External - Posting Description

Simulator Engineer (NPG) B - 518423

Organization: Nuclear Power Group

Department: Operations Training

Work Location: Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant in Decatur, Alabama

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

Posting Open: 05/01/2026

Posting Close: 05/09/2026 11:59 PM EST

Salary: Competitive

 

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of Operations experience at a BWR nuclear power plant which would support their role as a simulator testing engineer. Other desirable experiences include roles as a Process Technician, Plant Operator or Instrument and Controls Technician at other types of industrial facilities.

 

Job Summary:

Provides technical expertise as a senior simulator engineer in one of three areas: 

1. Simulator software engineer - Simulator software engineers will concentrate on application of engineering principles for mathematical modeling of physical systems and use of numerical methods for coding the model using an advanced programming language such as Fortran or C. 
2. Simulator hardware engineer - Simulator hardware engineers concentrate on digital and analog design relating to simulator maintenance and modifications including the instrumentation and controls of the simulator panels, the input/output (I/O) system and the computer hardware architecture. 
3. Simulator configuration management and testing engineer.  Simulator configuration management engineers have similar assignments as simulator software engineers but will also complete simulator testing and documentation methods for meeting simulator regulatory requirements.   

As a fully competent simulator engineer in all conventional experience aspects, conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and adaptation of standard problem solving techniques and the application of system procedures and criteria. 

Devises new approaches to problems encountered. 

Develops solutions and engineering options on a wide range of simulator maintenance and modification issues requiring a broad knowledge of simulator engineering practices and nuclear power plant operation and design. 

Works independently in all phases of simulator engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. 

May direct or coordinate the work of other simulator engineers, technicians, senior instrument mechanics and others who assist in specific assignments. 

 

Supervision Received:

Independently performs most assignments with instructions as to scope, priorities and deadlines.  Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems with the specialist or principal engineer’s approval on proposed plans for projects and assignments.

 

Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific):

Real time modeling and software engineering; Digital and analog hardware design; Simulation configuration management and testing; Software/system documentation; Advanced programming language, e.g., Fortran or C; Interfacing computer hardware and plant equipment.

 

Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard):
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements 

B.S. Degree in mechanical, nuclear, electrical, computer or chemical engineering from an accredited curriculum with emphasis on thermodynamics and fluid flow and/or digital and analog hardware design.  A Masters’ Degree is desirable.

Requires sufficient years of professional experience to ensure competence as a fully trained engineer.  Computer programming skills in the area of software development, database management and numerical methods are desirable. 

Membership in professional and technical societies including utility user’s groups and computer simulation society groups is desirable. 

Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted nuclear plant access and S-3 and S-4 medical qualifications when applicable. 

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:

1. Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
2. Email documents to [email protected]

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 [email protected].