Vistra Corp.

Strategic Engineer

Vistra Corp. • $90K — $120K *
Shippingport, PA 15077In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Science discipline from an accredited program.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience preferred but all experience levels considered.
  • Technical understanding of nuclear plant processes and programs is essential.
  • Experience with fleet-wide initiatives and cross-plant coordination is a plus.
  • Background in power plant systems or components engineering is desirable.
  • Capability of managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders is an added advantage.
  • Proficiency in data analysis for strategic decision-making is favorable.

Responsibilities

  • Develop long-term life cycle management strategies for the nuclear fleet.
  • Create a detailed plan for component replacement and refurbishment.
  • Communicate future budgetary needs based on long-range plans.
  • Oversee asset tracking and management to ensure optimal use.
  • Coordinate with supply chain for availability of critical components.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify and address potential issues.
  • Integrate emerging technologies to improve fleet efficiency.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
  • Contribute to significant projects within the energy sector.
  • Engage in strategies that enhance operational sustainability and safety.
Full Job Description
Job Summary
This position is responsible for planning and performing engineering duties as assigned, working independently. Reviewing, modifying and approving project specifications of the most complex nature to ensure their conformance to applicable codes and standards and generally accepted industry practices.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Develop and implement systems and asset 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

  • Bachelors of Science Engineering degree (or related Science degree from a college or university with an accredited engineering program) or current (or previously held) licensed Senior Reactor Operator.
  • Ideally 5+ years of experience; but all levels of experience may be reviewed
  • Experience in power plant systems or components engineering desired
  • Experience with fleet-wide initiatives and cross-plant coordination preferred
  • Experience in managing projects with multiple stakeholders and complex requirements a plus
  • Proficiency utilizing data analysis to inform strategic decisions is favorable


** Final pay grade will be determined based on applicant's experience and qualifications **

Key Metrics
  • Prepare engineering reports.
  • 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 teams, processes, or programs.


Job Family
Engineering Services

Company
Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations
Shippingport, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

About Vistra Corp.

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company that provides essential resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Based in Irving, Texas, Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability. The company safely operates a reliable, efficient, power generation fleet of natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities while taking an innovative, customer-centric approach to its retail business. In the 2020 Forbes Global 2000, Vistra Energy was ranked as the 756th-largest public company in the world. The company owns the Moss Landing Power Plant in California which currently contains the largest battery energy storage system in the world. In 2016, Texas Competitive Electric Holdings, parent company of TXU Energy and Luminant, emerged from Chapter 11. TCEH was then rebranded as Vistra Energy. Vistra acquired Dynegy in 2018. In 2019, Ambit Energy was acquired, resulting in a 32% residential market share in ERCOT, with NRG Energy as its largest competitor. It also acquired Crius Energy in 2019.
Learn more about Vistra Corp.
Size
5,060 employees
Market Cap
$9,272
Industry
Energy & Utilities
5 Year Trend
+1460%
NASDAQ
VST
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