External - Posting Description Systems Engineer, Gen NSSS, (Nuclear) - 518963 Organization: Nuclear Power Group Department: NSSS Engineering Location: Decatur, AL Relocation benefits are not offered for this position Posting Open: 10/15/2026 Posting Close: 10/24/2026 at 11:59 PM EST Salary: Competitive The Ideal candidate would have nuclear industry experience; other experience such as 3-5 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 Provides technical interpretations of design requirements as they apply to the maintenance and operation of NSSS systems. Provides engineering recommendations and alternatives for solving operational problems involving system and component performance. Serves as the primary plant contact and is responsible for assigned NSSS systems. Develops solutions and engineering options to support safe, reliable and efficient system operation. Develops and performs tests to demonstrate that 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 system precedents and performance as well as an extensive knowledge of principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
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.
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 scope, priorities and deadlines. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisor's approval on proposed system/component improvements and plant operation impact assessments.
Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific) -Thermodynamic analysis
-Hydraulic analysis
-Heat transfer analysis
-10CFR50.59 reviews
-Industry codes/standards
-Root Cause analysis
-Equipment Failure analysis
-System Operation
-Technical writing skills
-Communication skills
-Coordination/Facilitation skills
-Operability Evaluations
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard) The minimum requirements below meet or exceed ANSI/ANS 3.1-2014 standards.
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements
Bachelor's degree in mechanical/nuclear/electrical engineering or other related engineering degrees from an accredited curriculum, plus appropriate continuing education. Must have at least 2 years of related experience and 1 year experience at a nuclear power plant. Licensed Professional Engineer desirable. Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable. Must have demonstrated proficiency in mechanical, nuclear or electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.
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.
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 WorkplaceAll 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] .
