Electrical Engineering Specialist II - Hydro

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineering Specialist II with an emphasis on power generation to lead design and analysis for hydro projects and other power facilities in the Knoxville area.

Responsibilities include coordinating with project managers, developing design packages, performing ETAP/SKM studies, and ensuring NEC compliance. The role requires ABET-accredited BSEE, 6+ years of experience, and PE licensure or the ability to obtain within 2 years.

Qualifications

• 4 year ABET-accredited BSEE or higher degree.
• 6+ years progressive electrical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer or able to obtain within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering efforts on project design through milestones from start to finish.
• Coordinate with project managers to develop proposal documents and estimates for bidding or change orders.
• Work with drafters, designers, and other engineers on preparation and check of design drawings and design packages.
• Perform design analysis on ETAP and/or SKM.
• Participation in occasional site visits, field walkdowns, or client meetings at client location may be required.
• Strict adherence to electrical codes and standards including NEC.

Skills

Power generation

Hydro projects

ETAP

SKM

DCS/PLC interfaces

Leadership

Single-line diagrams

NEC compliance

Education

BSEE degree

ABET accredited

PE licensure eligibility within 2 years

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Electrical Engineering Specialist II - Hydro

Job Category: ENG

Requisition Number: ELECT003613

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

• Knoxville, TN 37932, USA

Description

GIG Integr Water Res Mgmt / Generation Industrial and Government

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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Mesa seeks an Electrical Engineering Specialist II with an emphasis on power generation. Multi-discipline projects in hydro, gas and fossil power generating facility experience is required. Duke, TVA, Constellation, Dominion or other power industry experience is desired. Desired experience includes low voltage and medium voltage power distribution, motor controls for both low voltage and medium voltage, interfacing industrial processes to DCS and/or PLC systems and the use of power distribution system modeling software (ETAP or SKM). Individual must have the ability to interpret, modifying, and developing single lines, AC/DC elementaries, panel front views, wiring diagrams, equipment drawings, and bills of materials.
Candidate must be a leader, capable of coordinating engineering and design efforts, working within a team, and comfortable being in front of peers and clients leading/conducting meetings. At times job duties will require coordinating with project managers, and client to develop proposal documents and estimates to facilitate bidding on work. Work will mostly center around modifications and upgrades in existing facilities. Experience in relay protection would be a plus.

Education/Experience/Licensure:

• 4 Year BSEE or higher education from ABET accredited school of engineering
• 6+ years of progressive experience
• Professional Engineer or able to obtain within 2 years

Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering efforts on project design through the different project milestones from start to finish
• Work and coordinating with project managers to develop proposal documents and estimates for bidding or change orders
• Work with drafters, designers, and other engineers on preparation and check of design drawings and design packages
• Perform design analysis on ETAP and/or SKM
• Participation in occasional site visits, Field walkdowns, or client meetings at client location may be required
• Strict adherence to electrical codes and standards including NEC

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Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

Required

6 years

relevant professional experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Prof Engineering (PE)

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