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Mechanical Engineer - Davis Besse Nuclear Power Plant

Luminant · Oak Harbor, Ohio, United States

Full-timeOn site5-10 yrsListed as no visa sponsorshipUtilities
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In short

Provide engineering and operational support for plant systems and equipment, including resolving emergent issues, conducting troubleshooting and root cause analysis, and supporting testing, operability evaluations, and equipment reliability. Coordinate technical projects and minor design modifications, prepare recommendations, and collaborate across teams to support safe and efficient plant operations.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Mechanical EngineeringPower Plant SystemsEquipment ReliabilityTroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisFailure Mode and Effects AnalysisOperability EvaluationsEquipment Condition Assessments

ALSO MENTIONED

Mechanical EngineeringNuclear Power PlantPlant Support EngineeringValvesMotor-Operated ValvesAir-Operated ValvesPumpsTurbinesHVAC SystemsChillers

The posting specifies a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program, with a mechanical focus preferred, and a minimum of six years of relevant experience. Candidates with all education and experience levels are encouraged to apply, with final pay grade based on qualifications.

About the employer

Luminant

Luminant, a subsidiary of Vistra Energy, is a competitive power generation business, including mining, wholesale marketing and trading, and development operations. Luminant has nearly 17,000 megawatts of generation in Texas, including 2,300 MW fueled by nuclear power and 8,000 MW fueled by coal. The company is a large purchaser of wind-generated electricity. Vistra Energy is a premier Texas-based energy company focused on the competitive energy and power generation markets through operation as the largest retailer of electricity and generator in the growing Texas market. Visit luminant.com and vistraenergy.com for additional information.

INDUSTRY
Utilities
COMPANY
Public Company
HEADQUARTERS
Dallas, TX
SIZE
1,001-5,000on LinkedIn
OFFICES
1 on LinkedIn

KNOWN FOR

Power GenerationMiningNuclearCoalNatural Gas

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Questions about this role

Is this Luminant role remote?
Tagged on site.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 5-10 years.

The posting, in full

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. The Plant Support 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

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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 Plant Support 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

  • 4 yrs. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited program (Mechanical focus preferred).
  • Minimum 6 yrs. relevant job experience

** Candidates with all levels of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Final pay grade and compensation will be based on applicant's experience and qualifications **

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

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Oak Harbor, 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 assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.

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