Lead, Renewable Engineering & Build Transfer

Evergy; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy in Kansas City, MO is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee Renewable and Build Transfer engineering initiatives. You will direct the engineering roadmap, manage a multidisciplinary team, and coordinate with Owner's Engineer, EPC Contractor, and Developers to deliver projects from design through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 8+ years in electric utilities, and strong leadership in safety, reliability, and value delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; master's preferred.
• Professional Engineer license preferred; extensive utility project experience expected.
• 8+ years in electric utility field with generation/large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the engineering roadmap in line with objectives and energy trends.
• Oversee multiple renewable and build transfer projects across design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Lead governance, standards, and QA across all projects and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Safety leadership

Mentoring teams

Cross-functional partnerships

Executive influencing

Talent development

Strategic thinking

Execution of goals

Technical communication

People management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional Engineer license preferred

Job description

Evergy in Kansas City, MO is seeking a senior engineering leader to oversee Renewable and Build Transfer engineering initiatives. You will direct the engineering roadmap, manage a multidisciplinary team, and coordinate with Owner's Engineer, EPC Contractor, and Developers to deliver projects from design through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 8+ years in electric utilities, and strong leadership in safety, reliability, and value delivery.