Power Plant Project Engineer: Design Standards & Construction

TXU Retail Services Company; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra is seeking a Project Engineer in Irving, TX to ensure engineering and design phases are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will develop and maintain engineering standards for systems and equipment, verify site designs align with Vistra fleet standards, and contribute to contract strategy.

The role requires 5+ years in power generation engineering/operations, a BS in Engineering (civil preferred), strong communication, and solid knowledge of codes, budgeting, and project

Qualifications

• BS or higher in an engineering discipline, civil engineering background preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant power generation operations, maintenance, or engineering.
• Experience in major power plant electrical system design.
• Effective communication of complex concepts.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, regulations, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards.
• Create/maintain a repository for all project designs and fleet standards – including incorporating lessons learned from previous projects
• Coordination to ensure engineering and equipment standards are accurately incorporated into each project design and Contract Strategy
• Complete a hazard analysis of all projects during pre-construction phase
• Utilize Vistra Playbook during development and construction of projects
• Review of 10%, 30%, 60%, IFC designs for construction projects issued by EPC contractor
• Support major equipment selection during early phase engineering
• Develop Engineering SOW’s & Owners Engineering SOW’s
• Contributes to economic justification/analysis for projects

Skills

Power generation engineering

Project management

Leadership & teamwork

Effective communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Civil Engineering background preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Vistra is seeking a Project Engineer in Irving, TX to ensure engineering and design phases are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will develop and maintain engineering standards for systems and equipment, verify site designs align with Vistra fleet standards, and contribute to contract strategy.

The role requires 5+ years in power generation engineering/operations, a BS in Engineering (civil preferred), strong communication, and solid knowledge of codes, budgeting, and project