Engineering Technical Specialist I/II

Overview

Develop substation designs and cost estimates, support engineering packages and database integration.

Key Responsibilities

• database comparison
• cost estimating
• design drawings
• process improvement
• platform implementation
• data updates

Tasks

-Support engineers to assemble Conceptual Engineering Packages for projects. -Compare the Success Enterprise database with Sage database to make sure the data is transferred correctly. -Create project cost estimates using material and labor costing database. -Participate in site visits to collect data and support the construction group and/or asset owners. -Create and/or modify Substation physical design drawings for substation projects including the conceptual General Arrangements and one-line diagrams. -Substation project estimating process improvement support. -Support the implementation of the new estimating platform (Sage Estimating). -Create example estimates on Success Enterprise and Sage Estimating to make comparison between the two estimating platforms. -Make necessary updates to the database to improve accuracy and consistency.

Requirements

• autocad
• microstation
• microsoft office
• technical degree
• substation design
• analytical

What You Bring

-Strong drafting and design experience (AutoCAD and Microstation) required. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills. -Basic knowledge of the electric grid, substation components and their functions. -Planning and organizational skills. -4-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering or other technical related discipline; or -Basic knowledge of computers, keyboarding skills and the use of Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and applicable software programs. -Self-motivator who can work cooperatively in a team environment but is comfortable independently seeking knowledge and information. -Effective decision-making skills. -Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems. -Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices. -Strong time management skills with an ability to independently plan and organize work assignments. -Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks. -Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred degree. -Basic understanding of the Substation design principles and practices for major substation equipment, transmission lines and distribution feeder configurations. -4-year Engineering Technology degree or 4-year degree in Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or -Ability to read, interpret, and modify Substation one-line diagrams, General Arrangement plan and elevation drawings. -4-year non-technical degree and post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or

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About Dominion Energy

-Born from early 20th‑century power and transit companies, it grew into a modern U.S. energy provider. -Championed projects such as the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind farm—one of the first large-scale offshore wind efforts in federal waters. -Developed utility‑scale solar farms like the 5 MW Somers Solar Center in Connecticut. -Typical projects include electricity distribution upgrades, natural gas storage facilities, and renewable energy buildouts. -Has steered high-profile infrastructure shifts—e.g., canceling coal/natural gas pipeline builds and redirecting to clean‑energy investments.

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