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Design Engineer - Electrical (Staff thru Principal Consulting)

TXU Energy
Sierra Office, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Jan 2026

About the role

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 Design Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining existing and creating new engineering standards for systems and equipment in the Vistra. The Design 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. Travel for the project will be necessary and may require extended travel to meet project needs.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Develop engineering design standards/guidelines/specifications for each system(s)/components in accordance with Vistra standards and Fleet SME guidance, to include:oPower plant electrical systemsoHigh Voltage / BESSoTransformer, Switchyard/Substation, T-Line oBalance of Systems (controls, security, Fire Protection, Air handling, etc) oOthers as requested/needed to support constructionCreate/maintain a repository for all project designs and fleet standards – including incorporating lessons learned from previous projectsCoordination to ensure engineering and equipment standards are accurately incorporated into each project design and Contract StrategyComplete a hazard analysis of all projects during pre-construction phaseUtilize Vistra Playbook during development and construction of projectsReview of 10%, 30%, 60%, IFC designs for construction Projects issued by EPC contractorSupport major equipment selection during early phase engineeringDevelop Engineering SOW’s & Owners Engineering SOW’s

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

8+ years relevant experience (power generation operations, maintenance, engineering)Required experience in major Power Plant Electrical System DesignEffective communication of complex conceptsKnowledgeable of applicable codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices; budgeting, & project managementDemonstrated effectiveness in leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, creative problem solving and team building High level of expertise in MS Office suiteBachelor of Science in an accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology programExperience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Key Metrics

Capture current engineering design standards, identify gaps and update standards to improve the quality of future projectsCollaborate and communicate effectively with key project stakeholdersSuccessful delivery of renewables projects to Operations within established financial and production related performance targets

Job Family

Engineering Services

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas

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TXU Energy

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