Mesa Associates, Inc.
Physical Design Engineering Associate
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Important information
Salary:
$69,264 – $80,133 / year
Location:
Knoxville, TN, USA
Work mode:
Hybrid
Published on:
18 August 2026
What they need
PDS 10 / Power Delivery Substation
This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.
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Mesa seeks a Substation Physical Engineering Associate to be responsible for the design of deliverables associated with a high voltage substation. This typically includes, but is not limited to: general arrangement, sectionviews, grounding, conduit layouts, 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay – 10 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
Salary Range
$69,264.32-$80,133.11
The expected compensation is a range determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, and qualifications of the candidate, internal equity, work location, and hiring department’s fiscal resources.
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.
Experience
Preferred
- Less than 5 year(s): This position requires 0-5 years of substation physical design experience
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
- Engineer in Training
Skills
Preferred
- CAD
- Electrical Design
- Microsoft Office
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
Required
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Preferred
- Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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