Dominion Energy's Electric Transmission System Control Computer Support Department provides engineering and technical support for the reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System using the Energy Management System (EMS) and associated applications. The department supports System Control's real-time and operational planning functions through maintenance, configuration, testing, and enhancement of SCADA systems, ICCP communications, network topology models, operator displays, alarm management tools, and situational awareness applications.
This position will be filled at a level commensurate with the selected candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and demonstrated abilities.
The successful candidate will support EMS applications and infrastructure, develop and maintain system models and displays, troubleshoot operational issues, participate in compliance and cybersecurity initiatives, and collaborate with system operators, engineers, field personnel, and neighboring utilities to ensure reliable operation of the electric transmission system.
Office location is the Computer Support area within System Control. Work schedule is currently hybrid with three days in the office and two at home.
Responsibilities:
EMS & SCADA Support
- Develop, maintain, and validate EMS network models, SCADA point configurations, equipment ratings, and transmission topology.
- Support real-time and study applications within the EMS environment.
- Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities.
- Support EMS software maintenance, upgrades, and patch implementation.
ICCP & External Data Exchange
- Configure and maintain ICCP links and data exchanges with neighboring utilities, including testing, validation, and troubleshooting activities
Visualization & Operator Tools
- Create and maintain EMS one-line displays, dashboards, alarms, and visualization tools.
- Support situational awareness initiatives for Transmission Operations.
- Develop tools and reports that improve operational efficiency.
Operational Support
- Provide technical support for EMS operations.
- Investigate and resolve EMS-related issues impacting system operators.
- Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities.
- Participate in after-hours support, system maintenance activities, and emergency response efforts as required.
Compliance & Documentation
- Develop and maintain technical procedures and documentation.
- Support NERC CIP and Operations compliance requirements.
- Maintain system configuration records and knowledge repositories.
Project Support
- Participate in EMS enhancement projects.
- Support integration of generation resources, substations, transmission facilities, and new technologies into EMS applications.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders during project execution.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications):
Engineering Technical Specialist I
- 0-2 years of experience.
- Demonstrated aptitude for learning EMS, SCADA, networking, or power system applications.
Engineering Technical Specialist II
- 2-5 years of relevant technical experience.
- Independently performs technical assignments and supports EMS applications, modeling, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
Engineering Technical Specialist III
- 5+ years of relevant technical experience.
- Provides technical leadership, leads projects, and serves as a subject matter expert for EMS applications and related systems.
Education Requirements
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Bachelor
Preferred Discipline(s): Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.
Dominion Energy
120 Tredegar St
Richmond
Virginia United States
www.DominionEnergy.com
