Major Projects - Thermal Performance Engineer

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Job Summary

This position is within the Major Projects- Engineering organization in Vistra Nuclear.

Key functions include ownership and resolution of higher-tier station thermal performance issues for Beaver Valley, Perry, and Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Plants that need to be resolved to support uprate of these units. This job includes coordination with various vendors including cooling tower, steam turbine and steam cycle specialists. Accountable to work with vendors, peers, and other stakeholders to identify latent deficiencies to close and improvements to make to improve increase rated output of the units. Frequently works independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet Vistra objectives. Supports the gathering and analysis of information necessary for Vistra initiatives or to solve complex problems. The position will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others including internal and external to the company.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives 

Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues associated with thermal performance of the Vistra nuclear units 

Coordinates assigned projects, studies and initiatives through completion 

Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment 

Provides oversight of vendor activities such as tests and walkdowns 

Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues 

Participate in and on occasion lead special project s  and committees including external organizations 

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

4 yrs. Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred) from an ABET accredited program. 

Minimum 6 yrs. relevant job experience (Ideal)

Nuclear experience preferred 

Experience in thermal performance analysis of steam cycle components and systems preferred 

Key Metrics:

Team - work and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries 

Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication 

Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries 

In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships. 

Working with others, increase electrical output of Vistra nuclear units through thermal performance improvements 

Able to apply systematic problem - solving processes to address complex issues associated with thermal performance 

** Final pay grade will be determined based on applicant's experience and qualifications **  

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Shippingport, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

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