Transmission Line Engineering Manager

Mesa Associates•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full service engineering, procurement, & construction management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services including electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, & distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care! Mesa seeks an Engineering Manager that will play a key in aligning engineering activities for value creation, regulatory and code compliance, and achieving long-term client goals. Operating at the tactical and assisting with the operational levels, this position influences planning, budgeting, and organizational development.

Requirements

Expert technical proficiency in transmission and distribution systems, standards, and tools.
Budgeting and resource management across teams.
Team coordination and excellent leadership skills.
Attention to detail in design reviews and field support.
Safety awareness and regulatory compliance understanding.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent communication, teamwork skills, and ability to work with others.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of transmission and distribution project processes.
Ability to identify quality issues.
Stakeholder engagement with contractors and internal partners

Responsibilities

Oversee multiple engineering teams or a full department responsible for planning, designing, and executing transmission and distribution infrastructure projects.
Align engineering efforts with organizational goals, regulatory mandates, and long term client success.
Manage project budgets, staffing, and performance evaluations, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Lead initiatives focused on grid modernization, system resilience, and integration of new technologies.
Collaborate with operations, planning, construction, and executive teams to ensure engineering solutions support business needs.
Develop and enforce engineering standards, processes, and quality assurance protocols across the department.