Power Generation Engineer Job at Seneca Resources, Richmond, VA

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  • Seneca Resources
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Position Title: Power Generation Engineer II or III

Location: Richmond, VA

Position Status: Open

Terms: Contract

Position Description:

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electrical Power Systems Engineer (II/III) to join the Power Generation Engineering Group, supporting the Non-Nuclear Power Generation fleet. This includes:

  • Conventional fossil, combined cycle, hydro, wind, and solar power plants
  • Future support for offshore wind and battery storage projects under the Virginia Clean Economy Act (CEA)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform power systems analysis (short circuit, load flow, overcurrent coordination, arc flash)
  • Develop and maintain electrical system models (ETAP, PSS/E, PSLF, etc.)
  • Support NERC compliance (MOD, PRC, FAC standards)
  • Conduct protective relay settings calculations and develop logic diagrams
  • Evaluate new generation designs and modifications to existing systems
  • Oversee electrical equipment installation and commissioning (switchgear, transformers, motors)
  • Provide technical support for plant operations and market operations
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement process improvements

Required Experience & Skills:

Engineer II:

  • 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, power systems, and configuration management
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills

Engineer III:

  • 6+ years of engineering experience (Master’s degree may count toward experience)
  • Expertise in IEEE, NEC, and industrial power systems (up to 35 kV)
  • Experience with fault analysis, relay coordination, and SCADA systems
  • Familiarity with NERC Reliability Standards
  • Proficiency in ETAP, PSS/E, PSLF, or similar tools

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
  • Master’s degree (preferred)
  • ABET-accredited program or equivalent (see detailed criteria in posting)

Work Environment:

  • Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote)
  • Occasional travel (up to 25%)
  • Exposure to industrial plant conditions (noise, heat, energized equipment)

About Seneca Resources:

Seneca Resources is a client driven provider of strategic Information Technology consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. Seneca Resources is a leading IT services provider with offices in Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, Florida and Texas that service clients throughout the United States.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.

Job Tags

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