Mechanical Design Engineer - Nuclear

TXU Energy (Vistra Corp)•Glen Rose, TX

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About The Position

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 In this 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. The position will develop and maintain effective working relationships with others including external to the company.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)
6 yrs related job experience ideal with at least 3 years in nuclear power plant environment required
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.
Need to be physically able to perform walkdowns requiring use of stairs and ladders.
Experience in preparing design changes through development and/or review of calculations, modifications, specifications, and designs
Experience in performing10CFR50.59 reviews.
Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs (Excel, Word, etc).
Experience running engineering modeling and analysis software and experience with associated software quality assurance requirements
Team - work 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

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.
Requires 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.
Identifies and performs task as required to meet objectives
Lead interpretation and analysis of complex issues
Coordinates 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 on occasion lead special project and committees
Lead complex problem-solving efforts