Electrical Engineering Associate I

PDS 5 / Power Delivery Substation

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Mesa seeks a Electrical Engineering Associate I to be responsible for the design and/or checking of deliverables associated with a high voltage substation. This typically includes, but is not limited to: single line diagrams, control house layouts, panel front views, elementary and/or schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, nameplate drawings, bills of materials, and cable schedules, as well as construction turnover documentation.

• Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, and the ability to convey technical knowledge in simple and practical language
• Works under the direction of Senior Engineers and Project Engineers
• As a fully competent engineer, independently evaluates, selects and applies engineering principles and practices relevant to the project requirements
• Works with the Project Engineer and Program Manager to define project objectives, prepare design estimates, and define project requirements and design approaches for large or complex projects.
• Responsible for determining design approach and working with design team to prepare required design documents (e.g., drawings, specifications, calculations, etc.).
• Responsible for conceptualizing the initial design approach for a major phase of a large project, or have overall responsibility for the engineering work on a routine project.
• Performs technical and coordination checking of deliverables and other project documents. Ensures deliverables comply with IEEE and/or client standards and meet applicable design requirements.

The successful candidate will be required to report to our Knoxville office.

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Experience

Preferred

• Less than 4 year(s): This position requires 0-4 years of substation P&C design experience

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Engineer in Training

Skills

Preferred

• Engineering Design
• Microsoft Office

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

Preferred

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

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