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Project Engineer - Construction - Associate thru Consulting
Irving, Texas
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Job Summary
- **Pay and level will be determined by education/skills/experience**
- The Project Engineer ensures the engineering and design phases are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project requirements. The Project Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining existing and creating new engineering standards for systems and equipment in the Vistra. The Project 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.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards and Fleet SME guidance.
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
Contributes to economic justification/analysis for projects
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
Merit is determined by demonstrated skills and relevant years of experience.
BS or greater in an Engineering discipline. Civil Engineering background preferred.
5+ 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
Demonstrates and applies knowledge of current and pending regulatory, code and general industry issues to resolve Vistra’s interests.
Proficient with business/technical evaluation processes.
Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building
High level of expertise in MS Office suite
Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Able to execute projects/strategies with minimal oversight.
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 projects to Operations within established financial and production related performance targets
Maintain effective working relationships. Be able to provide technical direction
Pay grade and salary will be determined by education and experience, associate through consulting engineer.
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 assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
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