Electrical Engineer, Design (NPG) B

Tennessee Valley Authority; Soddy-Daisy (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Authority seeks an Electrical Engineer, Design (NPG) B for the Sequoyah Nuclear Plant Fleet Elect/I&C group. The role is based in Soddy Daisy, TN, and involves planning and coordinating electrical design work for major projects with some on-call and travel requirements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of related electrical engineering experience, with nuclear plant exposure preferred. Relocation is not offered; posting windows run Sept 18 to Sept 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of related experience; 1 year nuclear power plant experience preferred.
• Participation in Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of electrical design work.
• Performs work involving conventional electrical engineering with complex features and coordination.
• Provides procurement, field engineering, walk downs, modifications and testing support.
• May supervise or coordinate multidiscipline engineers and technicians.

Skills

AC Systems Design

Voltage Drop

Motors

Operability Evaluation

Electrical Power Theory

DC Systems Design

Electrical Equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 518905

Job ID: 518905
Location: SODDY DAISY, TN
Regular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Electrical Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 518905

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Sequoyah Nuclear Plant Fleet Elect/I&C

Work Location: Soddy Daisy, TN /Sequoyah Nuclear Plant

Relocation:Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.

Posting Open: 9/18/2026

Posting Close: 9/27/2026 11:59 PM EST

The Ideal candidate would have nuclear industry experience; other experience such as3-5 years of equivalent combinations of related industry experience, specialized technical expertise or demonstrated performance in comparable regulatory, engineering or operational roles may be considered in place of nuclear utility experience.

Job Summary:

Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of electrical engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. Performs work which involves conventional electrical engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements. Work requires a broad knowledge of precedents in the specialty area and good knowledge of related practices.

As a fully competent electrical engineer in all conventional experience aspects of the subject matter of the functional area of the assignments, plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Required sufficient professional experience to ensure competence as a fully trained worker. Provides procurement, field engineering including walk downs, modifications/maintenance and testing support.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise or coordinate the work of multidiscipline engineers, drafters, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.

Supervision Received:

Independently performs most assignments with instructions as to the general results expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisor’s approval on proposed plans for projects.

Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific):

• AC Systems Design
• Voltage Drop
• Motors
• Operability Evaluation
• Advanced Electrical Power System Theory/Techniques
• DC Systems Design
• Electrical Equipment
• Design Change Packages
• EQ
• Physical Installation
• Industry Codes/Standards
• Procurement Process

Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard):

The minimum requirements below meet or exceed ANSI/ANS 3.1-2014 standards.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other related engineering degrees from an accredited curriculum, plus appropriate continuing education.

Experience: Must have demonstrated proficiency in electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience (at least 2 years of related experience and 1 year of nuclear power plant experience).

Certifications/Licenses: Licensed Professional Engineer desirable. Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable.

Other Requirements: 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 TVAN 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.

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 www.samhsa.gov/workplace . 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).