Renewables and Build Transfer Projects Engineer

Evergy; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy is seeking a Renewables and Build Transfer Projects Engineer to support the development and execution of solar, battery storage and other generation projects. You will work with internal and external teams to ensure projects meet technical requirements and regulatory standards.

The role involves hands-on design, project controls, and collaboration across project management, procurement, and engineering groups. Travel to active sites will be required as projects advance.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• EIT or PE license preferred.
• Experience on utility-scale renewable or conventional energy projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design portions of renewable and conventional development projects.
• Serve as technical liaison between Owners, EPC, Developer and stakeholders.
• Develop, track and implement project scope, schedule and budget.
• Write and review RFPs for engineering, equipment and construction scopes.
• Support safety culture and maintain relationships with external teams.
• Assist procurement and contract management for major equipment.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Project management

Technical writing

Schematic reading

CAD

Primavera P6

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

CAD

MS Office

Job description

JOB TITLE: Renewables and Build Transfer Projects Engineer

REQUISITION ID: DEV000U

DEPARTMENT: Generation Development

LOCATION: 1KC or TGO

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager Renewable and Build Transfer Engineering, the candidate has technical responsibility to support the development and execution of Solar, Battery Storage and other future power generation projects including conventional resources. Working with a team of Development Project Managers, the engineer will support the safe, timely, cost effective, and environmentally sound delivery of projects that meet Evergy’s technical requirements.. The candidate will also have the opportunity to stay abreast of the latest leading-edge technologies such as thermal storage and small-modular reactors. The projects that the engineer will assist with are likely to be complex, multi-million-dollar capital projects with multi-year timeframes that span diverse disciplines.

The candidate has responsibility to work with a team of internal and external professionals including project management, project controls, construction supervision, engineering, procurement, real estate, regulatory, and legal to provide technical support for projects from origination to commercial operation. The candidate will provide for development and implementation of scope, schedule, cost, and safety to support the overall project management effort. The candidate will represent the project’s technical interests and provide support to the Project Managers and overall Renewables and Build Transfer Projects team. Candidates will be afforded the opportunity to manage smaller projects, correspondingly with their workload and skill set and will have the opportunity to collaborate with Evergy’s Early-stage Commercial and Engineering team on forward-looking development efforts.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Designing portions of renewable and conventional generation development projects
• Serve as the technical liaison between the Owner’s Engineer, EPC Contractor, Developer and internal stakeholders.
• Developing, tracking, and implementing project technical scope, schedule, and budget
• Writing, reviewing, and executing RFP’s for various engineering, equipment, and construction scopes
• Fostering a culture of safety for yourself, your contractors, and the company
• Creating and maintaining good working relationships with external counterparts and consultants
• Supporting procurement and contract management for major equipment and engineering services
• Planning for future Evergy development capital and O&M budget
• Reporting budgets and project status to project leadership
• Evaluating future projects and technologies and opportunities and their benefit to Evergy
• Becoming one of the go-to technical renewable energy and conventional generation experts for the company
• Directing technical contractors during development, design, construction of renewable projects
• Supporting the company’s development arm in evaluating emerging renewable opportunities

Education and Experience Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited university in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. Engineer In Training certificate or Professional Engineering license preferred.

The ideal candidate will have Engineering and/or Project Management experience working on utility scale renewable or conventional energy generation projects. Understanding of power plant operations, utility operations, renewable energy plant design and the electric grid is not required but is preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read and understand plant technical documents including operations and maintenance manuals, technical drawings, schematics, logic diagrams, and safety materials.
• Knowledge of applicable governing codes and regulations.
• Analyzing, interpreting, and reporting data in written, verbal and presentation format.
• Experience with generation siting preferred.
• Experience with solar layouts and mechanical or electrical design preferred.
• Understanding and development of schematic, wiring, CAD, and logic diagrams.
• Must possess the ability to work and communicate effectively with other company personnel and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project controls including utilizing project schedules, cost tracking systems and field progress monitoring systems to successfully complete small projects utilizing prescribed processes and practices.
• Candidate must have the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position and have a history of encouraging and establishing a safe work culture.
• Computer skills and use of technology, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a field environment and at active construction sites.
• Proficiency in technical writing, project scheduling (Primavera P6 preferred), and reading and writing technical documentation.
• Must be able to prioritize time and multiple priorities efficiently in a high stress environment.
• Ability to make decisions with limited information, non-routine or unexpected judgments and process information in an organized, timely and accurate manner

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

None 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.. Some in-state and out of state travel required.