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Vistra Corp. · 6 days ago

Design Engineer - Electrical (Staff thru Principal Consulting)

Vistra Corp. is a global leader in power generation, seeking a Design Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining engineering standards for electrical systems and equipment. The role involves verifying engineering designs, creating project specifications, and ensuring alignment with fleet standards while requiring potential travel for project needs.

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Responsibilities

Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards and Fleet SME guidance, to include:
Power plant electrical systems
High Voltage / BESS
Transformer, Switchyard/Substation, T-Line
Balance of Systems (controls, security, Fire Protection, Air handling, etc)
Others 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

Qualification

Power Plant Electrical DesignEngineering Standards DevelopmentHazard AnalysisMS Office SuiteCodesStandardsProject ManagementTeam BuildingEffective CommunicationLeadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCreative Problem Solving

Required

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

Company

Vistra Corp.

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

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (3)
2024 (2)
2023 (1)
2021 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$7.25B
2025-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2024-04-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B

Leadership Team

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Stacey Dore
Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer
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