Senior Systems Engineer - Comanche Peak

Posted 20 Days Ago
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Glen Rose, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Energy
The Role
Provide technical support and lead resolution of equipment reliability issues at a nuclear power plant. Perform technical evaluations (failure investigations, 10CFR 50.59 screens, Maintenance Rule reviews, design changes), coordinate projects, present recommendations, and support maintenance and operations on emergent plant issues while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
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Job Description

This position is within the Plant Support Engineering organization at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant. Key functions include ownership and resolution of station equipment reliability issues, the completion of various technical evaluations (barrier impairment, system breach evaluations, thermal insulation evals, past operability, 10CFR 50.59 screens, equipment failure investigations, Maintenance Rule reviews, design changes, etc.), and providing technical support and recommendations to maintenance and operations through emergent plant issues. Frequently works independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet Vistra objectives. Supports the gathering and analysis of information necessary for Vistra initiatives or to solve complex problems. The position will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others including external to the company.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives
  • Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues
  • Coordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completion
  • Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
  • Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues
  • Participate in and on occasion lead special project and committees including external organizations
  • Lead complex problem-solving efforts

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

  • 4 yrs. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred) from an accredited program.
  • Minimum 6 yrs. relevant job experience

Key Metrics:

  • Team - work and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
  • Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
  • Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
  • In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.
  • Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business
  • Able to apply systematic problem - solving processes to address complex issues

** 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, Texas

Texas
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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 [email protected] to make a request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) from an accredited program
  • Minimum 6 years relevant job experience
  • In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships
  • Experience performing technical evaluations (barrier impairment, system breach, thermal insulation, past operability, 10CFR 50.59 screens)
  • Ability to lead complex problem-solving efforts and coordinate projects to completion
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare and present technical reports
  • Commitment to comply with safety policies and procedures
  • Mechanical Engineering degree (preferred)
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The Company
HQ: Causeway Bay
1,186 Employees

What We Do

Vistra is a premier, integrated, Fortune 300 energy company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive power markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada and Japan, as well.

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