United States Government - Chattanooga, TN
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Mechanics Engineer, Design (NPG) B position at TVA Nuclear involves planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating detailed phases of engineering mechanics work within a major project or a project of moderate scope. The role requires the incumbent to perform work that involves conventional engineering mechanics practices, while also addressing complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and challenging coordination requirements. The position demands a broad knowledge of precedents in the specialty area and a solid understanding of related specialties. As a senior engineer in engineering mechanics, the incumbent is expected to demonstrate competency in various functional areas. This includes planning and conducting work that requires independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. The role also involves devising new approaches to problems encountered in the field. The incumbent must possess sufficient professional experience to ensure competence as a fully trained worker. Additionally, the position provides procurement and field engineering support, which includes walk downs, modifications/maintenance, and testing support. The role may involve supervising or coordinating the work of multidiscipline engineers, CAD Technicians, and other technicians who assist in specific assignments. The incumbent will independently perform most assignments with general instructions regarding expected results, while receiving technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and requiring supervisor approval for proposed project plans.
Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of engineering mechanics work.
- Perform work involving conventional engineering mechanics practices with complex features.
- Demonstrate competency in engineering mechanics functional areas.
- Plan and conduct work requiring independent evaluation and selection of techniques and procedures.
- Devise new approaches to engineering problems encountered.
- Provide procurement and field engineering support, including walk downs and testing support.
- Supervise or coordinate the work of multidiscipline engineers and technicians.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering mechanics, mechanical engineering, or related engineering field from an accredited curriculum.
- Professional Engineer license is desirable.
- Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable.
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable.
- Willingness to assume "on-call" rotational assignments, including 24/7 availability.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime during peak periods.
- Demonstrated proficiency in engineering mechanics or related engineering fields.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Pipe Stress Analysis and Design Change Package Codes and Standards.
- Knowledge of Procurement/Design Specs and Pipe Support Selection.
- Familiarity with Fracture Mechanics and Pipe Rupture Design.
- Experience in Root Cause Analysis and Vibration Analysis.
- Understanding of Piping System Design and Design Basis Knowledge.
- Knowledge of Seismic Component Qualification.
Benefits
- Relocation benefits aligned with federal travel regulations.
- Competitive salary.
- Hybrid mobility options.
