System Operations Engineer

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:
The preferred candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred) and will have related experience in transmission modeling, outage coordination, and transmission system planning and demonstrate knowledge of generation, transmission, distribution or substation systems, operation and maintenance, contingency mitigation re-dispatching requirements. Knowledge of NERC and SPP reliability and compliance requirements related to System Operations also preferred. The appropriate combination of education and experience may be considered for this role, from entry level to experienced candidates.

Candidates should also possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities for further consideration:
* Self-Motivated Leader / Team Player who has demonstrated ability to identify functional area business needs and establish goals and objectives to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
* Previous supervisor experience will be considered a positive.
* Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication and presentation skills.
* Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to schedule and meet deadlines by prioritizing workload, developing schedules and communicating early when changes are necessary.
* The ability to evaluate multiple priorities and risks to coordinate activities to maximize reliability and efficiency of time and resources.
* Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direct supervision, excel in a high energy team environment, and manage time pressures while maintaining a positive attitude.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required:
Must have a valid driver's license. NERC System Operator Certification must be obtained within 9 months.

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. So, our goal is to have a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and 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. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.