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Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Major Projects - Thermal Performance Engineer

beaver valley, DE

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Vistra Nuclear Operations Company lists this Major Projects - Thermal Performance Engineer opportunity in beaver valley, Delaware. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

If 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

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 projects 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

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

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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