Physical Substation Engineering Associate I

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybride; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mesa Associates, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is seeking an entry-level Physical (Outdoor) Substation Engineering Associate I to design and check high-voltage substation deliverables using Autodesk tools, including Inventor and AutoCAD.

You will prepare One Line Diagrams, Layouts, Foundation Plans, Conduit/Raceway, Grounding Plans, BOMs, and Cable Schedules under a group lead, ensuring IEEE and client standards are met.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with 2D layout designs.
• Entry-level with 0–3 years experience.

Responsabilités

• Design and check deliverables for high-voltage substations.
• Produce One Line Diagrams, Substation Layouts, Foundation Plans, Conduit/Raceway Plans, Grounding Plans, BOMs and Cable Schedules.
• Use AutoCAD/Inventor for 2D/3D design and model creation.
• Ensure deliverables comply with IEEE/client standards and project requirements.

Description du poste

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

• Knoxville, TN 37932, USA
• ENG
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PHYSI003787

Description

PDS 5 / Power Delivery Substation

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

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Mesa seeks a Physical (Outdoor) Substation Engineering Associate I to be responsible for the design and/or checking of deliverables associated with a high voltage substation. This person will be responsible for the design of deliverables associated with a high voltage substation. This typically includes, but is not limited to: One Line Diagrams, Substation Layouts, Foundation Plans, Conduit/Raceway Plans, Grounding Plans, Bills of Materials, and Cable Schedules. The design will be done using Autodesk products, mainly Inventor and AutoCAD. 3D substation models will be created using Inventor to produce a set of Plan Layout and Elevation Views. AutoCAD will be used to develop all other drawings as part of the Physical Design package.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy
• Works under the direction of a Physical (Outdoor) Substation Engineering Group Lead
• Utilize AutoCAD/Inventor based physical design standards
• Performs technical preparation of deliverables and other project documents
• Ensures deliverables comply with IEEE and/or client standards and meet applicable design requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication
• Proficiency with layout designs in 2D
• Entry-level (0-3 years experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise utilizing AutoCAD and/or Inventor
• Knowledge of Power Systems or Substation Design
• Keen interest in learning and using the latest Autodesk software tools, methods, and technologies to develop Power Substation design
• Proficiency with layout designs in 3D
• Engineer-in-Training Certification (EIT)

This opportunity is for a hybrid (home and office) arrangement located in Knoxville, TN.

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Preferred

This is an entry level role

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Engineer in Training Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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