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Design Technician, Civil (PSO) B - 518903
Job ID: 518903
Location: CHATTANOOGA, TN
Regular/Temporary:
External - Posting Description
Design Tech, Civil (PSO) B - 518903
Organization: Transmission
Department: Line Logistics and Development
Work Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 10/14/2026
Posting Close: 10/23/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
This position primarily coordinates with various state DOT''s and railroads to apply for overhead transmission line crossing permits. In addition to experience in AutoCAD, the candidate must have good communication skills to work with these external entities and will be responsible for ensuring payment of various fees and services.
Job Summary
Applies diversified knowledge of civil engineering/design technology principles and practices in broad areas of assignments related transmission line routing and materials support.
Develops information to support decisions on problems within the scope of this work.
May represents the organization to resolve routine operational issues and assists in planning and coordinating work.
Supports the Specialist Design Technician in providing advice and expertise to vendors, transmission line and substation construction personnel, transmission service centers, performance and test unit personnel, and contractors.
Provides routine design/technical information pertaining to materials and engineering, and reports on technical problems encountered. Makes the Specialist Design Technician, section managers, project managers and department manager aware of potentials for schedule delays and/or cost overruns for individual projects.
Supervision Received
Assignments are clearly and specifically given and work is reviewed for technical accuracy.
Skills and Proficiencies (May be job or organization specific)
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering technology and design principles applicable to transmission line routing, materials, and design.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand various system, planning, and construction maps and photos.
Demonstrated understanding of various technical and design engineering and materials specifications, requirements, and applications.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard)
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
A.S. or advanced degree in Civil Technology or equivalencies in education and experience.
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:
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].
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