Military Fellowship (SkillBridge) - Electric Distribution Customer Projects Designer (Virginia)

MILITARY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Dominion Energy’s Military Fellowship Program is a Department of Defense SkillBridge approved program.  Fellowship opportunities are aligned with our long-term workforce needs and provide transitioning servicemembers with meaningful, hands-on experience that may lead to full-time employment upon separation from the military.

Fellowship durations may vary and can extend up to 180 days, based on mutual agreement between the selected servicemember and their military command.

Servicemember Requirements

To enroll in a corporate internship while still on active duty, the servicemember must be able to meet eligibility compliance and receive command approval.  Once an internship offer has been extended, the servicemember may proceed in routing a completed program application for command awareness and approval.  The internship cannot commence until you are 180 days or less from your separation date (i.e., EAOS, EAS).

Have met all instructional criteria outlined in DODI 1322.29, and relevant Service instructions

Obtain command approval to participate (i.e., signature required on Intern Application)

Provide final notification of command approval to the Employer

Job Summary

DOMINION ENERGY’S ELECTRIC BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Responsible for the oversite and management of all electric power systems, infrastructure, planning and operational requirements for the organization, including the transmission and distribution for commercial and residential customers.

• Constructs and maintains transmission and distribution facilities, lines, equipment and structures in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Ensures adequate supply to meet demand needs based on forecasting and planning models.
• Ensures equipment performs reliably and at an optimum level through effective implementation of corrective, preventive and predictive programs and procedures.

Electric Distribution Customer Projects Designer

Electric Distribution Design develops construction working drawings and instructional standards, material and tool specifications, and acceptable suppliers lists. Directs or performs the research, testing, and technical work necessary for developing design specifications and material lists.

Key Responsibilities

• This customer-oriented role, engineers technical electric distribution solutions by applying principals to account for equipment and labor, and project manages approximately 50-100 projects from inception to completion.
• Projects include, but are not limited to new construction, maintenance, and relocation of electric distribution facilities.
• Communicates company policy and procedures, electric service requirements, and project schedules and status to internal and external customers.
• Designers represent the Company throughout the design process as the assigned point of contact for the customer.
• Participates in the 2-year electric distribution designer training program and is evaluated through class participation, practical field experiences, and continuous advisory reviews.
• Inspects project sites, designates facility placement, determines metering requirements, and prepares service agreements and detailed drawings utilizing Arc-FM, Auto-Cad, or other tools as appropriate.
• Analyzes electrical load data and performs calculations to determine size and location of electric distribution facilities based on engineering standards, existing or proposed easements, Right-of-Way permits and operational needs and requirements.
• Utilizes work management system to prepare cost estimates based on design of new construction or modification of existing facilities.
• Coordinates installation/relocation of other utilities (i.e. cable television, phone, etc).
• Prepares underground agreements, billing authorities, revenue calculations, negotiates and secures Right-of-Way permits, environmental permits, easement agreements and highway/railroad permits.
• Reconciles construction field adjustments (as-builts) to ensure mapping accuracy in the Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Identifies safety issues - checks equipment and work area regularly to ensure safety and compliance; identifies hazards and improvements that could prevent safety problems; evaluates impact of decisions and actions on own and others' safety.
• Assists in storm restoration processes by driving, patrolling, scouting damage locations and digitally obtaining information.
• Assists in customer issue resolutions and regulatory inquiries.

 
If converted to full-time, the Customer Projects Designer role involves a three-year commitment. This includes a comprehensive two-year training program followed by one year of field experience. Performance throughout the program will be assessed through written evaluations, hands-on field practice reviews, and feedback from instructors and leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Eligible Military servicemembers with the appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined in the “Education Section” is required.

Customer Project Designer I (Minimum Requirements):

• 0 - 2+ years directly related experience;
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and mainframe and personal computer;
• 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: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive

Education Requirements

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

Associates Degree

Preferred Disciplines:  Business, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Liberal Arts

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Notary Public; Must complete Projects Designer Development Program; Valid state driver's license

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Customer Projects Designer Virtual Job Tryout administered online.  The assessment is untimed, but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.