Civil/Structural Engineering Associate II

Mesa Associates, Inc

About The Position

Mesa is seeking a motivated Civil/Structural Engineering Associate (2–5 years’ experience) to join our civil/structural team supporting substation and utility projects. In this role, you will perform structural analysis and design of substation steel and concrete elements (transformer and equipment foundations, control building foundations, oil containment, cable trenches, support structures, steel framing, and switch rack design), prepare calculations and sealed design deliverables, develop construction drawings and specifications, and review shop drawings. You will apply relevant codes and standards (ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, NESC/IEEE as applicable), use industry software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, RISA/SAP2000, AutoCAD/MicroStation/Revit), and coordinate closely with internal project managers, electrical engineers, contractors, and utility clients to support timely, constructible designs. The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering (M.S. a plus), has 1–5 years of relevant experience (utility/substation experience strongly preferred but not required), and is an EIT or working toward PE licensure. Strong technical writing, organization, and communication skills are required, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams. The position includes occasional site visits and construction support, and offers opportunities for professional development, mentorship from senior engineers, and exposure to large utility clients and complex substation projects.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university
2 to 5 years’ experience
Strong technical writing, organization, and communication skills are required, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

M.S. a plus
utility/substation experience strongly preferred but not required
Professional Engineer (PE), desirable but not required
EIT or working toward PE licensure

Responsibilities

Coordinating with client and Mesa engineers, various engineering disciplines, local county and state regulatory bodies, and any other parties involved to produce the necessary drawing packages.
Design of various substation steel supports, foundations, and other civil and structural tasks associated with substation design