Substation Engineering Lead

3 weeks ago


Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States Mesa Associates, Inc. Full time

Job Title: Substation Engineering Lead - High Voltage Protection and Control Specialist

About Us:

Mesa Associates, Inc. is a leading provider of power delivery substation engineering services. We offer a comprehensive range of solutions to meet the needs of our clients.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Substation Engineering Lead with expertise in high voltage protection and control systems to join our team in Chattanooga, TN.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the P&C Group Lead to mentor a team to complete substation P&C design projects to meet client's standards and practices.
  • Assist the P&C Group Lead to establish, promote, and assure quality on all projects and work performed by the group.
  • Attend client joint project team, site visit, and scoping meetings for projects.
  • Prepare project estimates and assist in the preparation of bid packages.
  • Monitor project execution and schedule to ensure satisfactory performance.
  • Perform technical oversight and perform checking/review of deliverables and other project documents as assigned by Group Lead.
  • Maintain excellent quality and efficiency developing deliverables such as: One-Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematics, Panel Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Cable Lists, and Bills of Material.
  • Follow up on construction issues with design staff to resolve problems and concerns in a timely manner.
  • Work with Group Leads and the Program Manager to determine staffing needs to meet present and forecasted workload, help identify and evaluate potential candidates for open positions, assist with interviews and evaluation of candidates, and make hiring recommendations.
  • Work with Group Leads and the Program Manager to identify training needs for staff, and budget, plan, coordinate, and conduct training as required.
  • Promote a strong safety culture within the group and incorporate safe work practices into all activities.
  • Work with Group Leads and the Program Manager to identify methods to improve project execution, work processes, and procedures to continually improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
  • Foster strong customer relationships through communications and support.
  • Use good verbal and written communication skills with team members and clients.
  • Use good interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members and clients.
  • Complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy to provide quality deliverables.
  • Mentor other designers/engineers in the group to increase knowledge of P&C substation design.
  • Check/review other personnel work for accuracy and adherence to client/national standards.
  • Independently evaluate, select, and apply engineering principles and practices relevant to the project requirements. Share updates with team and leads to continually improve communications and quality.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred. Level of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year, based on location and experience.

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay – 10 Annually
  • Group Medical/Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance (Company Paid)
  • Disability 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

Note: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes.



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