Customer Projects Designer I/II/III (SUFFOLK, VA)
Dominion Energy
Designs and manages electric distribution projects for customers, both field and office.
2 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
SUFFOLK, VA, US, 23434
Hybrid
Company Size
17,700+ Employees
Service Specialisms
Development
Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Role
What you would be doing
design engineering
load analysis
gis mapping
permit coordination
cost estimation
customer liaison
- Communicates company policy and procedures, electric service requirements, and project schedules and status to internal and external customers.
- Assists in customer issue resolutions and regulatory inquiries.
- Coordinates installation/relocation of other utilities (i.e. cable television, phone, etc).
- Prepares underground agreements, billing authorities, revenue calculations, negotiates and secures Right-of-Way permits, environmental permits, easement agreements and highway/railroad permits.
- This customer-oriented role, engineers technical electric distribution solutions by applying principals to account for equipment and labor, and project manages approximately 50-100 projects from inception to completion.
- Participates in the 2-year electric distribution designer training program and is evaluated through class participation, practical field experiences, and continuous advisory reviews.
- Analyzes electrical load data and performs calculations to determine size and location of electric distribution facilities based on engineering standards, existing or proposed easements, Right-of-Way permits and operational needs and requirements.
- Inspects project sites, designates facility placement, determines metering requirements, and prepares service agreements and detailed drawings utilizing Arc-FM, Auto-Cad, or other tools as appropriate.
- Designers represent the Company throughout the design process as the assigned point of contact for the customer.
- Reconciles construction field adjustments (as-builts) to ensure mapping accuracy in the Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Identifies safety issues - checks equipment and work area regularly to ensure safety and compliance; identifies hazards and improvements that could prevent safety problems; evaluates impact of decisions and actions on own and others' safety.
- Utilizes work management system to prepare cost estimates based on design of new construction or modification of existing facilities.
- Assists in storm restoration processes by driving, patrolling, scouting damage locations and digitally obtaining information.
What you bring
5+ years
design program
leadership
project management
distribution design
driver's license
- Physical attributes to perform essential function: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.
- 5+ years directly related experience
- Abilities: effectively interact with customers; teaming; detail oriented
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive
- Successful completion of the Customer Projects Designer Development Program or previous external experience demonstrating knowledge of fundamental overhead and commercial design;
- 2 - 3+ years directly related experience;
- Successful completion of the Customer Projects Designer Development Program (internal) or comparable development program (external) (preferred)
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude
- Physical attributes to perform essential function of the job: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.
- Candidates hired at the Customer Projects Designer II or Customer Projects Designer III levels are expected to work more complex design assignments while demonstrating strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
- Knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures and mainframe and personal computer
- Abilities: effectively interact with customers and team members; detail oriented;
- 0 - 2+ years directly related experience;
- Skills: verbal, written and interpersonal communication; time management and organization; project management; math and technical aptitude;
- Knowledge of distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures
- Basic knowledge of electric distribution design, electricity, company policies and procedures, and mainframe and personal computer;
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Interview process
- modern hire customer projects designer virtual job tryout (online assessment)
- no visa sponsorship or transfer is provided.
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Company
Overview
7+ million customers
Customer Reach
Serves over 7 million customers across multiple states.
- Committed to sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and expanding its renewable energy portfolio, including wind, solar, and battery storage projects.
- Operates a vast network of electric transmission and distribution lines and natural gas storage, transmission, and distribution pipelines.
- Supplies electricity to parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, and natural gas to regions in Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
- Dominion also operates generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
- It is vital to send every employee home safe and sound.
- Our reputation depends on ethical behavior.
- We pursue excellence in service to our customers every day.
- By welcoming new ideas, we champion innovation.
- Teamwork leads to strong, sustainable performance.
47% Reduction in CO2 emissions
Carbon Emissions Achieved
Significant decrease in carbon dioxide emissions from electric generation between 2005 and 2022.
2.6 gigawatts offshore wind farm
Renewable Energy Capacity
Largest offshore wind farm in the US, capable of powering over 660,000 homes.
- Aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
22.8% Women
Female Workforce Representation
Percentage of women in the company's workforce.
22.2% Minority
Minority Workforce Representation
Percentage of minority employees in the company's workforce.
36% Women Board
Women on the Diverse Board
Percentage of women on the company's Diverse Board of Directors as of March 27, 2023.
- Have active employee network groups focused on DEI topics.
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