Associate Substation P&C Technologist II
On-siteChattanooga, Tennessee, United States or Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Create and review single-line diagrams, panel layouts, schematics, and BoMs for medium- to large-scale power delivery projects. Examine drawings and specifications to locate inconsistencies, research standards, and propose corrective actions with clear documentation. Increase knowledge under senior engineer mentorship while identifying process bottlenecks and developing internal time-saving tools. Collaborate with drafters and engineers to ensure all deliverables meet code, client requirements, and Mesa's internal QA procedures. Work within the Power Delivery Substation group supporting clients across the United States on a 9/80 schedule option.
Required Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology
- 3+ Years of transmission substation P&C design experience in the electric utility industry for voltage ranges spanning from 12kV to 230kV
- Location – Located within commuting distance of Knoxville, TN or Chattanooga, TN
- 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
- Travel availability – Willing to travel to client sites for periodic site visits, typically 1–2 single-night trips per month
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