Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering

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

Job summary

Evergy in Kansas City, MO or Topeka, KS seeks a Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering to provide strategic leadership for solar, battery storage, and future power projects. This role directs a multidisciplinary team and aligns engineering activities with corporate goals.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 8+ years in the electric utility space; a PE license is preferred. You will collaborate with Owner’s Engineer, EPC Contractor, and Developer through design to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Eight+ years of experience in electric utility generation projects or similar.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and future energy trends.
• Oversee the engineering execution of renewable and build transfer projects, balancing schedule, scope, and budget.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and constructability evaluations.
• Collaborate with Owner’s Engineer, EPC Contractor, and Developer to ensure successful delivery.
• Establish governance frameworks, technical standards, and QA protocols across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Safety leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Professional Engineer license (preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering (DEV000S)

Job Description

Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering - ( DEV000S )

JOB TITLE: Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering

REQUISITION ID: DEV000S

DEPARTMENT: Generation Development

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO or Topeka, KS

PAY RANGE: $124,500 - $166,000

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Other hours as required)

As Mgr Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering, you will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for the execution of Solar, Battery Storage, and other future power generation projects including conventional resources. You will shape the engineering departments vision, drive innovation, and ensure alignment with division objectives and corporate goals. This role will manage a multidisciplinary engineering team and coordinate closely with the Owner’s Engineer, EPC Contractor, or Developer to ensure successful delivery of all phases—from design through commissioning. This role requires a leader capable of influencing cross-functional teams, optimizing engineering performance and guiding long‑term asset strategy.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Define and implement the engineering roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory frameworks, and future energy trends.
• Oversee the engineering execution of multiple concurrent renewable and build transfer projects, balancing tactical delivery with strategic foresight.
• Collaborate with leadership, operations, finance, and regulatory teams to ensure engineering decisions support broader organizational priorities.
• Establish governance frameworks, technical standards, and quality assurance protocols across all projects.
• Oversee engineering execution across all renewable and build transfer projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between the Owner’s Engineer, EPC Contractor, Developer and internal stakeholders.
• Lead design reviews, technical risk assessments, and constructability evaluations.
• Monitor and report on engineering progress, quality, and compliance with regulatory and environmental standards.
• Support procurement and contract management for major equipment and engineering services.
• Facilitate resolution of technical issues during construction and commissioning.
• Lead organizational change initiatives within the engineering function, including new process development, process reengineering, and long‑term planning for plant performance and reliability.
• Promote a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Build a high‑performing engineering organization through succession planning, mentorship, and strategic workforce development
• Foster collaboration across disciplines and external partners.
• Encourage professional development through training, certifications, and industry engagement.
• Leads with a Positive Attitude and professional approach to interaction with internal and external personnel. Encourage employees to continually improve and provide avenues for success:
• • Continued Education
  • Training (Seminars, Conferences, EPRI participation, professional networks, etc.)

Education and Experience Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management is preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred. A minimum of eight years of experience in the electric utility field required and progressive engineering experience in generation, energy infrastructure and/or large‑scale industrial projects. Experience may include: design, reliability, construction, project management, and/or power plant maintenance/operations.

The candidate must demonstrate leadership experience in the following areas

• Strong track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Ability to translate complex technical and business challenges into actionable strategies that drive innovation, reliability, and long‑term value.
• The position will have direct responsibility for Engineering staff located at Evergy offices and construction sites. Must demonstrate experience in a leadership capacity, managing a team of people, setting direction, and deploying resources. Must demonstrate the ability to contribute to the development of strategic plans and/or department strategy.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required

• Demonstrated commitment to safety excellence, with the ability to lead safety programs, influence behavior, and embed safety into engineering culture
• Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire multidisciplinary teams across office and field environments
• Skilled in building partnerships across departments, including operations, finance, regulatory, and external stakeholders such as EPC contractors and Owner’s Engineers
• Clear, persuasive communicator with the ability to influence at all levels—from frontline staff to executive leadership and external partners
• Experience in evaluating, selecting, and developing engineering talent; fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
• Ability to lead via Strategic Thinking
• Ability to Execute goals and objectives
• Ability to understand and express complex technical concepts
• Ability to select, lead, evaluate, and develop employees

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required

Driver’s license required

Working Conditions

Combined office and construction site working conditions. Travel will be required to all active construction sites as necessary to ensure project progress, attend meetings, and address any issues that arise. The applicant must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed and must maintain a satisfactory work record, including good attendance.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.