Nuclear Major Projects Operations Lead

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company; Beaver Valley (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company is seeking an experienced Operations leader to manage the scope of a major project at Beaver Valley and provide fleet project support. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful integration of all systems into the plant infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, ~15 years in nuclear engineering with leadership experience, STA qualification, and willingness to travel for project support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 15 years of engineering experience in nuclear power, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Shift Technical Advisor (STA) qualified.
• Experience with Ops Impacts, evaluations, training, procedures, site coordination, and Comanche Peak site processes.
• Strong knowledge of NRC regulations, INPO guidelines, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams on high‑complexity projects.
• Available for travel for project support.

Responsibilities

• Provide Operations oversight and technical direction for all design, modification, and testing activities.
• Coordinate all interconnecting modifications to ensure system compatibility and operational readiness between Vistra and the Contractors.
• Direct and approve Operations reviews, ensuring alignment with nuclear safety and licensing requirements.
• Manage and guide support contract organization to maintain quality, scope, and schedule compliance.
• Manage and Lead Independent Operational Reviews to validate design integrity, constructability, and compliance with nuclear standards.
• Interface with regulatory bodies, internal stakeholders, and external contractors to ensure all engineering deliverables meet NRC and INPO requirements.
• Drive resolution of technical issues, ensuring timely decision‑making to support project milestones.
• Ensure system designs consider long‑term operability, maintainability, and integration with plant operations to include online and offline impacts, procedures, training, turnover and commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Nuclear industry experience

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

STA qualification

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company is seeking an experienced Operations leader to manage the scope of a major project at Beaver Valley and provide fleet project support. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful integration of all systems into the plant infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, ~15 years in nuclear engineering with leadership experience, STA qualification, and willingness to travel for project support.