JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES
Job Title Job Description GAS INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP - TRANSMISSION
Dominion Energy Transmission, Inc. (DETI)
Director, Gas Control Plans and directs transportation gas control
activities to meet shipper obligations, system reliability, safe
operations and pipeline efficiency. Gas Control Coordinator Coordinates
and assists in the operation of gas control. Directs, assists and guides
gas controllers on complex, non-routine system operations. Gas Controller
Ensures continuity of gas service by anticipating, determining and
directing fulfillment of quantity and pressure requirements in a safe,
reliable, and efficient manner. Directs the analysis of historic and
projected gas supply and requirements data for modeling, developing and
recommending facility and operational plans. Monitors gas quantities to
ensure pressures do not exceed Maximum Allowable Operating Pressures.
Manager, Gas Control Plans, coordinates, and manages day to day activities
of transmission pipeline gas control operations. Engineer III, Gas Control
Ensures continuity of gas service by scheduling and coordinating complex
projects to anticipate, determine and direct fulfillment of gas quantity
and pressure requirements and to monitor and control Dominion Energy’s gas
transmission facilities. Provides technical expertise through the use of
data for modeling, developing and recommending facility and operational
plans. Director, Gas Transmission Development Responsible for creating new
business opportunities for DETI and Cove Point transportation and storage
services, performing facility analysis for new projects, conducting open
seasons, monitoring competitor activities, and determining new service
offerings. Gas Business Development Manager Responsible for
identification, development and implementation of business development
opportunities, services and programs designed to support existing and
prospective customers. Work directly with pipeline customers, industry
contacts and pipeline/storage operators to identify, develop and maintain
customer relationships. Direct the preparation of service agreements;
manage contract modifications. Manager, Facility Planning and Product
Development Responsible for managing the design of system facilities and
developing new services using hydraulic modeling to simulate system
operations and evaluate performance of existing and planned assets. Market
Development Representative Responsible for assisting Gas Business
Development Managers and providing support for potential growth and new
service opportunities. Assists current and potential customers by
preparing presentations and service portfolios, negotiating terms of
service, and explaining tariff and service agreement provisions. Maintain
company awareness of market and competitor activities and customer needs,
including performance of market/statistical analyses Page 1 Updated
1/6/2020 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job
Title Job Description Director, Transmission Services Responsible for
planning and directing the functions of technology services and market
support staff to support the activities of the Transmission Marketing
Group through Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB) technology, back room
administrative support, analytical support regarding market data, advocacy
at the North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB), and implementation
of new services. Responsible for the coordination of the scheduling of the
DETI and Cove Point systems and the monitoring of customers’ daily
activities to ensure that all Firm obligations are met. ACP System
Development Project Manager Oversees software implementation, including
EBB development, for Dominion Gas Infrastructure Group capital projects,
such as the Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Dominion Energy Cove Point
expansion projects. Manager, Gas Transportation Services Provides
oversight and direction to ensure that gas transportation, storage, title
tracking and balancing services are provided to customers in accordance
with contractual, tariff and regulatory obligations. Gas Transportation
Representative Responsible for confirming receipts and deliveries on the
interstate pipeline systems, resolving nomination and confirmation
discrepancies consistent with applicable regulations, pipeline tariffs,
and company procedures (includes contractors). Customer Transportation
Representative Performs activities to reconcile, review and monitor the
activities required to ensure the company's obligation to transport
natural gas in the pipeline is performed in an efficient, accurate and
timely manner. Processes nominations through confirmation and scheduling.
Reconciles imbalances and pooling points. Works with customers to explain
company policies, practices, tariff provisions and transportation
procedures. Assists in customer problem resolution, maintains
documentation of gas transportation activity and prepares reports as
required. Customer Transportation Consultant Performs activities to
reconcile, review and monitor the activities required to ensure the
company's obligation to transport natural gas in the pipeline is performed
in an efficient, accurate and timely manner. Handles complex transactions
including the processing of nominations through confirmation and
scheduling. Reconciles imbalances and pooling points. Provides information
in a timely manner to allow for any necessary reconciliation. Manages and
provides volumetric information. Manager, Business Services & Technology
Responsible for the business technology service activities for natural gas
transportation and storage contract processing, security and pipeline
informational postings. Coordinates and ensures timely and accurate
resolution of internal and external customer inquiries, requests and
problems. Participates in North American Energy Standards Board meetings,
conferences and policy committees. Responsible for coordinating activities
between business groups and the Information Technology department as it
relates to Dominion Energy's natural gas pipeline computer systems. Gas
Contracts Specialist Responsible for the administration of interstate gas
pipeline contracts. Maintains contract databases and compiles information
for project planning, forecasting and other analyses. Provides
interpretation, guidance and support related to service agreements and
regulatory issues to enable resolution of customer contract issues. Gas
Market Program Coordinator Participates in the NAESB standards process on
behalf of Dominion Energy. Responsible for coordination, administration
and support of Dominion Energy's NAESB gas compliance program. Page 2 JOB
TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job
Description Gas Energy Business Entity Communications Specialist
Responsible for administering EBB communications and security, and
contractual obligations such as Customer Designation of Agency agreements.
Gas Energy Systems Compliance Specialist Responsible for coordinating,
administering, and supporting Dominion Energy's FERC, NAESB, and Pipeline
Tariff requirements. Responsible for Gas Transmission Compliance training,
computer systems, and change management. Director, Area Transmission
Operations Directs employees and contractors engaged in the operation and
maintenance of natural gas handling facilities and related equipment
across varied work locations. Manages construction and O&M activities to
ensure company procedures are followed and that compliance is maintained
relative to all applicable local, state and federal regulatory
requirements. Manager, Gas Transmission Operations Manages employees and
contractors engaged in the operation and maintenance of natural gas
handling facilities and related equipment at major work locations. Ensures
the safe, reliable and efficient operation of natural gas transmission and
storage facilities and equipment. Monitors and inspects job sites,
facilities and databases to ensure company procedures are followed and
that compliance is maintained relative to all applicable local, state and
federal regulatory requirements. Coordinates maintenance and outage
schedules with field operations and other involved departments. Develops
and monitors budgets for operating area. Supervisor, Gas Transmission
Operations Supervises employees and contractors engaged in the operation
and maintenance of natural gas handling facilities and related equipment.
Ensures the safe, reliable and efficient operation of natural gas
transmission and storage facilities and equipment. Monitors and inspects
job sites, facilities and databases to ensure company procedures are
followed and that compliance is maintained relative to all applicable
local, state and federal regulatory requirements. Vice President, Pipeline
Operations Responsible for pipeline operations for the Gas Infrastructure
Group's interstate pipelines Coordinator, Power Desk System Gas Operations
Responsible for analyzing and coordinating all power generation activities
on Dominion Energy Transmission (DETI) and Dominion Energy Cove Point
(Cove Point) pipelines. Responsible for the verification / approval of all
burn profiles on both pipeline systems. Responsible for communication /
coordination with power generators/agents. Coordinator, System Gas
Operations Coordinates, develops, implements and maintains the work
related to the monitoring and tracking of system imbalances, Operational
Balancing Agreements and Electronic Balancing Agreements. Responsible for
EBA management and evaluation of agreement requirements. Engineer II
Responsible for analyzing asset utilization, developing operating plans
and optimization recommendations. Works on daily operational issues or
problems that may occur nearing operations. Engineer III Responsible for
analyzing asset utilization and developing operating plans. Works on daily
operational issues or problems that may occur nearing operations. May
serve as a technical expert on engineering related issues. Page 3 JOB
TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job
Description Market Center Services Strategic Advisor Responsible for
marketing short-term transportation and parking/loaning services,
coordinating with operations and accounting personnel, as needed, to
complete transactions on the DETI and Cove Point pipeline systems.
Director, System Optimization and Partnership Services Responsible for
managing the negotiation, execution and administration of contracts with
other pipelines (transportation, joint venture operating agreements,
Operational Balancing Agreements and storage partnerships) and supply
planning and purchase activities. Senior Market Development Rep Supports
daily parking/loaning services. Develops and maintains proprietary
in-house databases and forecasting models. Researches, compiles, filters,
analyzes and distributes relevant energy industry information using
industry-related publications, databases, outside consultants, and other
resources. System Gas Operations Specialist Analyzes and monitors upstream
and market area transportation contracts, gas supply arrangements and
partnership agreements. Provides support for storage programs and monitors
partnership pool activities. Monitors compliance with operational
balancing agreements. Tracks nominations and actual volumes. Director,
Interstate Marketing Oversees interstate marketing activities including
developing, promoting and directing marketing programs and service
activities for customers. Interstate Marketing Manager Responsible for
managing DETI's transportation and storage marketing activities within
assigned region. Gas Energy Business Consultant Central point of contact
for wholesale customers, to ensure adherence with contract terms, tariff
and regulatory requirements. Responsible for assessment of customer
service and revenue needs, and resolution of customer requests and
concerns. Gas Energy Systems Compliance Specialist Responsible for
coordinating, administering, and supporting Dominion Energy's FERC, NAESB
, and Pipeline Tariff requirements. Responsible for Gas Transmission
Compliance training, computer systems, and change management. Gas Market
Program Coordinator Participates in the NAESB standards process on behalf
of Dominion Energy. Responsible for coordination, administration and
support of Dominion Energy's NAESB gas compliance program. Associate
Business Performance Analyst Prepares, analyzes, and presents financial
case studies related to gas transmission marketing and business
development. Develops performance metrics; analyzes data, and recommends
business process improvements Director, Gas Partnership Business
Development The role is responsible for the commercial activities
associated with current and future gas partnerships (i.e. - Atlantic Coast
Pipeline and small scale LNG partnership). Implement marketing programs
and strategies including new service initiatives. Coordinate with
regulatory, legal and engineering. Serve as the commercial lead with
customers for regulatory rate proceedings. Identify and pursue development
opportunities. Direct the development of small scale natural gas
liquefaction, service and deployment to meet anticipated market demand.
Develop, implement and direct marketing and service programs designed to
maximize profits for gas partnership opportunities. Page 4 JOB TITLES
DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description
Manager-ACP Commercial Activities Responsible for the commercial
activities associated with the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. Implements
marketing programs and strategies including new service initiatives.
Coordinates with regulatory, legal and engineering. Serves as the
commercial lead with customers for regulatory rate proceedings. Develops,
implements and directs marketing and service programs. Identifies customer
needs; formulates service strategies and objectives. Coordinates
evaluation, analysis and due diligence activities. Directs the preparation
of and modification of contracts. Represents Atlantic Coast Pipeline by
engaging with government representatives and speaking at industry events
and serve as a representative for industry initiatives. Responsible for
the timely development and implementation of a transactional website and
related customer service procedures for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline
project. Dominion Energy Cove Point LNG, LP (Cove Point) Director, LNG
Operations Directs operations activities to ensure compliant, safe and
reliable operations. Directs all plant activities and operating and
maintenance plans to include compliance inspections, periodic testing,
preventative maintenance and effective record keeping. LNG Technician
(includes Senior, Lead and Associate LNG Technicians) Maintains and
operates liquefied natural gas plant equipment and facilities. Manager,
LNG Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plans, coordinates, and manages LNG
plant activities/projects. Process Assistant Prepares and distributes the
Dominion Energy Cove Point ship schedule and maintains ship data;
responsible for ordering/scheduling of compressor station fluids;
maintains all Cove Point documents, operating and training manuals,
including site drawings of equipment & associated work orders. Senior
Safety Specialist Reviews all Cove Point procedures/emergency plans to
include ship unloading for safety compliance & performs safety
observations on ship docking/unloading. Supervisor, LNG Operations and
Maintenance (O&M) Establishes priorities and oversees technical work
related to the efficient operation and maintenance of the liquefied
natural gas plant. Manager – LNG Technical Services Responsible for the
design, operations, and maintenance of LNG processing facilities, Directs
development of construction projects, including scope, schedule, budget,
design, material and equipment standards. Participates in the design,
commissioning, and support of new facilities or processes Page 5 JOB
TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job
Description LNG Operations Strategic Advisor Provides strategic support
and consultation to the Manager – LNG Operations for day-to-day operations
of Cove Point facility. Work involves daily observations, data analysis
and assistance with safety, environmental and regulatory compliance
audits. LNG Project Manager Directs the development and execution of
construction and design projects, including project scope, schedule and
budget. Manages maintenance and improvement projects. Director, Cove Point
Commercial Activities Responsible for Commercial Business activities for
all transportation and LNG Services. Manages all aspects of customer
contracts including contract questions and concerns as well as contract
renewals. Dominion Energy Carolina Gas Transmission, LLC (DECG) Director,
Gas Operations (DECG) Position is responsible for the management of staff
and resources for the operation and maintenance of the gas pipeline system
including: protection and maintenance of right of way; the installation,
repair and maintenance of pipelines and related equipment; the operation
and maintenance of compression facilities; operation and maintenance of
the measurement and regulation of gas facilities; gas control;
communications and first response to pipeline incidents and upsets.
Responsible for strategic management of the pipelines operations.
Director, Customer Services & Business Development (DECG) Provides overall
strategic direction and leadership for the commercial operations of DECG.
Develops profitable strategic business opportunities for DECG's operations
as an open access interstate pipeline, including pipeline expansions, new
services and/or recommend new rate designs. Develops and implements
strategy to manage relationships with existing and prospective customers,
industry contacts, economic development officials, state and federal
agencies. Provides direction and oversight to transportation scheduling,
gas measurement group, billing and system modeling. Interstate Marketing
Manager Manage relationships with customers to ensure customer
expectations are known and met. Responsible for implementing and managing
service contracts with all customers. Explain tariff related matters to
customers and support their day-to-day transactions as well as supporting
the long term needs of each customer. Business Process Analyst This
position provides analytical support in the Customer Service and Business
Development Department of Dominion Energy Carolina Gas Transmission.
Reviews, analyzes, and tracks customer contracts for accuracy and
completion to ensure tariff compliance and adequate internal controls.
Provides accurate contractual information to various internal departments
for billing and Sarbanes- Oxley Act controls. Responds to customer's needs
and requests through understanding specific operations of the customers
and the Company's contractual obligation. Manages department budget to
make sound business recommendations to management on budget-related
issues. Page 6 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES
Job Title Job Description Technical Specialist III Maintain the hydraulic
flow model to reflect firm transportation contracts and system changes.
Models new firm demand opportunities. Manager Gas Transportation Services
Manages transportation scheduling activities on the pipeline, gas
measurement group, transportation accounting and billing and provides
analysis of customer throughput. Supervisor Gas Transportation Services
Provides oversight and direction to ensure that gas transportation,
storage, title tracking and balancing services are provided to customers
in accordance with contractual, tariff and regulatory obligations. Senior
Gas Transportation Analyst Performs transportation scheduling activities.
Gas Transportation Analyst II Performs transportation scheduling
activities. Gas Transportation Analyst I Performs transportation
scheduling activities. Manager, Gas Control Operations (DECG) This
position is responsible for the management of gas control operations to
ensure the control of pressure and flow of gas throughout the pipeline
system is maintained within desired limits. Also serves as first response
for pipeline incidents and upsets. Gas Controller II Coordinates flow of
natural gas throughout pipeline to ensure volume and pressure of gas
required for customer demands. Gas Controller I Assists in the
coordination of flow of natural gas throughout pipeline to ensure volume
and pressure of gas required for customer demands. Gas Control Coordinator
This position is responsible for compliance activities of Gas Control
including: compliance reporting and procedure monitoring, for all aspects
of the PHMSA Control Room Management regulations. Manager Regulatory and
Operations Support (DECG) Manages staff and resources for the development,
implementation and oversight of a comprehensive safety and health program,
technical training program, inventory management, system modeling, GIS
coordination, drafting, GIS Operator Qualification program, and Public
Awareness program. In addition to compliance reporting and documentation,
this role oversees the compliance auditing function that assures
compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline Safety
Regulations and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) work
classification and implementation requirements. This role also is
responsible for coordinating FERC certificate filings and Company
emergency response activities. Page 7 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Manager,
Engineering (DECG) This position is responsible for the allocation of
resources in the day to day, tactical and strategic operations of the
Engineering Services Group to include providing leadership and technical
guidance to staff for standards, work plans, project design, MAOP
documentation, and material specifications. Manager Gas Operations (DECG)
Position is responsible for the management of staff and resources for the
measurement and regulation of gas facilities operation and maintenance of
compression facilities and communications; first response for pipeline
incident and upsets. Supervisor Gas Operations (DECG) Position is
responsible for the management of staff and resources for the operation,
maintenance and upgrades of the company’s field measurement
stations/related equipment to include regulation and over-pressure
protection. Also responsible for technical training of measurement
technicians and serves as a primary technical emergency response resource.
Project Manager Oversees contractors to ensure projects are done safely,
in compliance and within specs provided by the company to outside
contractors/vendors. Works closely with internal personnel to develop
procedures, policies and practices. MountainWest Pipeline (MWP) VP Western
Pipeline Operations Provides leadership and overall direction for the
management of pipeline operations, integrity management, maintenance, and
volume measurement, as well as responsible for volume scheduling and Gas
Control functions for DEQP, Dominion Energy Questar Overthrust Pipeline,
and Questar Southern Trails Pipeline. Assoc. Engineer-Systems To provide
assistance to engineering and operations personnel in solving problems
related to the design, operation and integrity of high-pressure natural
gas pipeline systems. Assoc. Gas Controller To assist, at an entry level,
in directing and controlling the flow of gas according to contractual
obligations and government requirements, from source to point of usage, by
monitoring gas control realtime operations. Assoc. Contract Administrator
To assist, at an entry level, providing compliance in the contracting
process for DEQP, , Dominion Energy Questar Overthrust Pipeline, LLC,White
River Hub, and Southern Trails systems. Page 8 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Engineer -
Systems To perform, with minimum supervision, the analysis, evaluation of
performance, and conceptual design activities related to transmission,
storage and related facilities, systems, and services. Gas Measurement
Tech 1 To manage and analyze measurement data. To analyze, reconcile and
make necessary adjustments to measurement and allocation data. Coordinate
with external customers regarding measurement and allocation data,
calculations and business processes. Gas Measurement Tech 2 To manage and
analyze telemetry and non-telemetry measurement data processes for DEQP &
affiliated companies. Coordinates with internal and external customers to
reconcile measurement errors and approve data adjustments. Sets up and
maintains new and existing meter information to reflect DEQP measurement
systems. Maintains and prepares quality control reports that reconcile
system integrity. Lead Gas Controller To assist in coordinating and
developing departmental activities and the real-time operation of gas
control in order to ensure delivery of quality gas quantities which
satisfy all gas transport agreements, sales obligations and storage
requirements in a safe and orderly fashion. Mktg & Trans Rep-Field To
prepare, negotiate and market, at an entry level, sales, transportation
and pipeline services. SCADA Analyst III (Questar) Maintains and develops
departmental data processing systems. Designs, tests and documents current
system and system modifications. Coordinates internal and external data
interfaces. Sr Engr - Systems To identify and resolve engineering and
related technical and non-technical issues related to the planning,
construction, modification, and operation of transmission, storage and
related facilities, systems and services. Page 9 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS
FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Sr Gas
Controller To direct and control, at a senior level, the flow of gas
according to contractual obligations and government requirements, from
source to point of usage, by monitoring gas control real time operations.
Director-Engineering & Gas Control Provides leadership and overall
direction for Gas Control and Engineering functions for DEQP. Manager-
Engineering Directs and manages the Operations of High Pressure Design
Engineering department. Provides planning and direction for interpreting,
organizing, scheduling and completion of department assignments. Plans,
develops and implements engineering policies and programs. Supervises
other engineers, engineering groups and manages department workload.
Manager - Gas Control Directs and manages 7 day / 24 hour Gas Control
Operations Center providing oversight and control of all Transmission
pipeline systems to ensure continuity of service. Responsible for the
management of the gas pipeline system coordinating supply planning,
storage engineering, construction, compression, operations, and
maintenance activities. Directs daily usage of storage pool assets,
Ensures pipeline pressures do not exceed Maximum Allowable Operating
Pressures (MAOP). Resolves customer and supplier problems by reconfiguring
gas system operations and directing staff in response to adverse operating
conditions. Manages use of horsepower for gas compression to minimize fuel
usage. Provides conceptual analysis and makes recommendations for new
transmission projects. Director - Area Transmission Operations Directs and
oversees the development, operation and maintenance of natural gas
handling facilities (processing plants, compressor stations, loading
facilities, measuring & regulating stations, etc.) and related equipment
across varied work locations. Directs Operations with a focus to safety,
compliance, reliability, efficiency, cost management, innovation and
working together. Directs and ensures the attainment of obligations to
customers, system reliability and optimization, safe operations and
pipeline efficiency. Directs construction and O&M activities and technical
training. Oversees the development and implementation of budgets for O&M
and Capital Projects. Director - Marketing & Business Development
Responsible for all business development, marketing and analytical
services activities of Dominion Energy Questar Pipeline Services, Inc.
(DEQPS). Directs the operations necessary to identify, analyze, design and
negotiate new projects in existing and new service areas that expand
interstate pipeline systems and storage, connect new supply sources.
Directs the marketing and sales activities of DEQPS including generation
of revenues through the selling of transportation and storage capacity on
existing and expanded facilities. Directs the Analytical and Measurement
business unit and is responsible for achieving growth and profitability
targets. Directs contracting activities of DEQPS and insures that
regulatory compliance is met in the contracting process. Gas Measurement &
Control Specialist Ensures accurate gas measurement, calibration
techniques and adherence to the applicable API/AGA/GPA standards, Questar
Pipeline Company (QPC) subsidiary tariffs and Standard Practice manuals,
and ensures standardized measurement. Ensures and implements accurate gas
measurement procedures, calibration techniques and adherence to the
published standards set forth in the API/AGA/GPA manuals and incorporated
by reference into QPC tariffs. Directs and coordinates QPC's meter
cleaning program. Participates in measurement audits on custody transfer
measurement sites within QPC; oversees measurement audits for receipt and
delivery customers that utilize QPC systems. Provides technical support
and acts as a liaison with QPC operations personnel, engineering and
external entities. Page 10 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION
FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Customer Transportation
Representative I, II Performs activities designed to fulfill company
transportation obligations to ensure efficient operation of services.
Processes transportation nominations and assists in capacity allocation.
Processes and schedules service requests. Monitors and confirms gas
receipts and deliveries. Explains company policies, practices, tariff
provisions and transportation procedures. Maintains gas receipt and
transportation activity documentation and prepares reports. Monitors
customer activities and ensures compliance with tariff provisions.
Customer Transportation Representative III (Questar) Provides support to
transportation and storage customers on Questar Pipeline, Questar
Transportation Services, Overthrust Pipeline and Southern Trails Pipeline
systems. Receives nominations for gas transportation and storage for all
cycles on Questar Pipeline, Questar Transportation Services and Southern
Pipeline systems. Coordinates nominations with Gas Control, analyzes
confirmed nominations, insures gas flow, informs shipper of allocations
and schedules shipments with customers. Communicates with shippers and
operators regarding system constraints, maintenance, construction,
scheduling, billing, allocations and imbalances. Reconciles
interconnection pipelines for month end close. Defines new computer system
requirements, specifications, and operational criteria as directed.
Customer Transportation Consultant Provides support for Scheduling
Supervisor in managing the functions of nominations, allocations, gas
scheduling and customer service. Oversees nominations for gas
transportation and assists in communicating system availability to
customers via the EBB as assigned. Coordinates and schedules capacity
allocations with Gas Control. Evaluates and approves adjustments for
customers as needed and allowed by NAESB standards allow as assigned.
Manager - Gas Transmission Operations Support Manages employees,
contractors, and resources for a proactive planning and scheduling process
to effectively utilize fuel for DEQ facilities. Provides strategy and
direction for changes to business processes, standards, and structure that
improve operations or create enhanced opportunities for the Company.
Manager - Marketing (Questar) Manages the marketing and sales activities
of DEQP and its subsidiaries. Primary responsibilities in this position
include generation of revenues through the selling of transportation and
storage capacity on existing and expanded facilities. Manages the
marketing and sales force. Oversees the sales account management. Measures
the results of sales force efforts and evaluates potential new strategies.
Senior Market Development Representative Identifies and researches
potential market share expansions and new service opportunities.
Negotiates terms of service with principle parties. Maintains awareness of
competitor activities and customer needs. Conducts and analyzes market
surveys. Explains tariff and service agreement provisions. Supports market
and service projects (e.g., conducts presentations, customizes service
portfolios, etc.) Performs statistical analyses (e.g., trends in demand;
sales, service and throughput comparisons; etc.) Page 11 JOB TITLES
DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description
Gas Business Development Manager Responsible for identification,
development and implementation of business development opportunities,
services and programs designed to support existing and prospective
customers. Work directly with pipeline customers, industry contacts and
pipeline/storage operators to identify, develop and maintain customer
relationships. Direct the preparation of service agreements; manage
contract modifications. Manager - Business Services & Technology
Supervises the contracting activities of DEQP and insures regulatory
compliance. Manages and ensures the implementation of FERC and NAESB
standards between the contracting department and IT support. Senior
Contract Administrator Coordinates with parties to prepare complex
agreements including pipeline service agreements. Interacts with pipeline
customers concerning contract provisions and contract status. Maintains
contract databases and complies information for project planning,
forecasting and other analyses. Prepares and disseminates reports and
information associates with supply, capacity and other contracts. Provides
leadership and technical training to contract administration staff. Posts
external shipper notices to EBB. Supervisor - Gas Transmission Operations
Supervises employees engaged in the operation and maintenance of natural
gas handling facilities and related equipment. Ensures the safe, reliable
and efficient operation of natural gas transmission and storage facilities
and equipment. Monitors and inspects job sites, facilities and databases
to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company procedures.
Develops, implements and monitors budgets. Manages projects and
participates in facility audits. Manager - Gas Transportation Services
Provides oversight and direction to resources that ensure transportation,
storage, title tracking and balancing services are provided to customers
in accordance with contractual, tariff and regulatory obligations and
ensures that these processes are performed in compliance with all
regulatory, tariff, FERC Standards of Conduct and SOX requirements.
Customer Transportation Consultant Performs activities to reconcile,
review and monitor the activities required to ensure the company's
obligation to transport natural gas in the pipeline is performed in an
efficient, accurate and timely manner. Handles complex transactions
including the processing of nominations through confirmation and
scheduling. Reconciles imbalances and pooling points. Provides information
in a timely manner to allow for any necessary reconciliation. Manages and
provides volumetric information. Gas Measurement & Control Analyst
(Questar) This role ensures accurate gas measurement, calibration
techniques and adherence to the applicable API/AGA/GPA, DEQP subsidiary
tariffs and Standard Practice manuals and ensures standardized measurement
procedures throughout DEQP. Page 12 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Gas Measurement
& Control Specialist (Questar) Ensures accurate gas measurement,
calibration techniques and adherence to the applicable API/AGA/GPA
standards, DEQP subsidiary tariffs and Standard Practice manuals, and
ensures standardized measurement. Ensures and implements accurate gas
measurement procedures, calibration techniques and adherence to the
published standards set forth in the API/AGA/GPA manuals and incorporated
by reference into DEQP tariffs. Directs and coordinates DEQP's meter
cleaning program. Participates in measurement audits on custody transfer
measurement sites within DEQP; oversees measurement audits for receipt and
delivery customers that utilize DEQP systems. Provides technical support
and acts as a liaison with DEQP operations personnel, engineering and
external entities. ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION Dominion Energy South Carolina
("DESC") Electric Transmission (DESC) DESC VP - Electric Transmission The
Electric Transmission Officer is responsible for System Control;
Operations Planning; Transmission Planning; ERO compliance; Transmission
Training; Transmission Rates; Transmission Tariff; System Control Computer
Support; and Transmission customers, contracts, and billing. System
Control Computer Support (DESC) Page 13 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Mgr – System
Control Comp Supp Supervise Energy Management System (EMS) computer
support department. Responsibilities include assuring proper operation of
Energy Management System for monitoring, controlling, and studying the
power network as well as providing direction for future EMS development to
support the FERC, NERC, and System Control internal requirements. Persons
in this position may also be responsible for the implementation of the
Company’s CIP program. Analyst – Infrastructure V Provide support for
Energy Management System computer infrastructure. Responsibilities include
supporting operating systems and databases; evaluating, planning and
coordinating the installation, implementation, and maintenance of EMS
functional components; designing and developing computer applications
systems; and providing support for MS Windows and AIX hardware/software
platforms, computer network management, security patch management,
anti-virus software maintenance, electronic access controls, electronic
access monitoring, information protection, test procedures, incident
response planning and recovery plans. Analyst – Infrastructure V Provide
Energy Management Application Software and Energy Management System
product set maintenance and support. Responsibilities include supporting
operating systems, databases, computer configuration and local area
network; evaluating, planning and coordinating the installation,
implementation, and maintenance of EMS functional components; designing
and developing computer applications systems; and analyzing the
development of solutions for major computer problems. Analyst –
Infrastructure IV - VACANT Provide technical support for compliance with
NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Cyber Security Standards as
well as for other NERC, FERC, and Homeland Security regulatory
requirements. Assist with the development and maintenance of CIP policies
and procedures to ensure compliance for Critical Cyber Asset (CCA)
networks, applications and hardware. Provide support for Energy Management
System (EMS) hardware and software, functional applications, computer
network management and user interfaces. Analyst – Infrastructure V Provide
support for Energy Management System (EMS) computer infrastructure.
Responsibilities include providing support for MS Windows and AIX
hardware/software platforms, computer network management, security patch
management, anti-virus software maintenance, electronic access controls,
electronic access monitoring, information protection, test procedures,
incident response planning and recovery plans. The primary focus of this
position is to assist in the development and enhancement of processes,
procedures, and other deliverables required for compliance with evolving
NERC CIP Cyber Security Standards. Engineer - IV This engineering position
will be responsible for the support of the Energy Management System as
well as a backup resource for the other members of EMS Engineering
Application team. Primary duties are the day to day maintenance, patching,
and support of the EMS. The backup coverage includes but not limited to
resolving Power System Analysis (State Estimator, Contingency Analysis)
issues and supporting the Operator Training Simulator. This position is
responsible for assisting the team in maintaining NERC/SERC compliance.
Serves as a point of contact related to DESC for Electric Reliability
Organization compliance audits. Utilizes critical thinking and analysis
skills to determine the best engineering solution on cross functional EMS
engineering projects such as converting an energy transaction schedule
into a pseudo tie. Plans, designs, analyzes, troubleshoots, maintains and
supports hardware, software, and databases. Plans and directs engineering
or modified system designs in a safe, reliable and efficient manner. Page
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Job Description Engineer – Network III Provide technical support for
compliance with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Cyber
Security Standards as well as for other NERC, FERC, and Homeland Security
regulatory requirements. Assist with the development and maintenance of
CIP policies and procedures to ensure compliance for Critical Cyber Asset
(CCA) networks, applications and hardware. Provide support for Energy
Management System (EMS) hardware and software, functional applications,
computer network management and user interfaces. Programmer System II
Provide System Application Software, Basic Application Software and Energy
Management System product set maintenance and support. Responsibilities
include supporting databases and computer configuration; planning and
coordinating the installation, implementation, and maintenance of EMS
functional components; designing and developing advanced computer
applications systems; and analyzing and solving computer problems.
Programmer System II Provide System Application Software, Basic
Application Software and Energy Management System product set maintenance
and support. Responsibilities include supporting operating systems,
databases, and computer configuration; planning and coordinating the
installation, implementation, and maintenance of EMS functional
components; designing and developing advanced computer applications
systems; analyzing and solving computer problems; developing and
maintaining Inter- Regional Security Network (ISN) ICCP node; and
assisting other programmers. Supv – Energy Mgt Sys Engr Applc Provide
daily supervision of personnel supporting EMS applications such as SCADA,
Automatic Generation Control (AGC), Control Performance Standards (CPS),
Network Applications, Operator Training Simulator and Load Shed. Provide
EMS technical support and maintenance for SCADA, AGC, CPS, and reliability
applications to support System Control and Operations Planning. Engineer –
IV Provide EMS technical support and maintenance for SCADA, Automatic
Generation Control (AGC) and Control Performance Standards (CPS). Spec –
Power Sup Reliability II Provide EMS technical support and maintenance for
the Network Applications power system model, Network Application tools
used for contingency/reliability analyses, and the Operator Training
Simulator used for training System Controllers. Analyst – Infrastructure
IV Provide technical support and maintenance for the Energy Management
System (EMS) computer infrastructure. Responsibilities include support for
Network Applications power system models, mapping of real-time data
visualization tools used to display real-time measurements/study results,
technical support for the EMS data historian(s), alarm descriptions, and
development of operating guides. Page 15 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Electric
Transmission Support (DESC) Mgr – Elec Transmission Sup – DESC This
position is responsible for all wholesale transmission customers and
contracts; for administration, filing and managing the DESC OATT; electric
transmission rate analysis and filing; determining whether customers meet
the DESC OATT credit requirements; managing the administration of billing
and accounting; reviewing, tracking and analyzing standards and
requirements of NAESB and other FERC documents. Engineer – III The
position is responsible for administering DESC’s interconnection programs
and assisting with the other functions of the Electric Transmission
Support Department. Analyst - Sr. The position is responsible for
assisting with the administration of DESC’s interconnection programs and
assisting with the other functions of the Electric Transmission Support
Department. Operations Planning (DESC) Mgr – Operations Planning Manages
the Operations Planning Department in preparation of Load Forecasts of
Native Load Customer Demand, reviews/approves resource commitment plan to
meet Native Load Customer Demand while ensuring adequate Reserve
Obligations are maintained and oversees energy accounting with neighboring
utilities. Directly advises System Controllers on resource dispatch
decisions. Communicates with generating plants within Control Area to
coordinate outages/reduction information. Oversees real-time load flow and
contingency analysis. Page 16 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION
FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Spec – Power Sup Reliability
III Serves as a Subject Matter Expert in the areas of: preparation for and
participation in internal and external compliance audits; developing and
delivering training for Transmission Operations to NERCCertified System
Operators; developing tools and processes/procedures for Operations
Planning/System Control groups including OATi products; interfacing with
DESC nuclear plant personnel to develop and maintain interface agreements
and other required regulatory procedures. Represents DESC on various VACAR
committees and serves in leadership roles on those committees as required.
This position may also assist with other Operations Planning support
functions such as: prepares forecasts of Native Load Customer Demand and
reviews/approves resource commitment plan; directly advises System
Controllers on resource dispatch decisions; communicates with generating
plants to coordinate outages/reduction information; performs preliminary
load flow and transfer studies and analyzes system conditions and
contingencies. Engineer – III Prepares forecasts of Native Load Customer
Demand and reviews/approves resource commitment plan. Directly advises
System Controllers on resource dispatch decisions. Communicates with
generating plants to coordinate outages/reduction information. Assists in
Transmission Billing calculations and month end energy accounting with
neighboring utilities. Performs preliminary load flow and transfer studies
and analyzes system conditions and contingencies. Supv – Reliability Desk
Supervises and provides direction to the Reliability Desk group within the
Operations Planning department; responds to emergency situations and
provides direction for implementing solutions; ensures compliance with
SERC, NERC, and FERC requirements related to the Reliability Desk
functions; provides technical expertise for software systems and models.
Spec – Power Sup Reliability III Responsible for contingency analysis and
reliability analysis of transmission system. This position has the
responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the
stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. Employees
responsible for the operation and maintenance of generation and
transmission equipment are subject to this authority. This position is
responsible for complying with the NERC Certification at the highest level
(currently Reliability Operator). Has a leadership role on the Desk by 1)
conducting training of Reliability Specialist on scenarios and solutions
to ensure all staff are properly trained and prepared to implement
solutions. 2)reviewing, developing, and updating procedures and job aids
to mitigate reliability issues, and 3) training, mentoring, and coaching
other Reliability Specialist on how to monitor and protect the reliability
of the BES. Spec – Power Sup Reliability II Responsible for contingency
analysis and reliability analysis of transmission system. This position
has the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to
ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System.
Employees responsible for the operation and maintenance of generation and
transmission equipment are subject to this authority. This position is
responsible for complying with the NERC Certification at the highest level
(currently Reliability Operator). Spec – Power Sup Reliability I This
position is responsible for developing an understanding of contingency
analysis and reliability analysis of the transmission system, as well as
developing an understanding of the responsibility and authority to
implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of
the Bulk Electric System. This is a trainee position. As a trainee, upon
completion of NERC Certification at the highest level (currently
Reliability Operator), this position may fulfill duties of a Power Sup
Reliability Spec II on a temporary basis to finalize training. Page 17 JOB
TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job
Description System Control (DESC) Mgr – System Control Center This
position is responsible for directing activities associated with the
continuous operation and maintenance of the bulk electric generation and
transmission system. Additional responsibilities include the participation
in various national, regional, and local organizations to represent DESC
and to take part in industry task forces dealing with operational and
strategic issues. Controller – System – Sr. This position is responsible
for the coordination of transmission outage requests and generation
resources, and directing shift activities in the control room as well as
duties listed under the System Controller position. This position has the
responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the
stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. Employees
responsible for the operation and maintenance of generation and
transmission equipment are subject to this authority. This position is
responsible for complying with the NERC reliability standards and must
hold and maintain NERC Certification at the highest level (currently
Reliability Operator). Project Manager – System Control This position is
responsible for various DESC projects related to operation of the Bulk
Electric System (BES). This position is System Control’s primary Subject
Matter Expert (SME) in matters related to department operations, tools,
equipment, NECR Standards, etc. This position also interacts directly with
subject matter experts (SME’s) from other internal company groups such as
Generation, Power Delivery, Distribution, Communications, IT, etc.to
consult and advise on system control activities, capabilities and projects
to ensure consistent and reliable communication and successful completion,
implementation, and operation of coordinating and completing tasks
required to fulfil department responsibilities such as regulatory and
regional reporting. Trainer – Operations This position is responsible for
organizing and providing continuing education training to existing System
Controllers as well as preparation training to Associate System
Controllers. Supv – System Control Center This position is responsible for
directing shift activities in the control center and providing oversight
to the system controllers on shift, as well as duties listed under System
Controller position. Controller – System This position is responsible for
operational coordination of generation resources, monitoring and
controlling the DESC transmission to ensure reliable interconnected system
operations and management of DESC's open access transmission and ancillary
service market. These duties include real time generation control, real
time interchange transaction and transmission access management, real time
security coordination, transmission switching, and coordination of
transmission field operations. This position has the responsibility and
authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable
operation of the Bulk Electric System. Employees responsible for the
operation and maintenance of generation and transmission equipment are
subject to this authority. This position is responsible for complying with
the NERC reliability standards and must hold and maintain NERC
Certification at the highest level (currently Reliability Operator). Page
18 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title
Job Description Transmission Planning (DESC) Mgr – Transmission Planning
This position is responsible for the analysis and planning of South
Carolina Electric & Gas's transmission network for service to customers
and all interconnection transmission facilities with neighboring
utilities. This includes future planning studies, system performance
appraisal studies and analytical studies dealing with the steady state and
dynamic operation of interconnected power systems. This position
participates in a number of sub-regional, regional and inter-regional
(NERC) reliability groups that focus on the future development of the
overall interconnected network. Responsible for system impact studies to
support transmission service requests, generator interconnections,
modeling and for the calculation of available transfer capability (13
months or longer). Responsible for studies with other transmission
providers to assure the coordinated operation of a reliable bulk power
system on a regional and inter-regional basis. Also participates in other
NERC reliability activities and develops appropriate operating procedures
and guidelines for use by System Operations. Analyst - Sr. This position
assists the Manager of Transmission Planning with various departmental
administration activities, including coordination of SCRTP meetings and
SCRTP website access and content. This position also is responsible for
assisting the Transmission Planning engineer with transmission studies.
Reviews and updates power system models for planning purposes. This
position serves on industry working groups and committees relating to
power flow and transfer capability. Engineer – IV This position oversees
and manages the schedule and report creation for all Feasibility, System
Impact, Optional Upgrade and Facilities Studies associated with
Transmission Service Requests and Generator Interconnection requests per
the DESC OATT and the SCGIP. Coordinates all associated departmental study
efforts and tracks/post actual study performance. Performs motor start
studies, breaker evaluations, ground switch analysis and equivalent
outside modeling. Engineer – Sr. This position performs studies of
transmission expansion projects. Performs Generator Interconnection
studies. Supports Transmission Operators, Transmission Engineering,
Substation Engineering, and System Protection on issues related to the
implementation of projects. Creates and maintains the power system models
(base cases) used in power flow and dynamics simulators for planning
purposes. Performs studies to determine compliance with applicable
planning standards and criteria over the 10 year planning horizon.
Maintains computer simulation software. Performs special studies of
emergent transmission system conditions. Supports System Control by
providing information and training to System Control personnel on
transmission constraints and operating procedures that will reduce or
remove the constraints. This position assists in conducting stability
studies on DESC's system as required by system events, the NRC, emergent
system needs, or to evaluate proposed interconnected generators.
Determines the seasonal and future power transfer capabilities of the DESC
transmission system. Conducts Impact Studies and Facility Studies, as
required to evaluate the impact of a transmission service request on
system transfer capability. Other responsibilities include the analyses of
LIDAR results of transmission facilities, overseeing transmission line
rating changes, and maintaining transmission line ratings in the
transmission facilities database. This position assists in meeting
reliability standard compliance and providing documentation in support of
ERO audits. Serves on industry working groups and committees relating to
power flow, stability, and transfer capability. Engineer – IV This
position is responsible for determining options on the
transmission/distribution systems to serve new Transmission/distribution
load and growth in existing transmission/distribution load. This position
conducts Feasibility, System Impact, Optional Upgrade and Facility Studies
associated with Transmission Service Requests and Generator
Interconnection requests per the DESC OATT. This position develops load
connection projects and service modifications and improvements for
distribution and industrial customers and provides input into the
development of the dispersed substation load forecast to be used in power
system modeling. This position also assists in managing the associated
study contracts and tracks/post actual study performance. Other
responsibilities include the analyses of LIDAR results of transmission
facilities. This position assists in meeting reliability standard
compliance and providing documentation in support of ERO audits. This
position investigates computer software applications for use in
Transmission Planning studies. This position serves on industry working
groups related to dynamics and interconnections. This position supports
Transmission Planning’s interactions with generation operations. Page 19
JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job
Description Engineer – IV This position performs departmental work
responsibilities including participating in the Electric Reliability
Organization (ERO) Standards development process, ensuring DESC compliance
to approved and applicable ERO standards related to planning and system
design, planning of transmission facilities including contingency
analyses, alternative development and evaluation, solution selection,
power circuit breaker analyses, transmission stability analyses and power
system base case development. Other responsibilities include performing
transmission and sub-transmission planning studies, conducting Generator
Interconnect Feasibility Studies, System Impact Studies, and Facilities
Studies for new generators that request connection to the DESC
transmission system. Responsibilities also includes conducting similar
studies for wholesale customers who request Transmission Service on the
DESC transmission system, Capacity Benefit Margin (CBM) and Transmission
Reliability Margin (TRM) determination and reporting. Additional
responsibilities include analyzing transmission projects schedule impacts
on operations, providing information and training to System Control
personnel on transmission constraints and operating guides that will
reduce or remove the constraints. Also, this position assists in the
development of the dispersed substation load forecast to be used in power
system modeling. This position performs system loss studies. An additional
responsibility of this position is to perform geomagnetic disturbance
studies. This position serves on industry working groups and committees
relating to power flow, stability, transfer capability, variable energy
resources, and geomagnetic disturbances. Engineer – IV This position
assists in departmental work responsibilities including participating in
the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Standards development process,
ensuring DESC compliance to approved and applicable ERO standards related
to planning and system design, planning of transmission facilities
including contingency analyses, alternative development and evaluation,
solution selection, power circuit breaker analyses, transmission stability
analyses and power system base case development. Other departmental
responsibilities include conducting Generator Interconnect Feasibility
Studies, System Impact Studies, and Facility Studies for new generators
that request connection to the DESC transmission system. Departmental
responsibility also includes conducting similar studies for wholesale
customers who request Transmission Service on the DESC transmission
system, Capacity Benefit Margin (CBM) and Transmission Reliability Margin
(TRM) determination and reporting. In addition, this position perform
transmission loss studies, and assists in performing motor start studies,
breaker evaluations, ground switch analysis and equivalent outside
modeling. Additional departmental responsibilities include analyzing
transmission projects schedule impacts on operations, providing
information and training to System Control personnel on transmission
constraints and operating guides that will reduce or remove the
constraints. Also, this position develops load connection projects and
service modifications and improvements. Works with Distribution Planning
Operations and the Electric Transmission Support Group to determine the
best overall alternative. Assists in determining the adequacy of reactive
resources. Tests and confirms that DESC's power system (46kV and 33kV) is
in compliance with applicable planning standards and criteria over the
next 10 years. Performs studies to support System Control and Transmission
Operations in the operation and maintenance of DESC's 46kV and 33kV
systems. Engineer – IV This position assists in departmental work
responsibilities including participating in the Electric Reliability
Organization (ERO) Standards development process, ensuring DESC compliance
to approved and applicable ERO standards related to planning and system
design, planning of transmission facilities including contingency
analyses, alternative development and evaluation, solution selection,
power circuit breaker analyses, transmission stability analyses and power
system base case development. Other departmental responsibilities include
conducting Generator Interconnect Feasibility Studies, System Impact
Studies, and Facility Studies for new generators that request connection
to the DESC transmission system. Departmental responsibility also includes
conducting similar studies for wholesale customers who request
Transmission Service on the DESC transmission system, Capacity Benefit
Margin (CBM) and Transmission Reliability Margin (TRM) determination and
reporting. Additional departmental responsibilities include analyzing
transmission projects, schedule impacts on operations, providing
information and training to System Control personnel on transmission
constraints and operating guides that will reduce or remove the
constraints. Also, this position develops load connection projects and
service modifications and improvements. Assists in determining the
adequacy of reactive resources. Works with Distribution Planning
Operations and the Electric Transmission Support Group to determine the
best overall alternative. Tests and confirms that DESC's power system
(46kV and 33kV) is in compliance with applicable planning standards and
criteria over the next 10 years. Performs studies to support System
Control and Transmission Operations in the operation and maintenance of
DESC's 46kV and 33kV systems. Page 20 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Engineer – II
This position assists in and may perform studies for internal planning and
transmission expansion projects and to support System Control and
Transmission Operations in the operation and maintenance of DESC’s for
33kV – 230kV voltage level facilities. This position assists in evaluating
transmission service requests under DESC’s OATT. Assists in performing
substation dispersed load forecasting and load data validation. Determines
the adequacy of reactive resources. Assists in creating and maintaining
the power system models (base cases) used in power flow and dynamics
simulators for planning purposes. This position assists in conducting
Generator Interconnect Feasibility Studies, System Impact Studies, and
Facilities Studies for new generators that request connection to the DESC
transmission system. This position assists in performing stability studies
on the DESC and the interconnected system. In addition, this position
assists in performing transmission loss studies, and assists in performing
motor start studies, breaker evaluations, ground switch analysis and
equivalent outside modeling. Determines the adequacy of reactive
resources. This position assists in meeting reliability standard
compliance and providing documentation in support of ERO audits. Serves on
industry working groups and committees relating to reactive resources and
voltage requirements. Electric Transmission Engineering and Field
Operations (DESC) Management (DESC) Gen Mgr – Elec Tran/Const General
manager in charge of a staff of managers and related technical staff and
craft personnel responsible for the safety, engineering, design,
construction, maintenance, and operations of the all existing and new
electric and transmission infrastructure. Mgr – Power Delivery Operations
Responsible for the maintenance and construction of transmission and
substation infrastructure as directed by System Control and System
Planning. Interfaces with distribution and power generation facilities to
coordinate outages, relaying, and other maintenance activities. Manages a
large contingent of technical and craft personnel that perform front-line
functions. Responsible for 24/7 call out of same technical and craft group
in order to respond to system outages or other emergencies. Project
Manager – Transmission This position serves as the subject matter expert
to consult/advise the Electric Transmission/Construction General Manager
and the project management team and provide oversite for the day-to-day,
tactical, and strategic operations to ensure the successful and timely
completion of major transmission projects. Page 21 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS
FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Relay &
SCADA Engineering (DESC) Supv – Engineering This position performs
supervisory duties over a group of Relay Applications Engineers and relay
Technical Specialists. Supervisor is responsible for protective relay
settings philosophy and performs project work associated with protective
relay settings development, relay system designs, system disturbance,
fault analysis, and engineering assistance to field relay groups. This
position will also lead the Relay & SCADA Engineering and Operations
Committee. Engineer – IV Engineers classification performing project work
associated with their assigned group including protective relay settings
development, relay system designs, system disturbance and fault analysis,
and engineering assistance to field relay groups. Spec – Relay Technical
III Lead the implementation and administration of Enoserv Powerbase and
RTS software to assure that relay settings and test record documentation
complies with NERC reliability standards. Fulfills data requests for
internal and external audits. Responsible for development and maintenance
of protective relay test plans to be used by relay field operations
personnel. Responsibilities also include training of field personnel,
resolution of issues associated with relay testing, tracking the status of
the relay testing and maintenance program, and other duties as assigned.
Spec – Relay Technical III (VACANT) Develops protective relay standards
and designs relay panels. Spec – Relay Technical III Responsible for the
development and implementation of Engineering Access relay communications.
Assists with the implementation and administration of Enoserv Powerbase
and RTS software. Assists with the development and maintenance of
protective relay test plans to be used by relay field operations
personnel. Assist with training of field personnel, resolution of issues
associated with relay testing and tracking the status of the relay testing
and maintenance program. Engineer – Sr. Team Leader responsible for
development of standards for transmission and distribution SCADA
standards, RTU designs and configurations, construction of RTUs for field
installation and supervision of small technical staff. Page 22 JOB TITLES
DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description
Engineer – I Develop configurations for Transmission, Distribution, and
Generating Station remote terminal units (RTUs). Manages assigned SCADA
projects ensuring equipment is ordered and received on time. Coordinate
with Relay Applications confirming RTU-to-Relay point mapping/settings are
in synch for proper substation equipment operation. Provide EMS/DCS
Computer Support accurate RTU database point mapping information. Support
Relay & SCADA Operations in installation and/or troubleshooting of SCADA
equipment. Spec – Technical III Constructs, configures and tests RTU
panels, assists with trouble resolution, tracks parts repair and
inventory, and other duties of assigned group. Substation Engineering
(DESC) Mgr – Substation Engineering Manager in charge of a staff of
engineers and technicians responsible for the design of electric
substations. Engineer – Sr. Team Leader responsible for coordinating and
reviewing the design work of other engineers and technical specialists as
it relates to the engineering design and retrofit of new and existing
electric substation infrastructure. Engineer – IV Engineer classification
performing project work associated with their assigned group. Engineer – I
Engineer classification performing project work associated with their
assigned group. Page 23 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION
EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Engineer – II Engineer classification
performing project work associated with their assigned group. Spec –
Technical II Technical classification performing project work associated
with their assigned group. Siting-Surveying & Permitting (DESC) Supervisor
- Engineering Supervisor in charge of a staff of engineers, technicians,
and land surveyors responsible for conducting siting studies to site new
substations and new transmission line corridors. Also responsible for the
permitting of same. Engineer – IV Engineer devoted to the routing, siting,
and permitting associated with their assigned group. Spec – Technical II
(VACANT) Different classifications of Technicians doing siting and
permitting associated with their assigned group. PD Material Equipment
Standards (DESC) Page 24 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION
EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Mgr – Pwr Del Mat Equip Stand Manager
in charge of a staff of engineers, technicians, and draftsmen responsible
for generating the equipment specifications and technical standards for
the electric transmission and substation system, and to support the Power
Delivery Engineering CAD drawing system. Also a liaison with computer IT
programmers to write and modify computer programs used by the Power
Delivery Engineering and Operations groups. Spec – Technical III (VACANT)
Technician classification performing project work associated with their
assigned group. Spec – Technical II Technician classification performing
project work associated with their assigned group. Spec – Drafting Support
(VACANT) Plots and makes copies of engineering drawings for Power Delivery
staff. Keeps drawing files accurate and up to date. Engineer – Sr. Team
Leader supervising development of protective relay standards. Also designs
assigned substation projects requiring protective relay experience. Spec –
Technical III Specialized drafter-designers producing CAD drawings for
protective relay standards and developing detailed designs and CAD
drawings for assigned substation projects. Spec – Technical II Specialized
drafter-designers producing CAD drawings for protective relay standards
and developing detailed designs and CAD drawings for assigned substation
projects. Page 25 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION
EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Supv – Drafting Services Supervisor in
charge of a drafting services group that produce drawings which depict the
physical and electrical arrangement of electrical substations. Draftsman –
Sr. Draftsman classification performing project CAD drawings associated
with their assigned group. Draftsman Performing structural and electrical
red-line markups on CAD drawings and limited project drafting.
Transmission Engineering (DESC) Mgr – Transmission Engineering Manager in
charge of a staff of engineers and technicians responsible for
transmission line design. Engineer – IV Engineer classification performing
project work associated with their assigned group. Engineer – III Engineer
classification performing project work associated with their assigned
group. Page 26 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES
Job Title Job Description Engineer – II Engineer classification performing
project work associated with their assigned group. Spec – Technical II
Technician classification performing project work associated with their
assigned group. Spec – Technical III Technical Classification performing
project work associated with their assigned group. Dominion Energy
Virginia - Electric Transmission Manager, Electric Transmission System
Operations Engineering Directs the operation and support of System
Operation's Energy Management System (EMS) which provides 24 hour/7
day/week real-time monitoring and control of the Company's electric
transmission system. Project Manager, Electric Transmission System
Operations Provides management with strong technical leadership within
System Operations. Possesses and applies advanced knowledge and technical
skills to solve complex operating problems. Serves as a management
consultant on complex operating problems and issues. Advises staff
concerning compliance with NERC Reliability Standards. Assists in
development and evaluation of emergency response programs. May perform
independent research to find innovative and cost effective solutions to
operational problems. Supervisor, Electric Transmission Operations
Supervises system operators and schedules generation/interchange to
provide resources to meet load requirements in most reliable, economical
and safest manner. Page 27 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION
FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Coordinator, Transmission
Operations Procedures Coordinates transmission operating instructions and
related information for the System Operations Center. Develops, implements
and maintains updated procedures for power system/transmission operations.
Engineer Provides engineering support including engineering calculations,
analysis, research and design. Transmission System Operator Operates the
transmission power system to maintain a reliable energy supply and protect
the safety of personnel and equipment. Contractor, Electric Transmission
Operations Supports the operations of the transmission power system to
maintain a reliable energy supply and assists in ensuring the protective
safety of personnel and equipment. Coordinator, Transmission Operations
Provides support for System Operations by performing one or more of the
following functions: Effectively interface with affected parties as the
representative of the System Operations Center for any customer issues and
concerns related to electric transmission operations. Effectively
interface with affected parties as the representative of the System
Operations Center for any outage scheduling issues and concerns related to
electric transmission operations. Act in a capacity to backup any of the
other Coordinator of System Operations functions when necessary. Manager,
Electric Transmission SOC Planning Oversees the engineering support
required by the System Operations Center for both real-time and
Operational Planning. Assists with the assessment, analysis, and
recommendation of current and new projects to ensure scope is defined,
design basis and schedule are determined and maintained. Provide System
Operations Engineering support to Project Management for outage
scheduling, constructability issues, and overall project support. Study of
all planned transmission outages, with primary focus on long-term analysis
and assessment. Manage and collaborate outage efforts with PJM and
neighboring utilities. Provide engineering interface with other
departments as needed, such as Regional Operation Center. Provide adequate
updates to all departments of system conditions, contingency reports and
overall outage schedule progression. Manager, Electric Transmission System
Operations Manages the real-time operation of the electric transmission
system including transmission operations, coordination with PJM,
coordination with neighboring utilities, coordination with wholesale Load
Serving Entities, voltage management coordination with electric
generators, and coordinating with the Distribution Regional Operations
Centers. All planned outages in the Dominion transmission grid must be
coordinated through this position. All switching orders are issued under
the overall direction of this Manager. In addition, this role is
responsible for the management of the recovery from unplanned events, such
as transmission lockouts. Compliance with all regulatory requirements and
Standards is required at all times. Serves as company representative on
industry committees, such as the PJM SOST, as assigned. Perform other
duties as requested or assigned. Page 28 JOB TITLES DESCRIPTIONS FOR
TRANSMISSION FUNCTION EMPLOYEES Job Title Job Description Manager -
Electric Transmission System Operations Support This position is
responsible for overseeing the programs required to ensure national and
regional certification of the Dominion Local Control Center (LCC)
Transmission Operators as required by PJM as well as the development,
administration and maintenance of the System Operator Training Program.
This position also oversees technical and administrative support for the
real time and short term operation of the System Operations Center as it
relates to safety, reliability, regulatory, and statutory compliance as
well as interaction with outside groups such as PJM, NERC, SERC, and
VACAR. This position also oversees the development and maintenance of
procedures, manuals, and emergency plans and coordination of emergency
exercises and drills. Intern – SOC Responsible for several aspects of
engineering work related to Dominion Energy’s system operations center
planning and engineering activities. Process Assistant Assists with the
specialized processing of transmission function information, documents or
materials to include: selecting and compiling data; performing
calculations to translate data and information into required results and
investigating and providing routine explanations of variations from
generally expected results. Page 29