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Mesa Associates, Inc. Receives U.S. Patent Expanding Modular Hydropower Technology into High-Head Applications

Madison, AL – Mesa Associates, Inc. (Mesa) is proud to announce the issuance of a U.S. Patent for an innovative hydropower turbine design expanding the company’s modular hydropower technology into higher-head applications, further advancing its scalable approach to renewable energy deployment. The newly patented technology builds upon Mesa’s existing modular turbine platform, NuSTREEM, by […]

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David Bennett Promoted to Associate Vice President of Transmission

Mesa Associates is pleased to announce the promotion of David Bennett, P.E., to Associate Vice President of Transmission. David will lead Mesa’s transmission portfolio and continue driving operational excellence, client success, and strategic growth across the organization. In his new role, David will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and financial performance

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Modernizing Aging Utility Infrastructure: Best Practices

Modernizing Aging Utility Infrastructure: Best Practices America’s utility infrastructure is aging — and the clock is ticking. Much of the electrical grid, water systems, and energy transmission networks across the country were built decades ago, designed for a world that no longer exists. For utilities and the communities they serve, modernization isn’t a future consideration.

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What Does a Utility Engineering Firm Do?

When the lights come on, the water flows, or your home stays warm on a cold winter night, there’s an entire world of planning, design, and engineering that made it possible. Most people never think about it – and that’s exactly how it should be. But behind every power line, substation, and distribution network is

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Mesa Associates Expands UAS Capabilities with FAA-Approved BVLOS Operations

Mesa Associates Expands UAS Capabilities with FAA-Approved BVLOS Operations At Mesa Associates, we’ve never been content with doing things the way they’ve always been done. That’s why we’re proud to highlight one of the most significant advancements in our service offerings: our FAA-approved Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. What Is BVLOS and Why Does It Matter? Traditional drone operations require a pilot

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Welcoming Brett Varner as General Manager of Mesa Associates

Mesa Associates is proud to announce the promotion of Brett Varner to the position of General Manager. Brett brings with him a remarkable combination of engineering excellence, business leadership, military service, and a proven track record of results at Mesa. In his new role, Mr. Varner will lead the company’s operations and strategic direction, continuing

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Reggie Headrick Steps Into New Advisory Role at Mesa Associates

Mesa Associates is pleased to announce that Reggie Headrick, who has served as our General Manager, will be transitioning into an Executive Advisor role within the company. During his time as General Manager, Reggie has been instrumental in driving strategic growth, strengthening alignment with Board of Directors, and implementing standardized processes across the organization. His

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Engineering the Intelligent Grid: A Strategic Evolution

The U.S. electrical grid is at a critical juncture, and for utility providers, the challenge is no longer just maintenance – it is transformation. After decades of serving as the backbone of national growth, the existing infrastructure now faces a perfect storm of aging components, shifting generation sources, and unprecedented demand. Over 70% of the

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10 Million Hours Strong: A Culture of Safety at Mesa

This milestone represents more than just a number – it reflects a culture where safety comes first and is built on looking out for one another, speaking up, and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. Every safe day is the result of intentional planning, clear communication, and a shared commitment to

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When Engineering Meets Reality

In an increasingly virtual world, it is easy to assume strong client relationships can be built entirely through screens. But in engineering driven environments, presence still matters. When project teams spend time together on site, they gain something no status call can fully provide…which is context. You see how designs are interpreted in real time,

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