Relay Settings Engineering Associate I

PDS 8 / Power Delivery Substation This 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. Mesa seeks an entry-level Relay Settings Engineer that is looking to start their career in the electric power industry. This position is for our Power Delivery Substation group which supports various clients across the United States. What We’re Looking forRecent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (ABET Accredited), preferably with an emphasis in Power Systems. Fast learner – You can pick up new concepts, standards, and software quickly. Self-starter – You’ll get direction from senior engineers, but you’re comfortable hunting down answers on your own when the path isn’t obvious. Detail Oriented – You are capable of ensuring all the details necessary to complete a task are addressed properly. Solid understanding of fundamentals – Ohm’s law, single-phase systems, three-phase power systems, and digital logic. Clear communicator – You feel comfortable reaching out to others with questions and can communicate professionally face-to-face, on the phone, and over email. Desire to pursue Professional Engineering licensure. What You’ll LearnRelay Settings concepts – Fundamentals of protective relaying including overcurrent, differential and distance protection. Design Software – Aspen Oneliner, SEL AcSELerator, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel, etc. Project lifecycle – How a project moves from conception, through design, to completion. Cross-disciplinary collaboration – Coordinate with senior engineers, designers, and project managers and client personnel from other groups, such as Protection and Controls Design, Substation Physical, Civil, etc. What You’ll DoWork on a team of drafters, designers, and engineers Increase your knowledge under the mentorship of senior engineers Create conceptual protection scheme drawings Perform relay coordination studies Create relay settings files Coordinate with other engineering disciplines Maintain quality assurance standards by completing client and internal checklists Perform peer-review of designs Progress to independent project ownership What You’ll EarnPaid Time Off Holiday Pay – 10 Days 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 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04