Mid Level Electrical Engineer - Engineering Associate II/Engineering Specialist in Chattanooga

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PDS 8 / Power Delivery Substation

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

Mesa seeks a mid-level electrical engineer Substation Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer that is looking to further their career in the electric power industry. This position is for our Power Delivery Substation group which supports various clients across the United States.

What We’re Looking for

• Graduate with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (ABET Accredited).
• 3+ Years of transmission substation P&C design experience in the electric utility industry for voltage ranges spanning from 12kV to 230kV.
• Fast learner – You can pick up new concepts, standards, and software quickly.
• Understanding of protection fundamentals – CTs, VTs, differential protection, CB protection, line protection, etc.
• Design software proficiency – Utilizes AutoCAD to develop designs and can provide design markups using Bluebeam Revu.
• Independent problem-solver – Can spot inconsistencies, trace root causes in drawings or specifications, and deliver well-documented solutions with minimal supervision.
• Effective communicator – Comfortable presenting technical findings to leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams.
• Desire to pursue Professional Engineering licensure.

What You’ll Learn

• Project ownership - The process for leading a project’s design from concept to close-out; aiming for schedule and cost targets.
• Leadership - Guiding junior engineers on drafting standards, calculation methods, and best-practice workflows.
• Professional communication - Presenting design rationale and progress updates to clients, senior management, and cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Work on a team of drafters, designers, and engineers.
• Increase your knowledge under the mentorship of senior engineers.
• Create and review single-line/three-line diagrams, panel layouts, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, battery size calculations, and BoMs for medium- to large-scale projects.
• Examine drawings, specifications, and calculations to locate inconsistencies; research standards or vendor data; propose corrective actions with clear documentation—all with minimal supervision.
• Identify process bottlenecks, develop internal time-saving tools, and contribute to Mesa’s internal knowledge base.
• Ensure all deliverables meet code, client requirements, and Mesa’s internal QA procedures.

What You’ll Earn

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay – 10 Days Annually
• Group Medical/Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401(K) Retirement Savings plan
• 401(K) Matching Contribution
• Section 125/Cafeteria Plan
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Annual Performance Bonus
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option

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 for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.

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