Electrical Engineer - Perry Plant Support Engineering

TXU Energy (Vistra Corp); Ohio; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Perry, Ohio, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of nuclear plant systems and components. The role supports plant reliability, emergent issue resolution, and safe, efficient operations.

Required qualifications include a B.S. in Electrical or Nuclear Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience, with strong teamwork and communication skills and the ability to influence across

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred, Nuclear Engineering preferred), or equivalent work experience
• 6+ years of relevant job experience required
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries

Responsibilities

• 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)
• 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

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Influence

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Nuclear Engineering

Job description

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 **

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry, Ohio

Ohio

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!

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