Mechanical Design Engineer - Nuclear

About the Role

The Mechanical Design Engineer frequently works independently to identify and perform tasks as required to meet Vistra objectives. This role supports the gathering and analysis of information necessary for Vistra initiatives or to solve complex problems and will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others, including external to the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide innovative engineering solutions for difficult problems.
• Assess and resolve potential conditions adverse to quality.
• Perform tasks in accordance with established expectations for nuclear safety and personnel safety.
• Conduct regular walkdowns of systems to gather information to support design and analysis activities.
• Develop long-range improvement plans for key plant assets requiring attention, such as obsolete equipment, vulnerabilities from OE, and upgrades that would result in operational or financial benefits.
• Identify and perform tasks as required to meet objectives.
• Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues.
• Coordinate assigned projects, studies, and initiatives through completion.
• Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Prepare and present reports including recommendations to resolve complex issues.
• Participate in and occasionally lead special projects and committees.
• Lead complex problem-solving efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• 6 years of related job experience, ideally with at least 3 years in a nuclear power plant environment.
• Extensive knowledge in Mechanical design engineering.
• Knowledge in Mechanical areas such as system and component design, heat transfer, and fluid flow analysis.
• Knowledge of piping system design, including ANSI standards and ASME code requirements.
• Knowledge of mechanical components design performance characteristics and specifications.
• Physically able to perform walkdowns requiring the use of stairs and ladders.
• Experience in preparing design changes through development and/or review of calculations, modifications, specifications, and designs.
• Experience in performing 10CFR50.59 reviews.
• Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Experience running engineering modeling and analysis software and familiarity with associated software quality assurance requirements.

Key Metrics

• Teamwork 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.
• Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business.
• Able to apply systematic problem-solving processes to address complex issues.

Location: Glen Rose, Texas