Distribution Standards Material Engineer

Job Summary

 This posting has multiple positions available (Engineer/Senior Engineer/Staff Engineer).

 One position is for a material engineer for distribution automation and related padmount switches, padmount reclosers, also overhead reclosers and automation equipment including control relays and communication equipment necessary to connect to our control center. The position involves working directly with our vendors and supply chain team to set specifications, source and test new equipment and automation to be connected to our distribution system. We have a distribution system voltage that over 80% is 34.5 kv. We use a variety of manufacturers for these products and constantly evaluate the performance of our equipment and perform auditing of existing manufacturers and perform root cause analysis of failed equipment and make necessary changes as required. This position does require some field work and regular lab work when testing and evaluating materials.

One position is for a material engineer for underground cable accessories and associated connectors that are used throughout the distribution system. This position is also responsible for our manholes, vaults and conduit and splice boxes that are also used on our system. Since over 80% of our distribution system is 34.5 distribution voltage we use a variety of vendors for our products. This position is responsible for approval of new vendors and developing or revising the specifications for these materials to allow them to meet the necessary requirements to allow us to provide a safe and reliable operating system. Since underground equipment is prevelant throught the system and often fail, this position will spend some time in the field and lab evironments performing root cause analysis on failed equipment to allow them to work with vendors on necessary modifications.

These positions are for mid to upper level engineers and the preference is that they have some electrical utility or material experience in a related field. Both positions include travel to manufacturing plants and also utility group meetings as well as trade shows and conferences. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following: 

Engineer: 2+ years of related experience

Senior Engineer: 5+ years of related experience

Staff Engineer: 8+ years of experience

Knowledge and application of engineering theories and principles, concepts, and fundamentals; Requires developmental experience in a professional engineering position;   Competency in applying engineering principles, fundamental concepts, practices and procedures requiring some evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity to achieve project objectives;  Understands and can apply knowledge of configuration management;  Ability to perform engineering calculations using applicable software programs (e.g. Matlab, Excel, etc.); Planning, organizational and project management skills;   Ability to develop and exercise leadership skills;   Effective decision making skills; Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing);  Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems;  Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices; Equally effective working independently or in a team environment;  Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.

Nuclear employees: Must have at least one year of Nuclear power experience.

In unmanned systems, Engineers must have ability to hoist, lift, and maneuver equipment using proper safety techniques. Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and maintain awkward or restricted positions as tasks require. Ability to remain standing for prolonged periods and perform work while on their feet throughout the shift. Ability to enter, work within, and exit confined spaces in accordance with safety procedures and applicable regulations.

REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA:  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 degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), 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.

Education Requirements

Required Degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree):

Bachelor’s In Engineering

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Note: Dominion Energy minimum experience and education requirements may exceed stated ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

For Nuclear employees, this ANSI standard must be met, all of which is met or exceeded in the Engineer series job summaries with the exception of the Nuclear Power experience requirement of at least 1 year:

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.6.1 Education requirements: Baccalaureate or associate degree in engineering or related science. Minimum experience for the position: Related experience which shall include 2 years; Nuclear power plant experience to include 1 year.

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Position will involve working some in our root cause analysis lab that is located in our equipment repair facility. Safe operation of cutting and hand tools required

Test Description

No Testing