External - Posting Description

Ideal Candidate Statement: The Ideal candidate will possess roughly 5 to 7 years of equivalent combinations of related industry experience, specialized technical expertise or demonstrated performance in comparable regulatory, engineering or operational roles.

Mechanical Engineer, ERRT (C) - 518551

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: SQN Maintenance Support Engineering

Work Location: Soddy Daisy, TN

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

Posting Open: 06/20/2026

Posting Close: 06/29/2026 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Job Summary

As a Mechanical ERRT (Engineering Rapid Response Team) Specialist, develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others. Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products, or equipment, when necessary, data are insufficient or confirmation by testing is advisable. Usually performs as a staff advisor and consultant as to a technical specialty, a type of facility or equipment, or a program function. Provides technical interpretations of design requirements as they apply to mechanical systems used in nuclear plants. Provides engineering recommendations and alternatives for solving complex multidiscipline operational problems involving plant system and component performance. 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 complex systems and engineering practices and may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting mechanical requirements and difficult coordination requirements. Work requires a broad knowledge of mechanical system precedents and performance. Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modifications and extension of theories, precepts and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines. The knowledge and expertise required for this level of work usually result from progressive experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

May coordinate and review the work of multidiscipline engineers and technicians or staff specialist. May be assisted on projects by other engineers or technicians.

Supervision Received

Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Consults with ERRT Manager concerning unusual problems and developments.

Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific)

Demonstrated high proficiency in one or more technical areas.

Demonstrated working knowledge in technical areas achieved at Senior Level and as described on performance appraisal.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and negotiate at all levels of engineering and management.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard)

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

Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other related engineering degrees from an accredited curriculum required, plus appropriate continuing education.

Experience: Seven years minimum commercial nuclear experience, with at least 1 year of nuclear power plant experience required.

Certifications/Licenses/Etc.: Licensed Professional Engineer desirable. Membership in professional and technical societies is desirable.

Other Requirements: 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.