Full-Time

New Construction – Staff thru Principal Consulting

Commissioning Engineer

Posted on 5/9/2026

TXU Energy

TXU Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Retail electricity provider with renewable options

No salary listed

Irving, TX, USA

In Person

Travel for projects is required; location varies by project assignment.

Category
Process Engineering
Requirements
  • 6+ years relevant experience (power generation operations, maintenance, engineering)
  • Required experience in Power Plant Control Systems
  • Ability to look critically at a problem set, identify unique solutions and influence change
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills – to be applied across the organization and externally, including the ability to confidently and effectively explain engineering requirements, including to non-technical audiences
  • Occasional long, irregular hours. May often require the employee to work in excess of 12 hours per day and in excess of seven (7) consecutive days. This position requires frequent travel and/or long-term assignments away from home.
  • Bachelor of Science in an accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology program
  • Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Responsibilities
  • Develop engineering / control system design and equipment specifications for each project in accordance with Vistra standard specifications and Fleet SME guidance
  • Establish commissioning and testing procedures that can be standardized across all projects and modified as needed for specific projects.
  • Coordinate delivery and installation of system controls equipment
  • Provide on-site technical expertise and coordination with Fleet SME resources
  • Construct, implement and document commissioning and testing processes and procedures
  • Coordinate with key stakeholders (controls vendors, Vistra IT, Vistra Cybersecurity, Vistra Operations, and Vistra Commercial teams)
  • Support projects post commissioning/operation as required to ensure successful turnover
  • Ensure contract deliverables are interpreted and executed on-time, on-budget and within safety and performance requirements
  • Develop and support documentation turnover from essential contractors during commissioning

TXU Energy provides retail electricity services in Texas for both homes and businesses, offering fixed-rate, variable-rate, and renewable energy plans. It operates through a digital platform that lets customers manage accounts, monitor energy usage, and pay bills. The company emphasizes sustainability with renewable energy programs and energy-efficiency solutions, combining its legacy utility experience with modern, consumer-focused retail energy tools in a deregulated Texas market. Its goal is to help customers control costs and consumption while reducing environmental impact, and to serve evolving energy needs in Texas through accessible digital tools and a range of plan options.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$45B

Headquarters

Irving, Texas

Founded

1882

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What believers are saying

  • EV program with Ford captures Texas EV adoption growth through 2026-2027.
  • University contracts yield recurring revenue and education sector brand credibility.
  • Community fan giveaways with Salvation Army build loyalty in underserved markets.

What critics are saying

  • Rates 20% above market average drive defections to 4Change Energy within 6-12 months.
  • Wholesale price spikes from 2025 heatwaves force rate hikes and cancellations in 12-24 months.
  • Octopus Energy's AI pricing undercuts TXU by 15-25% for commercial customers in 12-18 months.

What makes TXU Energy unique

  • TXU Energy partners with Ford for Free EV Miles program offering free off-peak charging.
  • Secured multi-year deals with Texas Tech in Feb 2024 and UH in Jan 2024 for power supply.
  • Provides renewable plans with rooftop solar buyback and 100% green energy options.

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