System Engineer, Components (NPG) B (Motor)

System Engineer, Components (NPG) B (Motor) - 518387

Job ID:518387Location:SODDY DAISY, TNRegular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise in large rotating electric machinery, with direct experience in the application, qualification, selection, testing, and lifecycle management of heavy‑duty electric motors, generators, and associated powertrain components. This includes deep knowledge of high‑voltage motor systems, stator and rotor technologies, insulation systems, power cabling, terminations, and overall power delivery architecture.

A BSEE or BSME is required, along with extensive hands‑on experience performing diagnostic testing, condition assessment, and troubleshooting of large industrial electric motors. The candidate must be capable of interpreting complex electrical and mechanical failure modes, executing root‑cause analyses, and implementing corrective and preventive actions based on industry standards and test data.

This role requires daily technical coordination across design engineering, procurement, electrical maintenance, and planning organizations to ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to plant safety requirements. The candidate will also provide engineering input to long‑range major maintenance strategies and capital planning by recommending refurbishment and rebuild intervals driven by environmental conditions, operating profiles, runtime hours, age‑related degradation, and quantitative performance test results.

System Engineer, Components (NPG) B (Motor) - 518387

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Tactical Engineering

Work Location: Soddy Daisy, TN

Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.

Posting Open: 05/29/2026

Posting Close: 06/07/2026 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Job Summary

Provides component technical interpretations of design requirements as they apply to the maintenance and operation of electrical and mechanical nuclear plant components. Provides engineering recommendations and alternatives for solving operational problems involving system and component performance. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to valves, pumps, motors, heat exchangers, etc. Serves as the primary plant contact and is responsible for assigned component. Develops solutions and engineering options to support safe, reliable and efficient system operation. Develops and performs tests to demonstrate that component design requirements and specifications are met for modified systems. Performs work which involves conventional systems engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements and difficult coordination requirements. Work requires a broad knowledge of component and system precedents and performance as well as an extensive knowledge of principles of instrumentation and control theory and electrical principles.

As a fully competent system engineer in all conventional experience aspects, conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of standard problem solving techniques and the application of system procedures and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Required sufficient professional experience to ensure competence as a fully trained worker.

Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific)

Electrical Auxiliary & Control Power Principles; System Operation; Plant Control System Knowledge; Technical Writing Skills; 10CFR50.59 Reviews; Communication Skills; Industry Codes/Standards; Coordination/Facilitation Skills; Root Cause Analysis; Operability Evaluations; Equipment Failure Analysis

Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard)

Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements

A B.S. degree in electrical engineering or other related engineering degree from an accredited curriculum, plus appropriate continuing education.

Must have demonstrated proficiency in electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.

Licensed Professional Engineer desirable.

Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable.

Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable. Must be able and willing to assume “on-call” rotational assignments which may include 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week availability. Must be willing and medically able to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime permitted by NPG procedures during peak periods. Must be able and willing to travel to plant locations as required when performing assigned tasks and, as necessary, to be temporarily assigned to a field location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

How to Claim Vet Preference

If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.

How to Submit Documentation:

• Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.

• Email documents to[email protected]

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .

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