High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPresident George Bush Turnpike, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75038, United States
About the Team
Vistra is a global leader in power generation, committed to exceeding customer expectations through great people, teamwork, and effective communication. As part of the Luminant Generation Company LLC, our team operates a diverse fleet of fossil generation facilities. We foster a competitive spirit and prioritize effective communication to drive operational excellence and safety across our organization.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer or Specialist to support and enhance Process Safety Management (PSM) processes across our power generation fleet. This role is critical to reducing operational risk and ensuring safe, continuous plant operations.
You will serve as the guardian of lifecycle management for storage and handling systems covering hydrogen, ammonia, and other substances. Your work will ensure strict compliance with applicable codes, standards, and insurance requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in process safety engineering and hands-on experience with systems operation and maintenance. You will partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and EHS teams to integrate PSM requirements into daily plant activities, providing technical training and guidance to site personnel as needed.
Hiring Process
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. External candidates should apply online through our career portal.
Equal Opportunity
Vistra is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all employment laws and afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
President George Bush Turnpike, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75038, United States
Irving, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdminister generation services standards to ensure alignment with applicable codes and standards
- check_circleEvaluate existing plant systems for adequacy, reliability, and compliance
- check_circleIdentify system gaps and recommend corrective actions to mitigate operational risks
- check_circlePartner with operations, maintenance, and EHS teams to integrate process safety requirements into plant activities
- check_circleProvide technical training and guidance to site personnel on hazardous chemical handling systems
- check_circleParticipate in incident investigations and root cause analyses related to process safety management failures
- check_circleSupport inspection, testing, and maintenance programs in alignment with regulatory requirements
- check_circleCoordinate development and revision of standards by facilitating technical input from subject matter experts
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma/GED equivalent with minimum 10 years of experience in power generation or similar asset-intensive environments
- verifiedExperience supporting engineering, maintenance, operations, compliance, or technical program administration
- verifiedDemonstrated experience with operations and maintenance of hazardous chemicals handling systems and PSM administrative tools
- verifiedStrong working knowledge of CGA, OSHA, ANSI, EPA and NFPA requirements as they relate to Hydrogen, Ammonia and Natural Gas
- verifiedFamiliarity with Hazard Mitigation or Process Safety Analysis
Nice to Have
Experience supporting engineering, maintenance, operations, compliance, or technical program administration.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Process Safety Management, Hazardous Chemicals Handling, PSM Administrative Tools, Hazard Mitigation, Process Safety Analysis, Incident Investigations, Root Cause Analyses, Inspection Testing And Maintenance, Cga, Osha.
Education: High School Diploma/GED equivalent with minimum 10 years of experience.
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Day-to-day, the High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist at Vistra Corp. will administer generation services standards to ensure alignment with applicable codes and standards; evaluate existing plant systems for adequacy, reliability, and compliance; identify system gaps and recommend corrective actions to mitigate operational risks; and partner with operations, maintenance, and ehs teams to integrate process safety requirements into plant activities.
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To qualify for the High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist at Vistra Corp. position, applicants should have: High School Diploma/GED equivalent with minimum 10 years of experience in power generation or similar asset-intensive environments; Experience supporting engineering, maintenance, operations, compliance, or technical program administration; Demonstrated experience with operations and maintenance of hazardous chemicals handling systems and PSM administrative tools; Strong working knowledge of CGA, OSHA, ANSI, EPA and NFPA requirements as they relate to Hydrogen, Ammonia and Natural Gas; and Familiarity with Hazard Mitigation or Process Safety Analysis.
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High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist at Vistra Corp. is based in President George Bush Turnpike, Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75038, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Vistra Corp. has listed this High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist role as on-site.
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Key skills for High Hazard Chemicals Engineering/Specialist - Principal Generation Specialist at Vistra Corp. include Process Safety Management; Hazardous Chemicals Handling; PSM Administrative Tools; Hazard Mitigation; Process Safety Analysis; Incident Investigations; Root Cause Analyses; and Inspection Testing And Maintenance.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma/GED equivalent with minimum 10 years of experience.
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About Vistra Corp.
Vistra, a Fortune 500 company, operates as a major player in the utilities sector, delivering electricity and power generation solutions to customers, businesses, and communities across the United States. Based in Irving, Texas, the company manages a diverse power generation portfolio encompassing natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. Its retail operations emphasize a customer-focused strategy to meet energy needs while aligning with evolving market demands. Vistra prioritizes advancing the energy sector through reliability, affordability, and sustainable practices, ensuring a balanced approach to energy production and delivery. The company serves a broad geographic footprint, extending from California to Maine, and maintains a commitment to operational efficiency and innovation in power systems. For more information, visit vistracorp.com.
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