Project Engineer, Transmission

Job ID: 517962 Location: CHATTANOOGA, TN Regular/Temporary: Regular

External - Posting Description

Project Engneer, Transmission - 517962

Organization: Transmission

Department: Transmission Contract Engineering

Work Location: Chattanooga, TN.

Relocation: Relocation will not be offered for this position.

Posting Open: 12/8/2025

Posting Close: 12/17/2025 at 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

Job Summary

In a technical supervisory capacity, plans, develops, coordinates and directs large and important engineering projects and a number of small projects, both with many complex features for the engineering and engineering design of substation and switchyard facilities, telecom facilities, and/or transmission line facilities. A majority of the work supervised is comparable to that described for senior engineers, while also directing A/E discipline leads and project managers. Typical assigned work includes a large number of projects and associated resources, representing multi-million dollars of budgetary oversight.

Applies diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods, and resolves important questions. Develops and plans staged designs as required by individual or multiple projects. The knowledge and expertise required for this level of work results from progressive experience in transmission and/or related areas. Technically supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of multidiscipline contract partner engineers and technicians, estimates budgets and schedules, and assigns work to meet completion dates.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

- Responsible for the technical aspects and oversite of engineering projects. Business responsibilities include budget, schedule, monitoring and controlling expenditures, change control, and invoice approval.

- Performs in lead role as responsible engineer on projects, provides guidance to project teams, and provides technical direction for multi-discipline projects performed by contract engineering partners.

- Ensures that valid requirements and standards are identified and satisfied, assists in the approval process, approves project change results within approved project limits, allocates contingency, and provides input on lessons learned reviews at project completion.

- Reviews the work of contract engineers, technicians, and engineering consultants. Work consists of the full range of engineering including technical contract administration, start-up, design oversight, procurement support, construction support, and project closure.

Performs evaluations on engineering projects, accounting for quality of work, schedules, budgets, and safety and environmental considerations.

Supervision Received

Supervision and guidance relate largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts and policy matters. Provides consultation to senior engineers concerning unusual problems and developments.

Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific)

Requires sound knowledge of engineering practices as it relates to the duties of the position. Must possess good communication skills, organizational skills and computer skills (Microsoft Office, ACAD, Maximo, etc.) Experience with project management desired.

Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard)

Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. Licensed Professional Engineer and membership in professional/technical societies is desirable. A minimum of 8 years of experience in utility engineering is preferred.

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 careers@tva.gov

More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email Careers@tva.gov.