Electrical/I&C Engineer - Perry Plant Support Engineering

Luminant; Ohio; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Perry, Ohio, seeks an Electrical/I&C Engineer to provide technical expertise across nuclear plant systems, including transmitters, control boards, relays, and radiation monitors. The role supports safe, reliable plant operation and emergent issue resolution.

The incumbent will troubleshoot complex issues, perform analyses, prepare reports, and coordinate projects through completion while adhering to safety policies. Nuclear experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Physical ability to support plant walkdowns and inspections.
• Proficiency with engineering software and drawing interpretation.
• 2+ years of related experience; 6+ years preferred.
• Nuclear industry experience is favorable.

Responsibilities

• Support resolution of emergent, short-cycle engineering work to protect the work week schedule.
• Serve as engineering point of contact for online work week schedule and Holds resolution.
• Provide input for Operability evaluations and post-work testing.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (e.g., FMEA).
• Prepare technical reports with recommendations for issue resolution.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Influence

Power plant knowledge

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent work experience

Tools

PC software

Engineering applications

Engineering drawing interpretation

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.

Job Summary

The Electrical/I&C Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of nuclear power plant systems and components. This includes transmitters (pressure, level, temperature), analog PID control circuit boards, electromechanical relays, radiation monitors, power supplies, transformers, inverters, batteries, and nuclear system-specific control software.

Job Description

The role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, supporting emergent issues, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.

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), 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).
• Physical ability and willingness to support plant walkdowns and inspections.
• Proficiency in PC use, engineering-specific applications, and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Minimum of 2 years of related job experience preferred. At least 6 years preferred. **
• 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.

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry, Ohio

Ohio

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Equality Statement

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