08/06/2026
🔦Next Up at MEI 🔦
As we move into the second quarter of the 21st century, we are excited to spotlight the next generation of leaders at MEI. Our future is being shaped by engineers, designers, and technicians who are advancing their skill sets, building meaningful relationships, and supporting our clients and communities across Texas.
As MEI continues to grow, we will showcase these rising contributors and share their stories. Today, we spotlight Jake Hill from our College Station team.
How would you describe your role at MEI to someone outside the company?
"I’m a problem solver with a diverse set of responsibilities that evolve with company need. I like it that way, it keeps each day interesting. For example, I could be running negotiations for a landowner agreement, fixing a drawing or permit that needs completing, repairing or collecting needed field data, or finding solutions to integrate new technology. My favorite tasks are the landowner facing ones. I enjoy negotiating deals that benefit both the landowner and the electric provider; exchanging land access in exchange for a service that genuinely improves their property."
What has working at MEI taught you that has helped shape your career?
"The only way out of a tough task is through, and it’s much better to go through something challenging with a good team rather than alone. This job has taught me the importance of the people ahead, behind, and beside you. The first 3 years had me in the field often, and that line of work is not possible without tenacious team members who will come alongside you for the hard days."
What is one key lesson you’ve learned in your role that you apply every day?
"Seek to understand and investigate deeply to grasp. You don’t learn if you don’t ask. Ask important questions, ask your coworkers for clarification when you don’t know something, and verify technical data when it seems wrong. Just because a drawing is in CAD doesn’t make it accurate, double check. Just because you have an assumption going into a project or drawing doesn’t mean you are correct, don’t be afraid to ask a coworker. We are all here to solve problems together."
Stay tuned for more as we continue to introduce the talented people who are advancing MEI and supporting the communities we serve.
