Mechanical Engineer - Davis Besse Nuclear Power Plant
- Location
- Oak Harbor, Ohio
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
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 Plant Support Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support across a broad range of plant systems and components. This includes valves (motor-operated and air-operated), rotating equipment (pumps and turbines), HVAC systems, chillers, compressors, piping systems, and thermal-hydraulic applications
The role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, supporting emergent issues, and ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.
Job Description Key Accountabilities:
- Support resolution of emergent, short-cycle, and near-term engineering work to protect the work week schedule.
- Serve as engineering point of contact for execution of the online work week schedule and resolution of Engineering Holds.
- Provide engineering input and follow-up for Operability evaluations.
- Deliver engineering support for post-work testing and validation.
- Conduct complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis (e.g., FMEA, confirm/refute).
- Perform equipment condition assessments and support minor design modifications.
- Provide technical input for testing procedures and analysis.
- Support resolution of operating challenges.
- Assist with planning and provide support for emergent questions and in-field activities.
- Prepare and implement Minor Design Modifications.
- Lead interpretation and analysis of complex technical issues.
- Coordinate assigned projects, studies, and initiatives through completion.
- Comply with safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Prepare and present technical reports with recommendations for issue resolution.
- Participate in and occasionally lead special projects and committees.
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:
- 4 yrs. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited program (Mechanical focus preferred).
- Minimum 6 yrs. relevant job experience
** Candidates with all levels of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Final pay grade and compensation will be based on applicant's experience and qualifications **
Key Metrics:
- Teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
- Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
- Able to influence by establishing effective working relationships across organizational boundaries
- In-depth understanding of power plant equipment and system interrelationships.
- Able to evaluate technical alternatives in light of their economic contribution to the business
- Able to apply systematic problem-solving processes to address complex issues
Job Family Engineering Services
Company Vistra Nuclear Operations Company
Locations Oak Harbor, Ohio
Ohio 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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Posted 2 Nov 2026 · checked 2 Nov 2026 · Report this job