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Electrical Engineer
At a Glance
- Location
- Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
- Employment
- Full-time
- Posted
- 2026-03-19T21:20:21.771Z
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Energy
- Engineering
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
ensation & Benefits Health Coverage – Generous employer contributions towar
Requirements
learner with the drive to master new standards, tools, and test methods in a highly structured environment.
interest in hands-on testing, instrumentation, or applied electrical systems.
Department of Energy contracts and requires access to nuclear facilities.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Health Coverage
– Generous employer contributions toward comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Retirement
– 401(k) with generous employer matching contributions
Paid Time Off
Responsibilities
at AMS is to support cable testing and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) services that protect the safe and reliable operation of critical systems in nuclear power plants and other demanding environments.
Our engineers are not simply running tests; they are developing the technical judgment, discipline, and attention to detail required to operate in a regulated, safety-critical industry.
This role combines hands-on laboratory testing, plant support, data analysis, and structured documentation.
Training will be provided in AMS methodologies, proprietary systems, testing standards, and quality assurance processes.
real-world plant data and laboratory measurements
the state of the art in I&C maintenance and reliability
About the Company
Who We Are
AMS Corporation is a nuclear engineering services company based in Knoxville, Tennessee, with a mission to ensure the safe operation of the worldwide nuclear fleet. Founded in 1977 as a spinoff of Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee, AMS has nearly 50 years of experience developing innovative testing technologies and engineering solutions that help nuclear facilities maintain safe and reliable instrumentation and control (I&C) and related systems.
What We Do
AMS supports nuclear facilities worldwide with specialized expertise in I&C system testing, equipment qualification, wireless and online monitoring, cable aging diagnostics, calibration verification, and advanced data analysis. Our engineers work across nuclear power plants, research reactors, naval propulsion programs, and national security installations to ensure systems perform safely, reliably, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.
What It’s Like to Work Here
At AMS, you’ll join a collaborative team of experts across nuclear, electrical, mechanical, computer, and materials engineering. We invest heavily in research and development, encourage creativity in problem-solving, and provide hands-on opportunities to contribute from day one. Many employees build long careers here because they’re able to learn continuously, take on diverse technical challenges, and work in an environment guided by teamwork, respect, and shared purpose.