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Civil Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 518749

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Compensation
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Location
SPRING CITY, TN
Schedule
Temporary / Other
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The civil engineer will plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of civil engineering work for moderate‑scope projects, applying conventional practices while addressing complex design challenges. The role includes procurement, field engineering, walk‑downs, modification, maintenance, and testing support, requiring independent judgment and the ability to devise new approaches to engineering problems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structural Steel DesignCable Tray System DesignDesign Change PackagePhysical InstallationStructural Concrete DesignPipe Support DesignAnalysisRoot CauseHVAC Support DesignSeismic AnalysisDesign BasisKnowledgeConduit Systems DesignGeotechnical Codes & StandardsProcurement/Design Specifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringLicensed Professional Engineer2 Years Related Experience1 Year Nuclear Power Plant ExperienceUnescorted Nuclear Plant AccessOn-Call Rotational AvailabilityRotating Shift AvailabilityTravel Availability

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Civil Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 518749

Job ID:518749Location:SPRING CITY, TNRegular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Civil Engineer Design (NPG) B - 518749

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Watts Bar Nuclear Fleet Civil

Work Location: Spring City, TN

Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered with this position according to federal travel regulations.

Posting Open: 08/19/2026

Posting Close: 08/30/2026 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Job Summary

Plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of civil engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. Performs work which involves conventional civil 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 and practices of related speculate.

As a fully competent civil 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 engineer. Provides procurement, field engineering including walk downs, modification/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)

Structural Steel Design; Cable Tray System Design; Design Change Package; Physical Installation; Structural Concrete Design; Pipe Support Design/; Analysis; Root Cause; HVAC Support Design; Seismic Analysis; Design Basis; Knowledge; Conduit Systems Design; Geotechnical codes & standards; Procurement/Design Specifications.

Minimum Qualifications(Consistent with Classification Standard)

SPP-1.1 applicable? Yes 0 No 1: If yes, ensure at least the minimum requirements of SPP-1.1 are included in the minimum qualifications.

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

Education:Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other related engineering degrees from an accredited curriculum, plus related continuing education. Licensed Professional Engineer desirable. Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable.

Experience:Must have demonstrated proficiency in civil 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).

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 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).

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 athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .

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