Strategic Engineer (Electrical I&C Mechanical)

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Job Summary

Normal career level cap position within the engineering hierarchy.
General analysis and implementation of generation technologies for application to Vistra operations or commercial development.
Manage programs and projects to enhance the commercial availability of new technologies and enhancement to existing technologies.

Job Description

This position can be based at any of our 4 nuclear power plants:

• Beaver Valley (Shippingport PA)
• Davis-Besse (Oak Harbor OH)
• Perry (Perry OH)
• Comanche Peak (Glen Rose TX)

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement long-term life cycle management strategies for the VISTRA nuclear fleet focusing on operational sustainability safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Create a comprehensive long-range plan for component replacement and refurbishment including timelines and critical milestones.
• Inform the VISTRA corporation of future budgetary needs based on the long-range plan.
• Work with cross functional teams to develop major outage and preventative maintenance work scope.

• Asset Management:
  • Oversee the tracking and management of assets throughout their life cycle ensuring optimal utilization and timely maintenance and replacement.
  • Coordinate with supply chain partners to ensure availability and reliability of critical components and materials over the long term.
• Risk Assessment:
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential issues and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the safety and reliability of the fleet.
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address long-term challenges and uncertainties
• Technology Integration:
  • Identify and integrate emerging technologies and best practices to enhance fleet efficiency.
  • Evaluate the impact of new technologies on the long-range plan and component life cycles.

Education Experience & Skill Requirements:

• BS or greater in an Engineering discipline (preference for: Electrical Mechanical Chemical or Nuclear Engineering)
• Licensed Professional Engineer or meets additional years of experience requirements preferred but not required.
• Demonstrates and applies knowledge of current and pending regulatory code and general industry issues to resolve Vistras interests.
• Proficient with technical evaluation processes.
• Proficient in nuclear plant technologies
• Preferred 8 years experience in power plant operations / engineering or comparable industries
• Demonstrates application of fundamental scientific principles
• Communication Must be able to effectively communicate with peers management and/or represent Vistras interests to outside agencies
• Able to execute projects/strategies with some oversight.
• Demonstrated high performer through consecutive evaluations or work history for external candidates.

**Candidates with all levels of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Final pay grade and compensation will be based on applicants experience and qualifications**

Key Metrics:

• Individual contributor in field of expertise.
• Provides technical support on a fleetwide basis
• Maintain effective working relationships. Be able to explain technical information to ensure work/repairs completed correctly.

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Shippingport Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

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Required Experience:

IC