Telecom Engineering Specialist I

Mesa Associates, Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Telecom Engineering Specialist I to join its Power Delivery Substation engineering design team. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 4-5 years of experience in Telecom substation design (69kV to 500kV). Responsibilities include engineering designs, coordinating project documentation, and mentoring team members. The position emphasizes maintaining quality and efficiency in project execution while collaborating across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years of progressively responsible experience in 69kV to 500kV substation Telecom design is required.
• PE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs and supporting documentation.
• Coordinates and prepares calculations, specifications, reports, design details, plans, and drawings.
• Interfaces with other disciplines on projects.
• Responsible for adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Mentor other designers/engineers in Telecom substation design.

Skills

Telecom substation design

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

PDS 2 / Power Delivery Substation

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

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Mesa seeks a Telecom Engineering Specialist I for our Power Delivery Substation engineering design team based out of Chattanooga, TN. The successful candidate has 4-5 years of experience in Telecom substation design in 69kV to 500kV substations. They will work with a team to complete substation Telecom design projects to meet client standards and practices. They will be responsible for maintaining good quality and efficiency while developing deliverables such as: Panel Front Views/Details, Communications Single Line Diagrams, Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, etc.

Education / Experience / Licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or related, from an ABET accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of progressively responsible experience in 69kV to 500kV substation Telecom design is required.
• PE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• On a task basis, is responsible for preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs and supporting documentation such as calculations.
• Coordinates and prepares calculations, specifications, reports, design details, plans, and drawings within assigned task areas.
• Interfaces with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects as required.
• Responsible for adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget on all assigned projects.
• Performs other duties assigned by Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager.
• Establish, promote, and assure quality on all project work.
• Work with Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager to follow up on construction issues with field engineers to help resolve problems and concerns in a timely manner.
• Attend group meetings with staff as required.
• Incorporate safe work practices into all activities.
• Work with Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager and team to assist with project execution, work processes, and procedures to help continually improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Use strong verbal and written communication skills with team members and clients.
• Use interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members and clients.
• Possess knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.
• Estimate and assist in the preparation of bid packages.
• Attend scoping meetings as requested for projects.
• Mentor other designers/engineers in the group to increase knowledge of Telecom substation design.
• Check/review other personnel work for accuracy and adherence to client/national standards.
• Work with Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager to identify potential areas of engineering process and/or procedure improvements.

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