Director, Nuclear Site Engineering

TXU Retail Services Company; Carroll Township (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Energy is seeking a Nuclear Station Leader responsible for managing the Site Engineering Department. This role involves providing strategic alignment and daily technical support for the safe operation of the nuclear plant. The position is vital in ensuring high productivity, resolving technical issues, and interfacing with regulators.

The ideal candidate must have an engineering degree and at least 10 years of nuclear experience. Knowledge of nuclear standards and SRO certification is preferred. The role is based in Oak Harbor, Ohio.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of related nuclear experience.
• SRO Certification/License for Nuclear Power Plant (preferred).
• Knowledge of nuclear codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage organization staffing and performance.
• Provide timely resolution to technical problems.
• Coordinate and plan major scope work with team members.

Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving techniques

Technical understanding of nuclear processes

Education

Engineering degree or related technical field

Job description

Job Summary

This position is for a Nuclear Station Leader who is responsible for managing the Site Engineering Department to provide strategic alignment, tactical plant support engineering, and daily technical support for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the nuclear plant. Vistra nuclear sites include: Comanche Peak (Glen Rose, TX); Beaver Valley (Shippingport, PA); Davis-Besse (Oak Harbor, OH); and Perry (Perry, OH). *Location will be based at one of Vistra's four nuclear sites*

Key Responsibilities

• Manage organization staffing and performance to achieve a high level of productivity.
• Provide timely resolution to technical problems to contribute to safe, reliable, and cost‑effective plant operation.
• Provide engineering recommendations and priorities important to the day‑to‑day operation.
• Develop and monitor Engineering Department budgets.
• Review and approve activities affecting design and operation of structures, systems, and components important to nuclear safety.
• Interface with State and Federal regulators to demonstrate continued safe operation.
• Coordinate and plan major scope work with team members and OEM vendors on Plant Systems.
• Review and prioritize recommended Design Modifications affecting the safe and reliable operation.
• Foster an organizational culture that promotes the utilization of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• Engineering degree or related technical field.
• At least 10 years of related nuclear experience.
• Technical understanding of nuclear plant processes/programs.
• SRO Certification/License for Nuclear Power Plant (preferred).
• Knowledge of nuclear codes, standards and regulations; budgeting, planning and scheduling; Vistra policies and procedures; nuclear station policies and procedures; and nuclear safety analysis and principles and practices.

Key Metrics

• Teamwork and collaboration skills within the team/department.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the team/department.
• Problem‑solving techniques to address issues.

Job Family

Engineering Services | Company: Vistra Nuclear Operations | Locations: Oak Harbor, Ohio, Ohio

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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