customers, other utilities, and government agencies.
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and prioritize work based on customer need
Education RequirementsRequired degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):BachelorRequired discipline(s): Engineering, Civil Engineering is preferredREQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA: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, orPossess 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, orPossess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technologyand 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, orHolds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.Licenses, Certifications, or Quals DescriptionWorking ConditionsCold Up to 25%Energized Wires Up to 25%Heat Up to 25%Loud Noise Up to 25%Office Work Environment 76 -100%Operating Machinery Up to 25%Radiation Up to 25%Travel Up to 25%Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%Other Working ConditionsTest DescriptionNo Testing RequiredExport ControlCertain 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 InformationWe 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 hereDominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.Nearest Major Market: RichmondJob Segment: Testing, Real Estate, High Voltage, Construction, Transmission Line, Technology, Sales, Energy, Engineering