Physical Substation Electrical Engineer

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Mesa seeks an Engineer for our Power Delivery Substation group with the following skills knowledge and abilities:

• Possess an understanding of high voltage transmission substation outdoor equipment as well as be willing to learn the Clients standards and practices.
• Ability to identify analyze and solve technical problems related to substation design.
• Ability to work independently with direction while not hesitating to ask questions when needed.
• Possess aptitude for developing a strong working relationship with Senior Management Program Manager Project Manager Group Leads and design staff.
• Possess aptitude for developing a strong working relationship with the Client.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess willingness to develop promote and comply with Mesa quality requirements.
• Possess willingness to develop promote and comply with Mesa safety requirements.
• Possess working knowledge of computers and software such as AutoCAD Microsoft Office Suite and software used for specific technical applications within the group.

Education/Experience/Licensure:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related from an ABET accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in 69kV to 500kV substation physical design is required.
• Experience in generation plant switchyard physical design is desirable.
• EIT is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Physical Group Lead.
• Work with a team to complete substation physical design projects to meet client standards and practices.
• Maintain good quality and efficiency while developing deliverables such as: General Arrangements Equipment Plans Elevations Sections Control House Layouts Grounding analysis/design Switchgear design Conduit and Cable design Creation of Bills of Material etc. utilizing AutoCAD.
• Foster strong customer relationships through communications and support.
• Estimate and assist in the preparation of bid packages.
• Attend scoping meetings as requested for projects.
• Complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy to provide quality deliverables.
• Mentor other designers/engineers in group to increase knowledge of physical 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.
• Promote a strong safety culture within the team and advocate the incorporation of safe work practices into all activities.
• Work with the Physical Group Lead and Program Manager to identify potential areas of engineering process and/or procedure improvements.

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

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