Mesa Associates, Inc.

Mechanical Engineering Associate

LocationKnoxville, TN
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


GIG General / Generation Industrial and Government

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

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Mesa seeks a Mechanical Engineer Associate who will work with other members of the engineering team to deliver projects of varying complexity and size for our fossil and hydro power generation and industrial clients.

Daily tasks will include design support for additions and modifications to power generation and industrial related mechanical systems.


Education/Experience/Certification:

BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university
0 to 2 years of experience
EIT Certification is preferred

Minimum qualifications for this position also include:

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Well organized and self-motivated to complete tasks within agreed to schedules
Adherence to Mesa quality program Creative thinking and ability to judge between alternate solutions to provide the optimal solution
Safety consciousness and strict adherence to company and client safety standards
Ability to travel on a regular basis (primarily day trips, with some overnights) US citizen
Ideal candidates will possess the following skills and experience: BSME from an ABET accredited school
Familiarity power generating utility processes is preferred
Proficiency with industry standard mechanical analysis software, including Finite Element Analysis programs
Must be able to pass security background check.


Key Responsibilities:

Preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs and supporting documents such as design criteria, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Assist in the definition of project objectives, preparation of design estimates, and definition of project requirements and routine design approaches.
Responsible for scoping, estimating, organizing, executing, and coordinating engineering projects, which may have unique or complex technical or project execution requirements.
Performs technical and coordination checking review of deliverables and other project documents and ensures deliverables comply with company procedures and applicable design requirements.
Must be capable of preparing/checking calculations using engineering formulas and skills
Should have experience with calculations using MathCAD and Excel.


BENEFITS FULL-TIME:

Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
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

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.


Experience


Required

Less than 2 year(s): 0 to 2 years of experience


Education


Required

Bachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering


Behaviors


Required

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group


Motivations


Required

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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