Physical Engineer I

PDS 2 / Power Delivery Substation

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Mesa seeks a Physical Engineer I for our Power Delivery Substation engineering design team based out of Chattanooga, TN. The successful candidate has 4-5 years of experience in Physical substation design in 69kV to 500kV substations. They will work with a team to complete substation Physical design projects to meet client standards and practices. They will be responsible for maintaining good quality and efficiency while developing deliverables such as: General/Electrical Arrangement Plans, Equipment Plans/Layouts/Sections, Conduit & Cabling, Grounding & Lighting, 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 Physical design is required.
• PE is required.

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 Physical 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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Experience

Required

• 4 - 5 years: The successful candidate has 4-5 years of experience in Physical substation design in 69kV to 500kV substations.

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Engineer in Training
• Prof Engineering (PE)

Skills

Required

• CAD
• Microsoft Office

Behaviors

Required

• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• 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
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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