Sr. Nuclear QA/QC Technician - Beaver Valley

TXU Energy; Beaver Valley (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear is seeking an inspector at Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Plant to provide inspection, testing and evaluation services.

You will apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, welding and I&C work, read construction drawings, review documents and ensure compliance with ASME codes and nuclear standards. Occasional travel to Vistra Nuclear and vendors; nuclear inspections preferred; minimum high school diploma and 5 years in inspection.

Qualifications

• Education as required by regulatory agencies; minimum High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years in inspection, examination, or testing activities is required.
• Certification examples include MT, PT, NACE, or CWI; any current or previous certification is a plus.
• Nuclear inspections would be a plus.
• Technical understanding of multiple nuclear plant processes / programs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and evaluate work to ensure compliance with standards.
• Evaluate test results for dedication/acceptance of parts/materials.
• Observe and monitor ongoing work activities.
• Review documents for compliance with specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Occasional travel between Vistra Nuclear and vendors.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Electrical understanding

Welding understanding

I&C understanding

Compliance evaluation

Materials knowledge

ASME Codes

Inspection skills

Test evaluation

Observation

Document review

NDE certification

Precision measurement

Reading drawings

Nuclear codes

Material specs

Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Provide inspection, testing and evaluation services at Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Plant.

Key Accountabilities

• Required understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, Welding and I&C work activities
• Directly evaluate performance of work performed against Vistra Nuclear and industry standards to determine compliance
• Understanding of materials, material properties, and failure modes
• Working knowledge of ASME Codes Section II, III, V, IX, and XI
• Perform inspections of work being performed in support of Vistra Nuclear
• Perform and evaluate test results for dedication/acceptance of parts/materials
• Observe and monitor work activities
• Perform document reviews for compliance with specification/code/regulatory requirements
• Capable of being certified in NDE techniques (i.e. MT; PT)
• Capable of using precision measuring equipment (e.g. calibers, micrometers)
• Must be able to read and understand construction drawings
• Must be knowledgeable in Nuclear construction codes and standards
• Knowledgeable in material specifications
• Occasional travel between Vistra Nuclear and vendors.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

Education as required by regulatory agencies; minimum High school diploma or GED

• At least 5 years in inspection, examination, or testing activities is required.
• any certification current or previous is considered a plus. Certification examples include Magnetic Particles (MT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE), or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Nuclear inspections would be a plus.
• Technical understanding of multiple nuclear plant processes / programs.

Key Metrics

• Technical competence
• Teamwork
• Problem solving/Decision making
• Results Orientation

Job Family

Plant Operations Company Vistra Nuclear Operations Company Locations Shippingport, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania

Company Values

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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.

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Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine. Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second‑largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities. Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer‑centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress toward its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/. Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, "lighting up lives, powering a better way forward" and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com. 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.