Substation Physical Technologist

Mesa Associates, Inc•Knoxville, TN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mesa Associates is hiring a Substation Physical Technologist to support physical design of power substations ranging from 34.5 kV to 500 kV. The role works with an experienced, collaborative team and offers the opportunity to develop skills across all aspects of physical substation design. The technologist is expected to develop complete physical-design project packages that adhere to standards and support constructability. The position is based in a hybrid work environment, combining home and office work, and requires the employee to reside in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. It is not a remote-work opportunity. A bachelor’s degree is required. Entry-level applicants may apply; experience in U.S. power substation engineering design is ideal, while transferable experience from similar industries may also be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an established or recognized university.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Must reside within the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
In-office work is required as part of the hybrid arrangement.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power substation engineering design within the U.S. power industry.
Transferable experience from a similar industry.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

Responsibilities

Perform physical substation design with a high degree of accuracy and quality.
Work effectively both as a team member and individually.
Use AutoCAD to create assigned deliverables.
Interact with customers and meet schedule and budgeting requirements.
Perform work safely.
Develop physical-design project packages that adhere to standards and support constructability.