Nuclear System Engineer (Computer Engineering)

The focus of this role will be on the administration of the plant computer systems.

This role of Nuclear Systems Engineer (Computer Engineering) is responsible for interfacing with various stakeholders (operations, maintenance, management) and championing system improvements as well as establishing the required maintenance to ensure system reliability for components in the assigned systems., + Become the Subject Matter Expert on the assigned computer systems, networks, and peripheral equipment.

• Provide support to maintenance on corrective and preventative maintenance activities.

• Investigate and resolve complex computer issues.

• Own the overall reliability of assigned computer systems through trending of issues and development of activities to maintain the systems in a reliable state.

• Develop the long-term strategy for system upgrades and modifications to support the equipment reliability needs.

• Integrate site Cyber Security program requirements with maintenance of the assigned computer systems

• Perform Emergency Response Organization (ERO) duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or computer science or similar area of study preferred (degrees generally associated with power plant operations and administration of plant computer system

• All levels of experience will be considered but a minimum of 4 years engineering experience is preferred.

• Previous professional-level experience in engineering or computer system support is desired.

• Knowledge of C ++, Windows, Linux, networking, firewall, and cyber security is preferred. Training will also be provided

• Comprehensive background in computer systems and technology is preferred. Areas of focus could include computer operating systems, network communications, data acquisition systems, programming/scripting & cyber security within an operational technology environment

• Excellent troubleshooting abilities and analytical skills

• Superior communication skills with the ability to make technical presentations to all levels across the organization

• Ability to provide support outside of normal working hours as required to support operation of the assigned computer systems.

• Final pay grade will be determined based on experience and qualifications

Key Metrics:

• Teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries.

• Able to communicate routine issues effectively through written and verbal communication.

• Maintain effective working relationships across organizational boundaries

• Understanding of power generation equipment and system interrelationships.

• Understanding of economic drivers to the business.

• Able to apply problem solving processes to address routine issues.

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company, Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers.

As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets. The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved. Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/ .

Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, “lighting up lives, powering a better way forward” and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3967404-1&h=3533293724&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vistracorp.com%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vistracorp.com) .