What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Physical (Outdoor) Engineering Associate position at Mesa Associates, Inc.?
PDS 6 / Power Delivery Substation
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Mesa seeks a Substation Physical (Outdoor) Engineering Associate to be responsible for the design and/or checking of deliverables associated with a high voltage substation design projects. Candidate must be familiar with the design of One Line Diagrams, Substation Layouts, Foundation Plans, Conduit/Raceway Plans, Grounding Plans, Bills of Materials, and Cable Schedules. The design will be completed using Autodesk products, mainly Inventor and AutoCAD.
Responsibilities
- Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy
- Works under the direction of a Substation Physical (Outdoor) Engineering Group Lead
- Utilize AutoCAD based physical design standards
- Performs technical preparation of deliverables and other project documents
- Ensures deliverables comply with IEEE and/or client standards and meet applicable design requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited)
- 0-2 years experience in the design of substation physical design deliverables
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication
- Proficiency with layout designs in 2D
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise utilizing AutoCAD and/or Inventor
- Knowledge of Power Systems or Substation Design
- Keen interest in learning and using the latest Autodesk software tools, methods, and technologies to develop Power Substation design
- Proficiency with layout designs in 3D
This opportunity is for a hybrid (home and office) arrangement located in Chattanooga, TN.
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Experience
Required- Less than 2 year(s): Experience in the design of substation physical design deliverables
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Engineer in Training
Behaviors
Preferred- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Preferred- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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