Co-Op Engineer - System Protection Engineering

 

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Job Summary

The Electric Transmission System Protection Engineering (SPE) department ensures power system security and reliability through consistent application of protective relay settings and data communication networks in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. System Protection Engineers develop settings for protective relays that detect and isolate electrical faults on the power system.

 

This cooperative education internship will be supporting one of the SPE teams.  Working with a mentor, the co-op student will learn the basic concepts of Dominion Energy’s electrical system and how it is protected.  During the co-op, the student will support the team by completing coordination studies, substation relay setting projects, and DER system impact studies, amongst other assignments. The coop student will be expected to learn and embrace Dominion’s corporate culture of safety, ethics, and inclusion.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Problem Solving: Aptitude for identifying issues and proposing effective engineering solutions.

Learning Agility: Ability to quickly grasp new concepts, tools, and technologies.

Attention to Detail: Precision in design, testing, and documentation.

Time Management: Capable of handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

Adaptability: Comfortable working in dynamic environments and adjusting to new challenges.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's: Electrical Engineering

Graduation Years: Spring 2027 or later

Minimum GPA: 3.0

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

  • Must be working towards a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program.

Test Description

No Testing Required

 

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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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