Intern - Grid Resiliency Engineer
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Job Summary
The Grid Resiliency Engineer Intern will support Dominion Energy's Grid Resiliency organization with engineering, analytical, and project support activities associated with Voltage Optimization (VO) and related Grid Transformation programs. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience applying engineering principles, data analytics, and electric distribution system knowledge to improve reliability, resiliency, operational performance, and energy efficiency across the distribution network.
Working under the guidance of experienced engineers and program managers, the intern will assist with the analysis of distribution system data, identification of voltage-related opportunities, project development activities, and performance reporting. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering, operations, planning, financial, and business intelligence teams to support the execution and tracking of Grid Transformation initiatives.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
- Assist engineers in analyzing Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) voltage data to identify voltage optimization opportunities and system performance issues.
- Support engineering evaluations related to voltage regulation, voltage quality, load balancing, conductor loading, transformer performance, and distribution system operation.
- Assist with project scoping activities for Voltage Optimization Enablement projects, including data gathering, engineering calculations, and development of project documentation.
- Support analysis using engineering and business systems such as EDGE, PI, GIS, Power BI, Synergi, and other utility applications.
- Help develop dashboards, reports, and presentations used to communicate Grid Transformation program performance and progress.
- Assist with tracking program metrics, project milestones, energy savings performance, and operational results.
- Support financial reporting efforts by helping collect and organize project cost, budget, and forecasting information.
- Participate in the review of system data and engineering models used to identify potential reliability and voltage improvement projects.
- Assist with preparing technical reports, presentations, and process documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers, technical coordinators, contractors, and operations personnel to support project execution activities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to data quality, reporting, and engineering processes.
- Perform other engineering and analytical assignments as requested.
Learning Opportunities
The intern will gain exposure to:
- Electric utility distribution systems.
- Grid Resiliency and Grid Transformation programs.
- Voltage Optimization and Conservation Voltage Reduction concepts.
- Distribution system modeling and analysis.
- Engineering project development and scoping.
- Utility performance measurement and KPI reporting.
- Financial and project management processes.
- Business intelligence and data visualization tools.
- Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, planning, and finance organizations.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Interest in electric utility operations, power systems, engineering analytics, or grid modernization initiatives.
- Ability to organize and analyze large datasets.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with Power BI, SQL, GIS, Python, data visualization tools, or engineering analysis software is preferred but not required.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new technologies and engineering concepts
Education Requirements
- Must be working towards a Bachelor's or Master's Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college or university.
- Must have a graduation date of Spring 2028 or later.
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework in power systems, data analytics, engineering economics, statistics, programming, or project management.
- Experience with engineering design projects, academic research, or technical team projects.
- Familiarity with data analysis, dashboard development, or electric utility concepts.
- Demonstrated leadership through academic, professional, or extracurricular activities.
Working Conditions
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What You'll Get
Hourly Rate:
$23.00 - $34.00
The hourly rate listed is the rate we anticipate paying for this position. If a range is listed, the actual hourly rate offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's degree type, academic major, and/or school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).
At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. 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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