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CSU Test Engineer

Job Category: Test Engineer
Posted on: 09/11/2026, expires on 12/10/2026 (87 days)
Job reference #: KD 4389

Location

Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge, TN (US-Region II - South East)
Facility Zip Code: 37830

Compensation

Unspecified

Employment Type

Long Term

About Oak Ridge

GSA Per Diem (government area reference rate, FY 2026)

$110

Lodging/Night

$68

M&IE/Day

$178

Total/Day

State Unemployment (TN max benefit, US DOL)

$275

Max Weekly

26 wk

Max Duration

$7,150

Max Total

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Job description
Spectra Tech, Inc. is hiring for a CSU Test Engineer in Oak Ridge, TN

The CSU Test Engineer reports to the CSU Director/Manager within the Project Management organization. The selected candidate will provide technical expertise, training, input, and consultative support for Commissioning and Startup (CSU) project activities.

CSU participates in testing planning, turnover coordination, material management, quantities verification, quality control, and environmental, safety, and health activities. This position requires overtime and support for both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities
General
Support Commissioning and Startup (CSU) activities, including:
Installation configuration validation
Test planning
Test document development
Schedule and assist with planning CSU execution activities, including sequencing and resource requirements for assigned projects
Prepare equipment test records and pre-operational testing binders
Participate in construction-to-CSU turnover walkdowns
Coordinate with construction field engineers to support component and system turnover activities
Initiate and track punch list items developed during testing
Perform and monitor equipment testing to ensure:
Conformance with design requirements
Compliance with approved test procedures
Ensure work is performed safely and supports project schedule and cost objectives
Knowledge & Skills
Previous experience with Y-12 procedures, programs, and processes
Previous experience as a CSU Test Engineer
In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70E
Previous commercial nuclear and/or Department of Energy (DOE) experience
Experience supporting operational readiness reviews
Working knowledge of NQA-1 quality requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or related scientific discipline such as:
Chemistry
Physics
Related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A, including:
B.S. degree in Engineering or related scientific discipline
Minimum of 2 years job-related experience
Minimum of 1 year nuclear experience
Or equivalent DOE O 426.2A alternative qualification
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Successful completion of drug screening
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Y-12 experience
Prior Commissioning and Startup (CSU) experience within DOE facilities
Experience supporting NQA-1 quality programs
Experience supporting facility readiness assessments and operational readiness reviews
Work Requirements
Overtime may be required
Day and night shift support required
Ability to support field activities within an active construction and startup environment
At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time—personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer.

Other requirements

Degree
Bachelors

Experience
5+ years

Security Clearance
DOE Q Clearance

Qualifications
Unspecified

Contact information

Ky Dawson Spectra Tech, Inc.

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