P&C Substation Designer

PDS 3 / Power Delivery Substation

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Mesa seeks a P&C Substation Designer for our Power Delivery Substation group with the following skills, knowledge, and abilities:

- Possess an understanding of high voltage transmission substation P&C equipment, or willing to learn under an experience team member.

- Ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems related to electrical substation design.

- Ability to work independently with direction, while not hesitating to take initiative and 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:

- Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Systems Design or related from an accredited college.

- 3 years of progressively responsible experience in 4kV to 345kV substation P&C design is preferred.

- Experience in generation plant and/or substation switchyard P&C design is desirable.

Responsibilities

- Work under the direction of the P&C Group Lead.

- Work with a team to complete substation P&C design projects to meet client standards and practices.

- Maintain good quality and efficiency while developing deliverables such as: One-Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematics, Panel Layouts, Wiring Diagrams, Cable Schedules, and Bills of Material, utilizing AutoCAD and or Bluebeam.

- Foster strong customer relationships through communications and support.

- Shadow Senior staff on substation site visits as required.

- Attend scoping meetings as requested for projects.

- Complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy to provide quality deliverables.

- 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 P&C 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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Experience

Preferred

- 3 year(s): Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in 4kV to 345kV substation P&C design is preferred.

- Experience in generation plant and / or substation switchyard P&C design is desirable.

Education

Preferred

- Associates or better in Engineering Technology or related field

- Associates or better in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field

Skills

Required

- CAD

- Microsoft Office

Preferred

- Electrical Design

- Drafter - Electrical

- Autodesk

Behaviors

Required

- Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred

- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

Required

- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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