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Physical Design Engineering Associate

Mesa Associates, Inc.

Physical Design Engineering Associate

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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.

Disclaimer: Be cautious and only respond to emails from our “mesainc.com” domain. We will never ask for sensitive information, such as bank account details, SSN, etc., via email. If you receive any communication asking for such information, it is not from Mesa. For any concerns, or to verify the authenticity of a message, please contact us through our official channels.

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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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