Senior Operations Lead, Major Nuclear Projects

Vistra Corp.; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Shippingport, PA, seeks an senior Operations Engineering leader to manage the operations scope of a major project and provide fleet project support. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and integration of systems into existing plant infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 15 years in nuclear power engineering with at least 5 in leadership, and STA qualification. Travel for project support is expected.

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.
• 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 interconnecting modifications to ensure system compatibility and operational readiness.
• Direct and approve Operations reviews, ensuring alignment with nuclear safety and licensing requirements.
• Manage support contract organization to maintain quality, scope, and schedule compliance.
• Lead Independent Operational Reviews to validate design integrity and compliance with nuclear standards.
• Interface with regulatory bodies, internal stakeholders, and external contractors to meet NRC/INPO requirements.
• Drive resolution of technical issues to support project milestones.
• Ensure system designs consider long-term operability, maintainability, and plant integration.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Nuclear Power Experience

NRC Regulations Knowledge

Team Leadership

Travel Availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Shippingport, PA, seeks an senior Operations Engineering leader to manage the operations scope of a major project and provide fleet project support. You will ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and integration of systems into existing plant infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 15 years in nuclear power engineering with at least 5 in leadership, and STA qualification. Travel for project support is expected.