System Engineer, Components; NPG B; Motor

Job Title

System Engineer, Components (NPG) B (Motor) - 518387

Nuclear Power Group

Tactical Engineering

Soddy Daisy, TN

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

Competitive

Provides component technical interpretations of design requirements as they apply to the maintenance and operation of electrical and mechanical nuclear plant components. Provides engineering recommendations and alternatives for solving operational problems involving system and component performance. Areas of focus may include but are not limited to valves, pumps, motors, heat exchangers, etc. Serves as the primary plant contact and is responsible for assigned component.

Develops solutions and engineering options to support safe, reliable and efficient system operation. Develops and performs tests to demonstrate that component 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 component and system precedents and performance as well as an extensive knowledge of principles of instrumentation and control theory and electrical principles.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise in large rotating electric machinery, with direct experience in the application, qualification, selection, testing, and lifecycle management of heavy‑duty electric motors, generators, and associated powertrain components. This includes deep knowledge of high‑voltage motor systems, stator and rotor technologies, insulation systems, power cabling, terminations, and overall power delivery architecture. A BSEE or BSME is required, along with extensive hands‑on experience performing diagnostic testing, condition assessment, and troubleshooting of large industrial electric motors.

The candidate must be capable of interpreting complex electrical and mechanical failure modes, executing root‑cause analyses, and implementing corrective and preventive actions based on industry standards and test data. This role requires daily technical coordination across design engineering, procurement, electrical maintenance, and planning organizations to ensure equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to plant safety requirements. The candidate will also provide engineering input to long‑range major maintenance strategies and capital planning by recommending refurbishment and rebuild intervals driven by environmental conditions, operating profiles, runtime hours, age‑related degradation, and quantitative performance test results.

• Electrical Auxiliary & Control Power Principles
• System Operation
• Plant Control System Knowledge
• Technical Writing Skills
• 10
  
  CFR
  50.59 Reviews
• Communication Skills
• Industry Codes/Standards
• Coordination/Facilitation Skills
• Root Cause Analysis
• Operability Evaluations
• Equipment Failure Analysis

• A B.S. degree in electrical engineering or other related engineering degree from an accredited curriculum, plus appropriate continuing education.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in electrical engineering as evidenced by completion of Engineering Graduate Progression Plan or equivalent post engineering graduate education and experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer desirable.
• Membership in professional and technical societies 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 NPG 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.