November 23, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Intern - Electrical Equipment Technician

Organization:
Dominion Energy
Region:
Canada, Virginia, Herndon
End of contest:
December 15, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Technician
Description
Job Summary

Dominion Energy is seeking multiple Electrical Equipment Interns for Summer 2025 with opportunities in our field environment. Interns will work alongside experienced Dominion Electrical Equipment personnel providing technical assistance to substation and power station personnel in the installation, maintenance and repair of high-voltage electrical equipment including procurement of materials, spare parts and specific tools. These positions will be introduced to the Electrical Equipment Development Program for view of employment requirements of successfully completing the Development Program.

Interns may assist experienced personnel employee including the following activities including: Substation equipment (transformer, circuit breaker, regulator, CCVT, etc.) testing; Aerial lift testing; Infrared testing; Transformer/circuit breaker oil sample collection and DGA review; Transformer processing; Battery and charger installation and testing. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

    Must be currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Electrical, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Electromechanical or a similar related degree
    Must have an anticipated graduation date of winter 2025 or later
    Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher.
    Strongly prefer candidates that desire "hands on" experience vs. "design" experience
    Strongly prefer candidates with good problem-solving skills while working with mechanical and/or electrical equipment
    Experience with Microsoft Office
    Math and technical/mechanical aptitude required
    Must be able to follow instructions and be a team player
    Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
    Time management and organization
    Abilities: test basic and routine types of protective relays; lift up to 50 lbs.; manual dexterity; color vision; hearing; climbing; stooping; standing; bending
    Due to equipment weight limits, individuals in this role have a weight restriction of 290 pounds.

Education Requirements

  • Must be enrolled at a university/community college pursuing an Bachelors or Associate's degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, Electric Utility Substation & Relay Technology, or other relevant technology/technician degrees
  • Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher.
  • Must have an anticipated graduation date no later than Winter 2025 or later

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Heat 76-100%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Operating Machinery 76-100%

Outdoors 76-100%

Travel Up to 25%

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Contact

Dominion Energy

120 Tredegar St

Richmond

Virginia United States

www.DominionEnergy.com