External - Posting Description

Mechanics Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 516537

Organization: TVA Nuclear

Department: Civil Design Engineering

Location: Spring City, Tennessee

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

Positions Mobility: Hybrid

Posting Open: 4/20/2024

Posting Close: 5/10/2024 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

JOB SUMMARY:

Position is for a pipe stress analyst with a minimum BSME or BSCE degree from an ABET accredited university. Preference is a candidate with pipe stress experience (Level B) but would also consider newly graduated candidates (Level A) for the application pool.

Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of engineering mechanics work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. Performs work which involves conventional engineering mechanics 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 specialties.

As an engineering mechanics senior engineer, the incumbent demonstrates competency in skills and proficiencies of the engineering mechanics functional areas. Additionally, the incumbent 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 support including walk downs, modifications/maintenance, and testing support.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

May supervise or coordinate the work of multidiscipline engineers, CAD Technicians, 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:

• Pipe Stress Analysis
• Physical Installation
• Codes and Standards
• Design Change Package
• Root Cause Analysis
• Fracture Mechanics
• Procurement/Design Specs
• Pipe Support Selection
• Design Basis Knowledge
• Vibration Analysis
• Pipe Rupture Design
• Piping System Design
• Seismic Component Qualification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering mechanics, mechanical engineering or other related engineering degrees from an accredited curriculum, plus appropriate continuing education. 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 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. Must have demonstrated proficiency in engineering mechanics, mechanical engineering, or other related engineering degrees as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.

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:

1. Upload documents in Step 8 of the application process.
2. Email documents to careers@tva.gov

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 .