Electrical/I&C Design Engineer

Vistra Corp.; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company is seeking an Electrical/I&C Design Engineer for Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant in Glen Rose, Texas. You will provide engineering evaluations and documentation to support plant modifications, own changes, install, and closeout activities, and investigate emergent equipment failures with creative solutions.

You will work with electrical and I&C systems, review schedules, perform field walk-downs, and participate in solving complex plant issues while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Electrical and/or I&C systems is preferred.
• Digital experience is desired.
• Prior plant system engineering experience with electrical and I&C components is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a design qualified engineer in Electrical or I&C systems in support of plant design changes.
• Provide solutions for problem solving, decision making, troubleshooting.
• Prepare technical engineering products: reports, evaluations, and design changes to the plant.
• Develop investigations and corrective actions under the Corrective Action Program.
• Perform field walk-downs and interface with other groups to resolve issues.
• Review schedules and maintenance work orders to ensure efficient work implementation.
• Champion system design change improvements and enhancements.
• Pursue learning opportunities to understand technical policies and procedures.
• Develop effective working relationships across departments.

Skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Analytical ability

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Job Summary

As an Electrical/I&C Design Engineer at Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant, your role will be to provide engineering evaluations and documentation to support plant modifications and owning those plant changes which includes installation and closeout activities. In addition, you will be expected to investigate emergent equipment failures and provide creative solutions when applicable.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Serving as a design qualified engineer in Electrical or I&C systems in support of plant design changes.
• Providing solutions for Problem Solving, Decision Making, Troubleshooting.
• Preparing technical engineering products: reports, evaluations, and design changes to the plant.
• Developing and completing investigations and corrective actions in accordance with the Corrective Action Program.
• Performing field walk-downs and interfacing with other groups to resolve emergent and routine plant issues.
• Reviewing schedules and maintenance work orders to ensure efficient work implementation/scheduling.
• Championing system design change improvements and enhancements.
• Actively seeking formal and informal learning opportunities to better understand technical policies, practices, and procedures.
• Develop effective working relationships with other departments and employees within your own work group to establish a professional network.

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Engineering Field required (Electrical Engineering is preferred).
• Minimum 6 years relevant job experience.
• Experience in Electrical and/or I&C systems is preferred.
• Digital Experience desired.
• Prior plant system engineering experience, including experience with electrical and I&C components is preferred.
• Being able to work independently with little supervisory involvement is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong analytical ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to make formal technical presentations to various management levels.

Key Metrics

• Teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
• Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
• Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
• In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.
• Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business
• Able to apply systematic problem‑solving processes to address complex issues
• Final pay grade will be determined based on applicant's education and experience

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Glen Rose, Texas

Texas

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