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Drafter

Mesa Brand
Chattanooga, TN Part Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/23/2026

GIG South / Generation Industrial and Government

We’ve got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don’t delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full-service engineering, procurement, and project management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial, and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services. Our Nuclear Services Division specializes in providing high-quality engineering, procurement, design, and project management for operating and new reactor clients, and partners with our other divisions to integrate nuclear design with electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, and distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!

This role focuses on the drawings to create electrical system designs. You will collaborate closely with electrical engineers, designers, and project engineers to produce detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and supporting documentation that enable the successful build and installation of systems in the electrical power generation industry. The position is ideal for someone experienced in creating electrical drawings, control panels, and automation systems using AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical CAD software.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and cable drawings.
  • Develop and revise electrical documentation based on engineering changes and customer requirements.
  • Coordinate with engineers and designers to ensure accurate implementation of electrical designs.
  • Assist with electrical control panel design and layout in accordance with applicable industry standards.
  • Maintain drawing revisions and engineering documentation within company systems to ensure accurate records.
  • Work with vendors to obtain technical information, component specifications, and documentation.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to design standards, drafting practices, and engineering processes.

Essential Skills

  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Drafting & Design Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field preferred.
  • 1 years of experience creating drawings in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar. 3D modeling experience is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Ability to collaborate with vendors to obtain technical information and component specifications.
  • Interest in contributing to continuous improvement of design standards and engineering processes.
  • Appreciation for combining engineering innovation, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology.

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.

 

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