Machinery & Boiler Engineer

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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 Boiler and Machinery (B&M) Engineer/Specialist provides subject matter expertise for Vistra's generation fleet pertaining to loss control/prevention for critical plant equipment. The position will primarily be responsible for managing Vistra's B&M program activities and will provide sound engineering judgment to identify program gaps across the fleet consistent with established program guidelines. The Loss Prevention Engineer/Specialist will provide engineering analysis and guidance for continuous improvement of hazard management program requirements. The Engineer/Specialist will be involved in industry user groups and forums to bring industry- leading ideas back to the Vistra organization. This function supports short- and long-range budget planning and execution in alignment with B&M program requirements. Job Description Key Accountabilities: Facilitate the B&M Program adherence across the Fleet. Lead B&M Sub team, conduct periodic team meetings and update B&M Standard as needed. Work with site staff to implement the latest B&M Standard changes. Conduct specific spot audits of B&M program activities for the sites. Support site staff as point of contact for B&M program activities questions or concerns. Execute short-term and long-term B&M performance activities. Maintain the visibility and priority of B&M hazard management program. Participate and/or lead root cause analysis investigations to determine root cause of system and equipment failures and to perform equipment and system performance evaluations. Share actionable and relevant information across the company fleet to build awareness and enable risk-informed decision making. Effectively communicate within all levels of the Vistra organization. Travel to sites as necessary to support efforts. Education and Skill Requirements: - 5+ years of power generation experience (or equivalent), prior experience with equipment reliability concepts, preventive maintenance for power generation plant equipment required. - Ability to travel up to 40% of the time required. - Ability to support sites with inquiries related to installation, operation, and maintenance of plant systems, electrical, controls and/or mechanical and rotating equipment. - Understanding of power plant equipment and system performance requirements. - Ability to research industry standards and best practices to support or provide technical guidance on issues related to hazard management and plant assets loss prevention. - Ability to use plant operation, maintenance, and engineering principles to provide technical guidance on issues related to hazard management and plant assets loss prevention. - Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building. - High level of expertise in Maximo highly preferred. - Bachelor of Science in an accredited Engineering program. - Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills. - Demonstrated aptitude consistent with the job's key accountabilities. Location : Will consider any Vistra fossil generation facility as an alternative to Irving TX. Grade: Grade will be assigned based on skills and experience (aligned with engineering/specialist progression program). Job Family Engineering Services Company Luminant Generation Company LLC 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 assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.

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