Substation Engineering Internship

Mesa Associates•Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Mesa seeks a talented, detail oriented, hardworking engineering student to begin learning substation design (both P&C and physical design opportunities are available) for the Summer of 2026. Summer internships are available in both Knoxville, TN and Chattanooga, TN. The successful candidate will build a foundation of working in a professional environment, learn the fundamentals of project execution skills, and grow in knowledge of the technical workings of a substation. Tools utilized may range from MicroStation, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office products. Experience in these software suites is preferred but not required. The superior candidate will be a self-starter that loves to learn CAD software and takes ownership and pride in producing high quality, error-free CAD work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in these software suites is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Works under direct supervision of engineers and designers.
Perform 2D drafting activites for designers and engineers.
Create 3D parts and assemblies in various CAD programs.
Redraw raster images to native CAD programs.
The successful candidate may be asked to lead small drafting intensive projects.
Occasionally performs non-technical drafting support for assigned projects, utilizing various computer aided design technology.
Assigned basic, routine drafting work with few technical items requiring resolution.
Learn and apply basic design concepts for entry level substation projects.
Responsible for back checking own work to minimize rework.
The ideal candidate will become proficient in understanding assigned drawings and will eventually progress to drawing creation and design.
May occasionally assist engineers and designers with various administrative functions.
Attend a site visit to see the workings of a substation in person.
The successful candidate will be expected to work 30+ hours per week during the Summer of 2026.
Possibilities for part-time work the following semester exist!