Overview
On Site
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Full Time
Skills
Electrical Systems
Adobe AIR
EPC
SOW
Electrical Engineering
Systems Design
Budget
Project Management
Leadership
Communication
Creative Problem Solving
Team Building
Microsoft Office
Science
Engineering Design
Finance
Collaboration
Teamwork
Effective Communication
Military
Job Details
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 Design Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining existing and creating new engineering standards for systems and equipment in the Vistra. The Design Engineer is responsible for verifying all site-specific engineering designs and equipment specifications align with Vistra fleet standards and Fleet SME guidance and are accurately incorporated into each project & contract strategy. Travel for the project will be necessary and may require extended travel to meet project needs.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards and Fleet SME guidance, to include:
oPower plant electrical systems
oHigh Voltage / BESS
oTransformer, Switchyard/Substation, T-Line
oBalance of Systems (controls, security, Fire Protection, Air handling, etc)
oOthers as requested/needed to support construction
Create/maintain a repository for all project designs and fleet standards - including incorporating lessons learned from previous projects
Coordination to ensure engineering and equipment standards are accurately incorporated into each project design and Contract Strategy
Complete a hazard analysis of all projects during pre-construction phase
Utilize Vistra Playbook during development and construction of projects
Review of 10%, 30%, 60%, IFC designs for construction Projects issued by EPC contractor
Support major equipment selection during early phase engineering
Develop Engineering SOW's & Owners Engineering SOW's
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
8+ years relevant experience (power generation operations, maintenance, engineering)
Required experience in major Power Plant Electrical System Design
Effective communication of complex concepts
Knowledgeable of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices; budgeting, & project management
Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building
High level of expertise in MS Office suite
Bachelor of Science in an accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology program
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Key Metrics
Capture current engineering design standards, identify gaps and update standards to improve the quality of future projects
Collaborate and communicate effectively with key project stakeholders
Successful delivery of renewables projects to Operations within established financial and production related performance targets
Job Family
Engineering Services
Company
Vistra Corporate Services Company
Locations
Irving, Texas
Texas
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 to make a request.
Job Summary
The Design Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining existing and creating new engineering standards for systems and equipment in the Vistra. The Design Engineer is responsible for verifying all site-specific engineering designs and equipment specifications align with Vistra fleet standards and Fleet SME guidance and are accurately incorporated into each project & contract strategy. Travel for the project will be necessary and may require extended travel to meet project needs.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards and Fleet SME guidance, to include:
oPower plant electrical systems
oHigh Voltage / BESS
oTransformer, Switchyard/Substation, T-Line
oBalance of Systems (controls, security, Fire Protection, Air handling, etc)
oOthers as requested/needed to support construction
Create/maintain a repository for all project designs and fleet standards - including incorporating lessons learned from previous projects
Coordination to ensure engineering and equipment standards are accurately incorporated into each project design and Contract Strategy
Complete a hazard analysis of all projects during pre-construction phase
Utilize Vistra Playbook during development and construction of projects
Review of 10%, 30%, 60%, IFC designs for construction Projects issued by EPC contractor
Support major equipment selection during early phase engineering
Develop Engineering SOW's & Owners Engineering SOW's
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
8+ years relevant experience (power generation operations, maintenance, engineering)
Required experience in major Power Plant Electrical System Design
Effective communication of complex concepts
Knowledgeable of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices; budgeting, & project management
Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building
High level of expertise in MS Office suite
Bachelor of Science in an accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology program
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Key Metrics
Capture current engineering design standards, identify gaps and update standards to improve the quality of future projects
Collaborate and communicate effectively with key project stakeholders
Successful delivery of renewables projects to Operations within established financial and production related performance targets
Job Family
Engineering Services
Company
Vistra Corporate Services Company
Locations
Irving, Texas
Texas
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 to make a request.
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