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Job Summary

Dominion Energy seeks qualified candidates for the position of Technical Specialist III at the Innsbrook Office in Glen Allen, VA. This position will provide technical support of electrical/electronic material and services that support nuclear power generation.

This role is the top progression level in the Engineering Technical Specialist series. Distinguished from the Engineering Technical Specialist II by the increased complexity in the application of technical and engineering skills and knowledge. Performs difficult and complex work requiring strong technical skills and significant knowledge and experience within the functional area or specific engineering discipline. This role does not function as a technician in testing and maintaining field systems or equipment.

Included duties:

  • Develop technical and quality assurance specifications in support of purchasing nuclear plant materials and services, derived from a detailed knowledge of plant system design and programmatic requirements.
  • Develop commercial grade dedication plans for acceptance testing and inspection of commercial grade products in accordance with EPRI NP-5652 to verify suitability for use as basic components in accordance with 10 CFR 21.3.
  • Perform evaluations of alternate replacement items to meet system and component design basis requirements.
  • Ability to identify failure effects and perform failure modal analysis of a variety of electrical and electronic commodities, analog and digital systems and sub-systems, instrumentation and control equipment, and power generating and distribution equipment.
  • Serve as the Technical Specialist in support of quality assurance audits and surveys at vendor's facilities in support of product manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with nuclear quality assurance requirements and industry standards.
  • Technical Specialists may perform some analysis and design work, but do not possess the educational background to function as a degreed engineer.
  • Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

5-6+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in supporting electrical/electronic commodities.

  • Must successfully pass all course testing requirements in the Engineering Support Personnel Orientation (ESPO) training program to qualify for this nuclear support role.
  • Practical knowledge of applying of engineering principals, theories and practices.
  • Ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems related to electrical systems and digital hardware.
  • Strong oral, written and graphical communication skills including technical writing; ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  • Ability to conduct standard tests, measurements and experiments.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
  • Ability to function effectively independently and as a member on a technical team.
  • Excellent organization and project management skills.
  • Excellent personal computer skills including knowledge of applicable software programs.

In order to be a titled Engineering Technical Specialist, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • 4-year Engineering Technology degree or 4-year degree in Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or
  • 4-year degree in Physics, Math, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Engineering or other technical related discipline; or
  • 4-year non-technical degree and post-graduate degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering (not ABET-accredited); or
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred degree
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): Engineering Technology, Physics, Biology, Computer Engineering

Other discipline(s) may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%

Confined spaces Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%

Fumes Up to 25%

Heat Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Office Work Environment %

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Radiation Up to 25%

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions
Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

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. 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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