Irving, TX, 75062, USA
3 days ago
Fleet Steam Cycle Chemistry Technical Lead
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** This position is a lead role responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining a steam cycle chemistry program for the Luminant generation fleet. The Specialist will be responsible for establishing and maintaining fleet standards and for providing technical guidance/oversight to plant teams regarding steam cycle chemistry. The program standard sets operating targets for all boiler/HRSG configurations in the fleet as well a means for assessing target adherence. **Job Description** **Key Accountabilities** + Develop, coordinate, and maintain Cycle Chemistry Optimization Program for the generation fleet, which includes standardized monitoring strategy against target thresholds, associated alarm level response plans, and KPI/metrics for performance tracking and reporting. + Conduct steam cycle component inspections at power generation sites for indication of asset health and to assess steam cycle chemistry performance impacts (FAC, irregular wear patterns, deposits, etc.). + Apply cycle chemistry theory and principles to optimize chemistry practices with consideration for makeup water quality & treatment equipment, treatment regime, steam cycle configuration, boiler/HRSG operating profile, and known unit issues/history. Provide management with cost effective options for resolving operation and maintenance issues. + Coordinate with in-house engineering, equipment specialists and operation’s site staff to ensure consistent, practical, and effective technical solutions. + Identify plant maintenance and operational problems utilizing an understanding of plant equipment. + Expect approximately 50 percent travel. **Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements** + High school diploma/GED equivalent required + 8-10 years related industry experience– preferably biology, chemistry or similar science background. + 8-10 years of power plant related or equivalent industry experience that promotes development in the areas described. + Thorough understanding of steam cycle chemistry treatment regimes and how parameters interrelate in maintaining associated component reliability. + Design, repair, and/or maintenance practices for boilers and other power plant equipment. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and leadership skills are required. **Key Metrics** + Technical issues are resolved in a manner consistent with the operational profile of the asset. + Delivered cost savings through the use of optimal cycle chemistry regimes and treatment approaches + Extension of cycle chemistry technical capabilities through fleet staff, particularly those that interact closely with and maintain plant cycle chemistry + Effective cycle chemistry program documentation, budgetary requirements, and program sustainability. **Job Family** Plant Operations **Company** Luminant Generation Company LLC **Locations** Irving, Texas Texas **_We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. 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