TXU Energy

Strategic Engineer

TXU Energy  •  United States (Onsite)  •  20 days ago
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Job Description

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.

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.

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, PennsylvaniaPennsylvania

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 usat assistance@vistraenergy.com tomake a request.

TXU Energy

About TXU Energy

TXU Energy has a long-standing history of doing the right things for our customers. It starts with the basics — providing electricity plans with easy-to-understand terms and straightforward pricing you can count on. But our responsibility doesn't end there, and neither does our commitment to our customers.

TXU Energy is a subsidiary of Vistra (NYSE: VST), a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
txu.com
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