Electrical Engineer - Perry Plant Support Engineering

TXU Energy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the Perry Plant in Ohio. The role focuses on technical expertise across nuclear power plant systems and components, including breakers, transformers, motors, relays, and protection systems.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, engineering support for emergent issues, and coordination of projects. Candidates should hold a B.S. in Engineering with electrical or nuclear focus and have extensive relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in Engineering (Electrical or Nuclear preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to work across teams and departments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Support emergent, short-cycle, and near-term engineering work to protect the work week schedule.
• Serve as engineering point of contact for the online work week schedule and resolution of Holds.
• Provide engineering input for Operability evaluations.
• Support post-work testing and validation.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (FMEA, confirm/refute).
• Prepare and present technical reports with recommendations for issue resolution.
• Participate in and occasionally lead special projects and committees.

Skills

6+ years of experience

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Cross-department influence

Problem solving

Power plant systems understanding

Education

B.S. in Engineering (Electrical or Nuclear preferred)

Job description

## Electrical Engineer - Perry Plant Support EngineeringApply: Perry, Ohio: Full time: Posted Today: 40016400If 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 Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of nuclear power plant systems and components. This includes circuit breakers, transformers, motors, electromechanical relays, transmitters, cathodic protection, power supplies, inverters, and batteries. The role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, supporting emergent issues, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.**Job Description****Key Accountabilities:*** Support resolution of emergent, short-cycle, and near-term engineering work to protect the work week schedule.* Serve as engineering point of contact for execution of the online work week schedule and resolution of Engineering Holds.* Provide engineering input and follow-up for Operability evaluations.* Deliver engineering support for post-work testing and validation.* Conduct complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (e.g., FMEA, confirm/refute).* Provide technical input for testing procedures and analysis.* Support resolution of operating challenges.* Assist with planning and provide support for emergent questions and in-field activities.* Prepare and implement Minor Design Modifications.* Lead interpretation and analysis of complex technical issues.* Coordinate assigned projects, studies, and initiatives through completion.* Comply with safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.* Prepare and present technical reports with recommendations for issue resolution.* Participate in and occasionally lead special projects and committees.* Perform all other duties as assigned. **Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:*** B.S. Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred, Nuclear Engineering preferred), or other closely related scientific discipline/physical science associated with power plant operations; or equivalent work experience (defined as demonstrated success at the engineer/technical specialist level).* 6+ years of relevant job experience required. **\\*\\**** Physical ability and willingness to support plant walkdowns and inspections.* Proficiency in PC use, engineering-specific applications, and engineering drawing interpretation.* Prior experience in the nuclear industry is favorable.* Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries.* Effective written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex technical issues.* Ability to influence and build effective working relationships across departments.* In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.* Capability to evaluate technical alternatives considering economic impact.* Skilled in applying systematic problem-solving processes to address complex issues. **Key Metrics:*** Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration across organizational boundaries.* Clear and effective communication of complex technical issues.* Ability to influence outcomes through strong working relationships.* Deep understanding of power plant equipment and system interactions.* Evaluation of technical alternatives with consideration of business impact.* Effective application of structured problem-solving methodologies. **\\*\\* Candidates with all levels of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Final pay grade and compensation will be based on applicant's experience and qualifications \\*\\***