Protection and Control Supervisor (PJM, MISO, ISONY, NEISO)

TXU Energy; Kentucky; On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Profit sharing

401k match

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Job summary

Vistra's Luminant Generation Company LLC is seeking a Protection and Control Supervisor to lead a team of P&C technicians across fossil generation. You will drive compliance, troubleshoot relays and metering, and oversee upgrades and capital projects to improve plant reliability.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent AS with extensive P&C experience) and 3–5 years of P&C experience, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS or AS in a relevant field with P&C experience or extensive practical P&C exposure.
• Experience guiding a team of technicians and coordinating with vendors.
• Knowledge of protective relaying, metering, and NERC fundamentals.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead P&C technicians and oversee field support for fossil generation.
• Ensure 24x7 protection and control services across sites and projects.
• Guide P&C upgrades, capital projects, and compliance with NERC standards.
• Develop staff, coordinate with Engineering and contractors, manage scope and budgets.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Electrical engineering knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

P&C experience 3-5 years

AS degree in Electrical Power/Controls or Instrumentation Technology

10-15 years of related P&C experience

Tools

MS Office

Relay software

Protective relaying hardware

Job description

## Protection and Control Supervisor (PJM, MISO, ISONY, NEISO)Applylocations: Beverly, Ohio: Eddystone, Pennsylvania: Collinsville, Illinoistime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 40013071If 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**Protection and Control Supervisor responsible for leading a team of P&C Technicians in supporting the Vistra generation fleet. Scope includes: NERC PRC-005-06 compliance, troubleshooting protective relays, breaker/transformer control circuits, sync circuits, protective relay communications, alarms, CT/PT verifications, AVRs, DFRs, and other measurement and metering devices. Performing upgrade projects, supporting Engineering, and developing team members.**Job Description****Job Summary*** Provide Protection and Control (P&C) leadership, P&C Subject Matter Expert (SME) and support for Fossil Generation, including:* Improve operation and maintenance of plant protective relaying and metering, troubleshoot emergent problems, provide field oversight, project management, SME guidance and assistance for P&C upgrades and capital improvement projects.* Direct, develop, and support a staff of P&C technicians and 3rd party resources.* Interface with Fossil Generation plant personnel, Engineering, Power Optimization Center, and 3rd party vendors and contractors.* Provide P&C services to multiple operating regions within Luminant generation* Develop relationships based on trust, accountability, and providing a quality service.* Flexible Power Plant location* 20% travel**Key Roles & Responsibilities*** Serves as the primary client contact in providing Protection and Control services, including but not limited to 24x7 emergency support to Generation sites on a wide variety of equipment.* Provides guidance to the plant regarding evaluation of protective relaying systems and metering maintenance, techniques, tools, and standards.* Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with management, plant and mine site organizations, support personnel, vendors and contractors.* Identifies, qualifies and coordinates industry contacts to supply supplemental P&C services.* Provides training/consultation services on request to Fossil Generation Plant personnel on P&C applications, software, and hardware.* Provides technical, safety, HPI training, counseling, guidance, and technical and administrative direction for the P&C Technicians to establish the strategies, tactics, techniques, and standards pertinent to data acquisition, monitoring, and assessing the condition of power plant relaying and mining systems and equipment.* Establishes priorities, coordinates and schedules P&C resources to provide timely, cost- effective services.* Develops and implements procedures to assist all generating facilities to remain NERC and regional compliance.**Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements*** BS in Electrical engineering or related field and 3-5 years of P&C experience **or*** Associate of Science degree or technical degree in related field such as (Electrical Power and Controls, Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology) and 7-10 years of relevant experience in the P&C field **or*** 10-15 years of related technical experience in P&C and a strong working knowledge of electrical system protection* Must have excellent people skills and self motivated* Proficient with MS Office, and relay related software* Minimum of 2 years of supervision experience preferred* Works with minimal supervision***Annual pay range between $125k-135k depending on skills/experience. This role is also eligible for annual bonus of up to 15%, up to 4% profit sharing, up to 6% dollar-for-dollar match toward the employee's 401k, and medical/dental/vision benefits for the employee and their dependent family members.*****Key Metrics**•Foster and demonstrate a safe work culture•Provide quality P&C service•Employ HPI and error reduction practices•Develop and maintain a qualified technical staff and qualified external resources•Develop and maintain positive relationships with management and plant staffs•Consistently provide responsive 24x7 service•Provide required tools and equipment•Effectively manage a department budget•Demonstrate a positive, action oriented, professional service leadership style**Job Family**Plant Operations**Company**Luminant Generation Company LLC**Locations**Beverly, OhioOhio### *We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!*### ***If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.*****It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.****If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.**