Physical Engineering Supervisor I

Mesa Associates, Inc•Chattanooga, TN

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Physical Engineering Supervisor I within the PDS 10 / Power Delivery Substation group. The role involves maintaining a collaborative environment, ensuring team members contribute to success, and demonstrating excellent communication and leadership skills. The supervisor is expected to build relationships, select team members for specific projects based on their skill sets, and be well-organized and knowledgeable about the design capabilities and limitations of the design team. The role requires creating an environment conducive to efficient workflow, showing initiative by taking on additional responsibilities when needed, establishing and promoting quality on all projects, and fostering a strong safety culture within the group, ensuring staff incorporate safe work practices into all activities.

Requirements

4+ years experience in the substation/utility industry, with at least 2+ in substation physical design.
Minimum bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
Ability and will to attain PE is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience is preferred, but not required.
FE certification in highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Works with program managers, project managers, and engineering manager to ensure resources are optimally place on projects.
Works with project managers to identify methods to improve project execution, work processes, and procedures to continually improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Proactively supervises staff by coordinating design tasks with project managers, project engineers, and project leads.
Ensures staff stay on task and perform duties within allotted timeframes.
Performs technical oversight and coordinates checking/reviews of deliverables and other project documents.
Responsible for the development and training of engineers, designers, and drafters within the group.
Conduct’s group meetings with staff as needed to communicate department and company objectives.
Approves timesheets and authorizes overtime and vacation. May also approve expense reports.