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P&C Designer

Mesa Brand
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

PDS 4 / Power Delivery Substation

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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Seeking a Substation Protection and Controls (P&C) Designer to develop P&C projects for one of Mesa’s long term utility clients. The hybrid work schedule, opportunity for growth, team camaraderie, relationship with the client, and competitive pay make this one of the premier P&C opportunities in the country. You’ll be joining a team of professionals with over 200 years of combined P&C work experience. At Mesa, our slogan is small enough to care, large enough to perform – which we value and take to heart. You’ll be a member of a valued team with a proven track record. Your contributions will have a direct impact to Mesa, our clients, and will not go unnoticed.

By joining our team, you’ll be working on projects that improve the electric grid infrastructure while also being on the forefront of green initiatives. We are honored to say that your work will make a difference in the lives of many people.

Reporting to our west Knoxville location, you’ll be just a short drive away from the Great Smoky Mountains national park as well as, living in one of the “best cities” (US News) in the entire country.

Responsibilities:

Your Project Responsibilities will include designing and developing:

  • One-line diagrams.
  • Three-line diagrams.
  • AC & DC elementaries.
  • Front and rear panel views
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Communications diagrams

Additionally, you will also be:

  • Performing Protection & Control design with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Working in teams as well as individually.
  • Using MicroStation to create deliverables.
  • Interacting with the customer and meet their schedule and budgeting requirements.
  • Mentoring junior Engineers/Designers as needed.
  • Reviewing other team member's work.
  • Traveling (<5% of your time) and work paid overtime as needed.
  • Practicing safe habits and perform no unsafe acts.

Years of Experience:

0 - 3 years of Substation Protection and Control is preferred.

Educational Requirements:

Associates in Engineering Technology or similar

Skills:

  • Understanding Schemes within Protection & Controls design
  • MicroStation (Novice)
  • AutoCAD Electrical (not required)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to prioritize
  • Be organized and effective

Behaviors:

  • Good Attitude – Bring good energy and mindset to what we do for our clients.
  • Willingness to Learn – Be humble and open to new ideas/methods of the design process.
  • Team Player – Have good communication and must work well in groups.
  • Self-Starter - Know how to begin a project, ask questions and stay productive.
  • Detail Oriented – Quality is the end product that we provide to our clients.
  • Dedicated – Accepting the challenge and completing a task with loyalty and integrity.

Mesa is different than most engineering firms in that we offer a small, family-type atmosphere in a medium sized company along with stability, opportunity for growth and a good work-life balance. We bring friendliness, warmth and purpose to what we are doing.

At this time, Mesa cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.

If you meet the requirements for this fast-paced, rewarding career opportunity, please apply.  We hope to see your application.

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.

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