Nuclear Plant Mechanical Design Engineer

Vistra Corp.; Glen Rose (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Glen Rose, Texas, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to provide technical expertise across power plant systems, including valves, actuators, HVAC, piping, and thermal-hydraulic applications. This on-site role supports design, modification, and compliance with NRC requirements.

The position emphasizes safe, efficient operations, with responsibilities spanning analysis, testing, and field activities at the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Engineering; Mechanical Engineering preferred or Nuclear Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in medium to large industrial facilities.
• Willingness to support plant walkdowns and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration control through calculations, reviews, and design modifications.
• Assist in analysis, evaluation, and implementation of component repairs or replacement.
• Support emergent, short-cycle engineering work to protect the schedule.
• Serve as engineering contact for online work week scheduling and engineering holds.
• Provide input for operability evaluations and post-work testing.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Nuclear industry knowledge

Configuration control

Root cause analysis

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Nuclear engineering preferred

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Glen Rose, Texas, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to provide technical expertise across power plant systems, including valves, actuators, HVAC, piping, and thermal-hydraulic applications. This on-site role supports design, modification, and compliance with NRC requirements.

The position emphasizes safe, efficient operations, with responsibilities spanning analysis, testing, and field activities at the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant.