Substation Physical Design Lead

Mesa Associates, Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay – 10 Days Annually

Group Medical/Dental Insurance

Life Insurance (Company Paid)

Disability Insurance (Company Paid)

401(K) Retirement Savings plan

401(K) Matching Contribution

Section 125/Cafeteria Plan

Long Term Care Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Annual Performance Bonus

9/80 Work Schedule Option

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc in Knoxville is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in substation physical design. This role involves managing a team of engineers, leading design reviews, and ensuring quality and safety standards in every project.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the substation/utility industry and holds an active PE license. You'll be responsible for direct client communication and overseeing the execution of complex substation upgrades.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in the substation/utility industry.
• 4+ years in substation physical design across voltage ranges 12kV to 230kV.
• Experience with grounding, lightning, and lighting studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of substation physical engineers and designers.
• Coordinate design tasks across the team.
• Direct grounding and lightning studies.

Skills

Substation physical expertise

Client-facing communication

Design software proficiency

Coaching mindset

Pressure management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering (ABET Accredited)

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Mesa Associates, Inc in Knoxville is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in substation physical design. This role involves managing a team of engineers, leading design reviews, and ensuring quality and safety standards in every project.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the substation/utility industry and holds an active PE license. You'll be responsible for direct client communication and overseeing the execution of complex substation upgrades.