Engineer (Associate -Staff) Solar Project Construction Team (Multiple Locations)

Engineer (Associate -Staff) Solar Project Construction Team (Multiple Locations)

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Job Summary

We are looking for 1 Engineer Position for South Boston Area and 1 Engineer Position for Richmond Area.

Dominion Energy is installing 1,000MWac of solar generating capacity per year. The Solar Project Construction Team manages the execution of solar projects from 1MW to 150+MW through Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) contracts. The group is organized into several sequential teams; Development, Diligence, Pre-Construction, Execution, and Close-Out. An Engineer is needed, and will be assigned to the Project Construction Team which oversees active solar construction, documentation turnover, contractor punchlist completion, permit closure, and EPC contract termination. This position will report to a Manager of Project Construction and will support construction of solar projects cradle to grave in either the South Boston or Richmond Area. The Engineer will manage specific aspects of the project as assigned by the leader, such as technical, construction, quality, cost, and schedule. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely and efficient delivery of project deliverables. Support construction of solar projects, including adherence to safety standards, ensuring environmental compliance, system turnover packages, system walkdowns, punch list management, coordination with operations, and system documentation. Provide regular/accurate reports on project status, milestones, risks, and issues to the project manager or leader and other relevant parties. Identify and implement opportunities for improvement and innovation in project management processes and practices. Contribute to the overall success of the project and carry out additional tasks as requested or given.

Job Duties:

• Supporting the solar project management team by managing specific portions of the project, particularly technical issues.

• Coordination with internal stakeholders including Site Owner’s Representatives, Operations, Project Controls, Technical Services, Business Development, Tax, Real Estate, Environmental, Safety, and Supply Chain.

• Coordination with external stakeholders, including counterparts in the EPC’s organization, permitting agencies, and Owners Engineers.

• Participating in status update meetings with EPC contractors and subcontractors.

• Overseeing and monitoring closeout progress, ensuring compliance with EPC contract requirements, technical specifications, and permitting requirements.

• Managing project RFI and NCR logs.

• Overseeing plant commissioning processes and participating in punchlist/turnover walkdowns with Solar Operations.

• Overseeing punch list completion, facilitating communication with operations, and reviewing contractor deliverables.

• Reviewing EPC deliverables, including specifications, performance test reports, and as-built design drawings for completeness and contract compliance.

• Reviewing third party reports, usually environmental inspection reports, to monitor EPC performance, and providing recommendations to the EPC.

• Managing turnover documentation process at key project milestones.

• Reviewing and providing technical input on contract Change Orders, Contractor Notices, Milestone Completion Certificates, and other commercial documents.

• Collaborating with peer Project Engineers to compare processes, procedures, and issues to ensure consistency across the project portfolio.

• Engineer will report to a Manager – Construction Projects and will be assigned to a team led by a Construction Project Manager

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Associate Engineer: 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

Engineer: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

Senior Engineer: 5+ years of relevant engineering experience (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

Staff Engineer: 8+ years of relevant engineering experience (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

• Detailed technical knowledge of renewable power generation, large power plant systems/equipment/operations, power distribution/transmission systems, complex construction projects, and/or Virginia E&S/stormwater regulations

• Technical skills, including the ability to read and prepare technical specifications and drawings. Some station and engineering experience preferred

• Schedule and cost management experience

• Strong communication and integration skills

• Ability to build relationships and provide leadership in a team environment

• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions

• Valid drivers license in order to operate a company vehicle

• Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office products, SAP products, Adobe products, Bluebeam, scheduling software

• Has solid knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, tools and best practices, and applies them to solve project problems and issues.

• Demonstrates skills in leading, motivating, and coaching project teams and stakeholders, and in managing changes, risks, and uncertainties.

• Communicates clearly and professionally with diverse audiences, using appropriate verbal, written, and visual techniques.

• Ability to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close complex projects within time, cost, and quality constraints, using project management tools and software.

• Ability to create and sustain a positive project culture, adapt to changing project requirements and environments, and implement lessons learned and best practices.

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

Working Conditions

Outdoors Up to 25%

Office Work Environment 26-50%

Travel 51-75%

Test Description

No Testing

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What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

Associate Engineer: $73,200 - $95,000

Engineer: $81900 - $106400

Senior Engineer: $90900 - $118100

Staff Engineer: $102300 - $132800

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here:

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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