Graduate Intern - ET Planning
Date: Sep 11, 2023
Location: GLEN ALLEN, VA, US, 23060
Company: Dominion Energy
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Job Summary
Dominion Energy is seeking summer a graduate intern to be a part of the Electric Transmission Planning Team. This position will provide technical support to the transmission planners and the transmission modeling group. Candidates should have a strong electrical engineering background and possess strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices, preferably in electric power systems. A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as PSS\E, Python, Power Gem’s TARA software, Aspen One-Liner, etc., is also preferred.
Responsibilities include:
- Power system modeling and analysis: Steady state and dynamic power flow analysis
- Assisting in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of computer-based tools for the Electric Transmission Planning team
- Data mining and data analytics
- Power system network model validation, merging, and management. Development of detailed substation models
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
- General understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, including an understanding of three-phase power systems
- General knowledge and understanding of substation components and their functions
- Ability to read and interpret substation and transmission operating one-line diagrams, and relay functional drawings
- General understanding of the protection principles and practices for transmission lines, distribution feeders, and major substation equipment
- A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as PSS\E, Python, Power Gem’s TARA software, Aspen One-Liner, etc., is preferred
- Self-motivator who has the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, but is comfortable independently seeking knowledge and information
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and be accepted to and working on a master’s or Ph.D. degree in engineering (preferred fields include electrical engineering with a concentration in power systems, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering with a focus on energy systems) from an ABET accredited Engineering program at a four year or post-graduate college or university.
Education Requirements
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and be accepted to and working on a master’s or Ph.D. degree in engineering (preferred fields include electrical engineering with a concentration in power systems, computer engineering, or mechanical engineering with a focus on energy systems) from an ABET accredited Engineering program at a four year or post-graduate college or university.
- Candidates must have a 3.2 minimum GPA.
- Students must have a graduation date of Winter 2024 or later
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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 and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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