About the role#
Mesa Associates, Inc. is hiring a Substation Design Intern for their power delivery team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a part-time position available during Winter 2027 and Summer 2027. You will work in an office environment as part of a team.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineering staff to develop high-quality substation design packages.
- Create engineered design packages focused on the constructability of power substations.
- Work on projects ranging in voltage levels from 34.5kV to 500kV.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing at least an Associate of Science degree or a Bachelor of Science degree in a technical field, such as Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD is considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Knoxville, Tennessee, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, up to 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Mesa Associates, Inc
Mesa Associates is an engineering, procurement, and construction management firm. Founded in 1988, the company provides technical services to government, heavy industrial, and electric utility clients. It maintains a staff of 884 employees across multiple office locations. The firm specializes in power delivery, systems integration, and various engineering disciplines including civil, structural, and electrical design.
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