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Vistra · Onsite · Perry, Ohio

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 and apply online.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of plant systems and components. This includes valves (motor-operated and air-operated), rotating equipment (pumps and turbines), HVAC systems, chillers, compressors, piping systems, and thermal-hydraulic applications.

The role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, supporting emergent issues, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

  • Support resolution of emergent, short-cycle, and near-term engineering work to protect the work week schedule.

  • Serve as engineering point of contact for execution of the online work week schedule and resolution of Engineering Holds.

  • Provide engineering input and follow-up for Operability evaluations.

  • Deliver engineering support for post-work testing and validation.

  • Conduct complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (e.g., FMEA, confirm/refute).

  • Perform equipment condition assessments and support minor design modifications.

  • Provide technical input for testing procedures and analysis.

  • Support resolution of operating challenges.

  • Assist with planning and provide support for emergent questions and in-field activities.

  • Prepare and implement Minor Design Modifications.

  • Lead interpretation and analysis of complex technical issues.

  • Coordinate assigned projects, studies, and initiatives through completion.

  • Comply with safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

  • Prepare and present technical reports with recommendations for issue resolution.

  • Participate in and occasionally lead special projects and committees.

  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

  • B.S. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred, Nuclear Engineering preferred), or other closely related scientific discipline/physical science associated with power plant operations; or equivalent work experience (defined as demonstrated success at the engineer/technical specialist level).

  • Physical ability and willingness to support plant walkdowns and inspections.

  • Proficiency in PC use, engineering-specific applications, and engineering drawing interpretation.

  • Minimum of 2 years of related job experience preferred.

  • Prior experience in the nuclear industry is favorable.

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex technical issues.

  • Ability to influence and build effective working relationships across departments.

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

  • Capability to evaluate technical alternatives considering economic impact.

  • Skilled in applying systematic problem-solving processes to address complex issues.

Key Metrics:

  • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration across organizational boundaries.

  • Clear and effective communication of complex technical issues.

  • Ability to influence outcomes through strong working relationships.

  • Deep understanding of power plant equipment and system interactions.

  • Evaluation of technical alternatives with consideration of business impact.

  • Effective application of structured problem-solving methodologies.

Additional Job Description

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

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry, Ohio

Ohio

We are a company of people committed to:  Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.  If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

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.

 

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] to make a request.

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About Vistra

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 s

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