Intern - Engineer I - North Anna

Date: Sep 18, 2023

Location: MINERAL, VA, US, 23117

Company: Dominion Energy

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!

To learn more about Dominion Energy’s workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to DE&I, please see ourand.

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Job Summary

This position will be an In Person internship located at North Anna Power Station, Mineral, VA.

Entry level position providing engineering support in designated company area, or specific engineering discipline. 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 and equipment. The position provides support of the Electric Transmission group with focus on the programmatic functions associated with operating and maintaining a Nuclear Power Station.

• Interface will Electric Transmission and Nuclear site Engineering via conference calls, emails, and in-person meetings.

• Provides station and switchyard technical support to the generation plant for high voltage transmission and distribution equipment.

• Help to ensure work orders, work scheduling, Plant Issues, and Root Cause / Apparent Cause Evaluations.

• Support Electrical Equipment and System Protection Technicians in substation inspections and field work activities.

• Collaborate with Nuclear Engineering personnel to support electric power systems, component, and design functions.

• Coordinate with Outage & Planning Dept. to ensure departmental work activities are scheduled via the Nuclear Workflow Management process.

• Ability to develop effective planning, project and organizational skills

• Ensure appropriate maintenance activities, applications, policies and associated documentation are managed and maintained IAW with Electric Transmission and Nuclear standards.

• Infrared scans

• Basic instrument check out and repair

• Basic HV diagnostic testing

• Relay testing

• Functional testing

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Basic knowledge of Engineering concepts, fundamentals, and theory.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

• Proficient Technical writing.

• High level of organization.

• Self-motivated individual, with a want to learn.

• Due to weight limits on equipment, weight restriction of 290 pounds applies.

Education Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing a 4-year ABET accredited Bachelor degree in Engineering with a focus in Electrical or Power Systems.

• Candidates must hold a minimum GPA of 2.5

• Must have an anticipated graduation date of spring 2025 or later

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

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Other Information

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

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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