Lead Designer

PDS 2 / Power Delivery SubstationThis position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.Disclaimer: Be cautious and only respond to emails from our "mesainc.com" domain. We will never ask for sensitive information, such as bank account details, SSN, etc., via email. If you receive any communication asking for such information, it is not from Mesa. For any concerns, or to verify the authenticity of a message, please contact us through our official channels.We are looking for an experienced Substation P&C Designer that is wanting to lead a team. The Lead Designer creates, prepares, and modifies design drawings as directed by a supervisor and/or other design team members. Proficient in design software, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc., and at leading, instructing, and supervising multi-discipline design team members on a project level across different departments. Creates work assignments for multidiscipline design staff, manages those assignments, acts as technical advisor, and ensures work tasks adhere to project budget and schedule constraints. Collaborates effectively and efficiently with multi-discipline departments on all projects.ResponsibilitiesPerforms a self-check on all work assignments prior to returning them to the checker and performs assignments with little to no errors and within allotted budgets/schedules.Develop and/or assist in the development or check of AC Schematics, DC Schematics, Panel Layouts, Wiring/Connection diagrams, and Bills of Materials.Proficient at leading, instructing, and supervising multi-discipline design team members on a project level across different departments.Creates work assignments for multidiscipline design staff, manages those assignments, acts as technical advisor, and ensures work tasks adhere to project budget and schedule constraints.Collaborates effectively and efficiently with multi-discipline departments on all projects.P&C design for substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV.Work in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high and extra-high voltage substations.Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.Properly apply client's substation design standards to the work.Successfully work on multiple projects concurrently.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.QualificationsElectrical Design: AdvancedCollaboration: IntermediateDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellLeader: Inspires teammates to follow themTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityEntrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the businessPreferred Education: Associates or better in CAD/ Computer Aided Draft.Associates or better in Engineering Technology.Required Experience: 12 years: Substation P&C Design experience