Substation Design Intern

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. invites motivated students pursuing engineering degrees to join our team as an intern. The position focuses on supporting high-quality substation design packages and collaborating with engineering resources to ensure constructability across 34.5kV to 500kV projects.

The role emphasizes strong communication, detail orientation, and a collaborative in-office environment. It matches part-time timing for Winter Break 2026 and Summer Break 2027, culminating in meaningful

Qualifications

• Entry-level intern seeking hands-on experience in power substation design.
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing high-quality substation design packages.
• Collaborate with engineering resources in an in-office team environment.
• Support constructability reviews for 34.5kV to 500kV projects.

Education

Associates or better in Engineering

Bachelors or better in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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

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The successful candidate will be working toward an Associate of Science Degree (minimum) or Bachelor of Science Degree in a technically related field. This intern will work closely with engineering resources in development of high-quality Substation design packages. Efficiency with AutoCAD is a plus. Strong communication skills (written and verbal) are a requirement. The successful candidate will work in an in-office, collaborative team environment to provide engineered design packages for constructability of Power Substations ranging in voltage levels from 34.5K to 500kV. This is a part-time position (up to 40 hours per week) for either Winter Break 2026 and/or Summer Break 2027.

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

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

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Preferred

Associates or better in Engineering or related field.

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

Entry Level - Intern

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