P&C Substation Designer

P&C Substation Designer

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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