Senior Nuclear Projects Operations Manager

vst; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Shippingport, PA seeks an experienced engineer to manage and complete the operations scope of a major project. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and integration of all systems into the plant infrastructure, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.

The role requires 15 years in nuclear power engineering, STA qualification, and strong NRC/INPO knowledge, with travel for project support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 15 years engineering experience in nuclear power, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• 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.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams on high-complexity projects.
• Willingness to 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 safety

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Shippingport, PA seeks an experienced engineer to manage and complete the operations scope of a major project. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and integration of all systems into the plant infrastructure, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.

The role requires 15 years in nuclear power engineering, STA qualification, and strong NRC/INPO knowledge, with travel for project support.