Substation Engineering Intern
About The Position
Mesa seeks a detail-oriented engineering student to learn substation design, with opportunities in both protection and control (P&C) and physical design. The part-time position is based in the Knoxville, Tennessee office during the Spring 2027 semester, with the possibility of continuing as a full-time summer intern in 2027. The opportunity is also available in the Chattanooga, Tennessee office for summer work. The intern will build professional workplace and project-execution skills while developing knowledge of substation technology. Tools may include MicroStation, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office. Experience with these software products is preferred but not required. The role is intended for a self-starter who enjoys learning CAD software and takes pride in producing high-quality, accurate work. The schedule will be discussed to accommodate school commitments; at least 10 hours per week is preferred during the semester, with weekly hours varying as needed. Summer work is expected to be 30 or more hours per week.
Requirements
- Be an engineering student.
- Be detail-oriented, hardworking, and willing to learn.
- Take ownership and pride in producing high-quality, error-free CAD work.
- Be able to balance the work schedule with school commitments; a minimum of 10 hours per week is preferred during the semester.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office products.
- Self-starter who enjoys learning CAD software.
Responsibilities
- Work under the direct supervision of engineers and designers.
- Perform 2D drafting for designers and engineers.
- Create 3D parts and assemblies using CAD programs.
- Redraw raster images in native CAD programs.
- Potentially lead small drafting-intensive projects.
- Provide occasional non-technical drafting support using computer-aided design technology.
- Complete basic, routine drafting assignments with few technical items requiring resolution.
- Learn and apply basic design concepts for entry-level substation projects.
- Back-check work to minimize rework.
- Develop proficiency in understanding assigned drawings and progress toward drawing creation and design.
- Occasionally assist engineers and designers with administrative functions.
- Attend a site visit to observe a substation in person.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
