Engineer I - Secondary Systems
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy. Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!
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This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Dominion Energy is currently seeking an entry-level engineer for the Balance of Plant Systems Group at the Millstone Power Station in Waterford, CT.
The primary area of focus will be that of an auxiliary systems engineer in support of an operating nuclear power plant.
Systems for which the candidate may be responsible include Condensate, Feedwater, Feedwater Heating, Condensate Polishing, Condenser and support systems.
Specific duties include the development and implementation of system trending and monitoring plans to ensure system health, development of short and long term plans to maintain and improve system reliability, as well as the development and review of engineering technical evaluations and calculations supporting system operation.
Additional duties include providing support of system functional performance testing as well as both planned and emergent maintenance.
Individual may also be required to support the thermal performance engineer.
Candidates will be expected to either have or develop familiarity with their assigned area of responsibility. Training will be provided to advance the candidate’s current knowledge and skills in their assigned area, as well as nuclear power plant operation.
Performs engineering calculations, analysis, research and design; under direction of supervisor or work leader, performs routine assignments designed to develop professional engineering work knowledge, gain familiarity with techniques, approaches, practices and the nature of engineering systems, equipment, etc. and to develop the ability to apply fundamental engineering principles and techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out sequence of related engineering tasks.
Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
0-2 years of engineering experience
2 years of engineering experience is preferred but not required
Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals and theory; Oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing); Effective decision making skills; Computer skills and application of software programs; Analytical and abstract thinking skills; Problem solving skills; Ability to learn to apply engineering theories and concepts to complex problems; Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices; Ability to develop effective planning, project and organization skills; Ability to develop project management skills and to handle multiple tasks; Ability to work within a team environment.
(A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.)
(A Master's Degree will count as one year towards the years of experience.)
The company is actively seeking United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications outlined above.
For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met:
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited engineering program based on the year that the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or
Possess a 4-year engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program and a postgraduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Possess a 4-year degree in Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same engineering discipline is ABET accredited based on the year the engineering program was accredited by ABET, or
Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.
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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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