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≈ $138k – $252k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (United States)
Seniority
Senior · 6+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. Vistra scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Vistra is an integrated retail electricity and power generation company headquartered in Irving, Texas, operating natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar and battery storage plants and selling power through retail brands such as TXU Energy. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it has about 44,000 megawatts of generating capacity, runs the second-largest competitive nuclear fleet in the US, including Comanche Peak, Davis-Besse and Perry, and serves about 5 million retail customers. It hires power plant operators and technicians, reactor operators in training, nuclear instructors, electricians, instrument and control technicians, engineers and accounting and audit staff.

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 Electrical/I&C Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of nuclear power plant systems and components. This includes transmitters (pressure, level, temperature), analog PID control circuit boards, electromechanical relays, radiation monitors, power supplies, transformers, inverters, batteries, and nuclear system-specific control software.

Job Description

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

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).
  • 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 (Electrical 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. At least 6 years 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.

** 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:

  • 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.

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry, OhioOhio

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 usat [email protected] tomake a request.

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