Intern - Engineer - Electric Distribution Grid Planning (Richmond, VA)
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Job Summary
This position is an engineering intern role that will work with existing Electric Distribution Grid Planners and field operations to develop solutions to Distribution Load and Reliability problems. This will be accomplished using our Synergi distribution modeling software and our TRSi customer outage program platform. The candidate will evaluate AMI metering data and outage performance data to help develop appropriate solutions to improve the architecture of the system, thus helping to mitigate overload conditions and enhance reliability. They will have the opportunity to interact with our system modeling team, the distribution design team, the regional operating center, and local field operations. This is an important role to the Grid Planning organization and our business, because it lays out the ground work for the distribution system and it supports the reliable delivery of energy to our customers.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Pursuing a 4-year ABET Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related. Electrical Engineering preferred.
Must be a (rising junior) 2027, (rising sophomore) 2028
Min of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Experience with Microsoft Office products is desired.
Must be able to follow instructions and be a team player.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Solid engineering skills, commensurate with grade level.
Good communication skills, technical writing skills, and computer skills.
An inquisitive nature, an ability to follow written and verbal directions, and strong professional ethics.
Education Requirements
Major:
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related.
Electrical Engineering preferred.
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027 or later. Preferred 2027 or 2028.
GPA Requirements (Min): 2.5
Test Description
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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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