Senior Engineer – Reload/Core Design

Vistra Corp.

. Lead the planning, integration, execution, and closeout of reactor-core fuel reload design projects for Comanche Peak .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reactor-core fuel reload design projects, integrating engineering disciplines, and managing project scope, schedule, and quality within nuclear power engineering. Proficient in technical communication, problem-solving, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Nuclear EngineeringReactor-Core DesignProject ManagementTechnical CommunicationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Reactor-Physics AnalysisThermal-Hydraulic ConsiderationsFuel Management StrategyDesign Change EvaluationConfiguration ManagementQuality AssuranceRisk ManagementTechnical Report PreparationComplex Problem-SolvingStakeholder Alignment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationFacilitation SkillsTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

10 CFR 50.59 ProcessCore Operating Limits ReportsEngineering Change ProcessesNuclear Fuel Vendors

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer LicensePMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Nuclear Power EngineeringFuel Performance EvaluationOutage SupportTechnical Project ManagementLicensing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning, integration, execution, and closeout of reactor-core fuel reload design projects for Comanche Peak
Coordinate engineering, fuel vendor, operations, outage, licensing, and quality-assurance activities
Manage integrated project scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and stakeholder alignment
Support nuclear fuel and core design activities, including fuel management strategy, reactor-physics analyses, thermal-hydraulic considerations, and cycle-specific operating limits
Provide technical integration across engineering disciplines and affected organizations
Evaluate design, methodology, equipment, and procedural changes, including use of the 10 CFR 50.59 process
Coordinate with internal organizations, fuel suppliers, vendors, and contractors
Lead project meetings, technical reviews, and readiness activities
Prepare and present technical reports, evaluations, and recommendations
Lead complex problem-solving, evaluate alternatives and risks, and implement solutions
Ensure deliverables comply with procedures, configuration management, quality, and regulatory requirements
Participate in or lead special projects, committees, technical reviews, and industry activities
Provide technical guidance to less-experienced engineers and team members
Comply with safety policies and promote a safe working environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial, Nuclear) from an accredited program
Minimum six years of relevant engineering experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered consistent with applicable grade-level requirements
Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues and coordinate engineering work across multiple disciplines or organizations
Working knowledge of engineering processes, configuration management, design changes, quality requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret technical analyses and communicate technical information, recommendations, risks, and decisions
Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain required site access and meet applicable security, fitness-for-duty, training, and qualification requirements
Preferred: Degree in Nuclear Engineering or related technical discipline
Preferred: Experience in nuclear power engineering, reactor engineering, nuclear fuel, core design, licensing, outage support, or technical project management
Preferred: Experience with reactor-core design, fuel management, reactor-physics analysis, fuel-performance evaluation, or cycle-specific operating limits
Preferred: Familiarity with nuclear fuel vendors, engineering change processes, configuration management, 10 CFR 50.59, technical specifications, or Core Operating Limits Reports
Preferred: Experience leading or coordinating cross-functional technical projects, refueling outages, or other major nuclear initiatives
Preferred: Advanced degree, Professional Engineer license, PMP certification, or other relevant professional credentials

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity policy
Disability application assistance and reasonable accommodation support