Electrical Component Engineer

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.**Job Summary**The Electrical Component Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, testing, and operational readiness of electrical components within a nuclear power plant. This includes breakers, relays, transformers, generators, motors, and cables. The role involves ensuring that these components are qualified, maintained, and operated in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry standards to support safe and efficient plant operations.**Job Description****Key Accountabilities:****Component Qualification and Maintenance:*** Ensure that electrical components are qualified in accordance with 10 CFR 50.49 and other applicable regulations.* Develop and implement maintenance programs for breakers, relays, transformers, generators, motors, and cables to ensure they remain operational and compliant with safety standards.* Conduct periodic inspections and testing to assess the condition of electrical components and identify any potential issues or degradation.* Collaborate with other engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to electrical components.**Design and Modification:*** Participate in the design and modification of electrical systems to improve reliability and efficiency.* Review and approve design changes to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.* Ensure that all modifications are properly documented and implemented in accordance with regulatory requirements.**Regulatory Compliance:*** Ensure that all electrical components are installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the General Design Criteria (GDC) 1, 2, 4, and 23 of Appendix A to 10 CFR Part 50.* Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and updates to ensure compliance with the latest standards and requirements.* Prepare and submit reports and documentation to regulatory agencies as required.**Training and Documentation:*** Provide training to plant personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of electrical components.* Develop and maintain technical documentation, including maintenance procedures, test results, and component qualification records.* Ensure that all documentation is accurate, complete, and readily available for review by regulatory agencies and plant personnel.**Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement:*** Identify and address potential issues or challenges related to electrical components, including environmental qualification, seismic qualification, and electromagnetic interference (EMI).* Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems.* Participate in root cause analyses and corrective action programs to prevent recurrence of equipment failures or operational issues.**Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:*** Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program or a related field* Minimum 6 years of relevant job experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power generation and distribution systems.* Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification preferred* Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including breakers, relays, transformers, generators, motors, and cables. Proficiency in using engineering software and tools, such as CAD and simulation software. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.**Key Metrics:*** Prepare engineering reports and component health assessments* Perform tasks in accordance with established expectations for nuclear safety and personnel safety* May be responsible for developing other employees in area of expertise* Serves a lead role on projects, teams, processes, or programs related to rotating equipment* One of few who possess abilities not easily gained and of significant depth in rotating equipment expertise**Up to 25% travel may be required to corporate locations, power plants, other utilities, and industry meetings to support work activities.****This position can be located at any of our nuclear sites.****\*\* Final pay grade will be determined based on applicant's experience and qualifications \*\*****Job Family**Engineering Services**Company**Vistra Nuclear Operations Company**Locations**Glen Rose, TexasTexas### *We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!*### ***If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.*****It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.****If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io to make a request.**Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, “lighting up lives, powering a better way forward” and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. 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