Electrical Engineer, Design (PSO) B - 518968

Tennessee Valley Authority; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Authority in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is looking for an Electrical Engineer, Design (PSO) B, to plan, schedule, and coordinate design work for power transmission, substation, and switchyard facilities. The role involves coordinating complex design requirements and ensuring compatibility with existing standards.

The position requires strong technical knowledge and independent judgment; licensure as a Professional Engineer is desirable, with opportunities to supervise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer desirable.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of electrical engineering work for transmission, substation, and switchyard facilities.
• May supervise or coordinate the work of multidiscipline engineers, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.
• Independently performs most assignments with guidance on unusual problems and higher level approvals for project plans.

Skills

Power Systems Interpersonal Skills

AC Systems Design Load Studies

Short Circuit Analysis Coordination

Engineering Economy Power Apparatus

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Professional Engineer license desirable

Membership in professional societies desirable

Job description

External - Posting Description

Electrical Engineer, Design (PSO) B - 518968

Organization: Transmission

Department: Protection & Control

Work Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.

Posting Open: 10/5/2026

Posting Close: 10/14/2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Grade / Salary: Competitive

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 for the engineering and engineering design of Power transmission, substation and switchyard facilities. 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 a good knowledge of and practices of related areas. Attends project scoping meetings and proposes design to ensure compatibility with existing standards and facilities. 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. Publication of engineering papers and articles in professional and trade journals is desirable.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise or coordinate the work of multidiscipline engineers, 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 higher level engineer’s approval on proposed plans for projects.

Skills And Proficiencies (May Be Job Or Organization Specific)

• Power Systems Interpersonal Skills
• AC Systems Design Load Studies
• Short Circuit Analysis Coordination Studies
• Engineering Economy Power Apparatus
• Computer Skills

Minimum Qualifications (Consistent With Classification Standard)

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

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Licensed Professional Engineer desirable.
• Membership in professional/technical societies is desirable.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.

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 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).