High Voltage Transformer and Breaker Engineer

Vistra Corp.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corp. is seeking a High Voltage Transformer and Breaker Engineer to provide SME support for HV equipment across the generation fleet, including GSU, Unit Auxiliary, Station Service and reserves.

The role focuses on engineering analysis, test procedure design, and coordinating with site staff to ensure reliability and safety. The engineer will mentor less experienced engineers, participate in industry groups, and support short- and long-range budgeting and procurement activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high voltage transformers or breakers design, testing or maintenance.
• Ability to assess condition based on chemical and electrical test results.
• Strong communication and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME for GSU, Unit Auxiliary, Station Service, Reserve and HV transformers.
• Oversee generator circuit breakers and HV breakers testing and reliability.
• Develop test procedures and ensure compliance with Vistra standards.
• Review test data, drawings and factory reports for asset health.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with site staff for solutions.
• Represent Engineering Services on committees and support budget planning.

Skills

HV transformers

Breaker design/testing

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

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

The Vistra High Voltage Transformer and Breaker Engineer provides subject matter expertise for the high voltage equipment in the Vistra Generation fleet. The position will primarily be responsible for supporting the Generator Step Up (GSU), Unit Auxiliary, Station Service, Reserve, and other high voltage transformers along with generator circuit breakers and high voltage breakers. Other duties may be assigned to support plant electrical equipment. The position provides engineering analysis and market driven options for issues throughout the entire asset life cycle. The engineer is involved in industry user groups and forums and provides industry leading ideas back to Vistra. The engineer supports short- and long‑range budget planning and execution. The engineer communicates effectively with all levels within the Vistra organization and with external resources and contacts.

Compensation will be determined by skills and experience, ranging from Staff to Consulting Engineer.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide subject matter expertise for Generator Step Up (GSU), Unit Auxiliary, Station Service, Reserve, and other high voltage transformers for power plant fleet.
• Provide subject matter expertise for generator circuit breakers and high voltage circuit breakers.
• Maintain Vistra’s asset preservation program which supports long‑range planning for maintenance and reliability of high voltage equipment.
• Design and develop test procedures for high voltage equipment to ensure long‑term reliability, performance, and safety.
• Oversee testing processes meet Vistra standards and procedures.
• Review chemical, mechanical and electrical test data to determine the health of the transformer/breaker and corrective actions.
• Create procurement specifications for transformers, breakers, and other high voltage electrical equipment.
• Review high voltage equipment technical data and drawings.
• Review factory test reports and other electrical studies as needed.
• Mentor and support less experienced plant engineers on high voltage equipment maintenance and technical support.
• Coordinate with in‑house engineering, equipment specialists and operation’s site staff to ensure consistent, practical, and effective engineering solution.
• Represent Engineering Services on corporate, technical, and user group committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements

• 5+ years relevant experience in high voltage transformers or breakers design, testing or maintenance.
• Understanding of the chemical and electrical tests and ability to make condition assessment based on test results.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building.
• High level of expertise in MS Office suite.
• Bachelor of Science in an accredited Electrical Engineering program.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude consistent with the job’s key accountabilities.

Key Metrics

• Meet or exceed all annual business objectives – including but not limited to:
• Safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Provide engineering technical support activities to meet corporate development, asset utilization and market driven goals.
• Consistent responsiveness to Development, Operations, and Management needs.
• Seeking continuous improvement for personal and organizational betterment.