*JOB TITLE:* Transmission Operations Planning Engineer *REQUISITION:* TRA00WH *DEPARTMENT:* Transmission System Operations – Topeka General Office *LOCATION:* Topeka, KS *PAY RANGE: * Engineer I: $64,100 - $80,100 - $96,100 Engineer II: $78,200 - $97,800 - $117,400 Staff Engineer: $87,400 - $109,300 - $131,200 Sr Engineer: $88,500 - $118,000 - $147,500 Lead Engineer: $104,200 - $138,900 - $173,600 *Scheduled Work Hours:*Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:* * With minimal supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of transmission operations planning functions. * Regular duties include: o using state estimator and power systems software to model powerflow data and perform studies, o processing and coordinating transmission outage requests, o performing transmission outage coordination studies, o collaborating with multiple stakeholders on the sequencing and timing of capital and maintenance projects, o working with Evergy Transmission System Operators and the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) on real-time issues, o providing 24x7x365 rotating on-call support to the Evergy Transmission Control Centers (TCCs), and activities necessary to support compliance with applicable Evergy, SPP, and NERC requirements and standards. * The candidate will also be required to follow all existing safety rules and procedures. *Education and Experience:* Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. Experience in power systems engineering or equivalent planning and operations experience is preferred. *Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:* • The ideal candidate will have proficient knowledge of transmission planning and power systems. • Must be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and word processing. • Prefer EMS state estimator and power system simulation software (OSI Monarch and PSS/E is preferred) experience. • Must be capable of learning to use transmission operations planning software applications. • Successful candidate must be able to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using good judgment in making adaptations and modifications. • Prefer a working knowledge of the technical environment and all governing regulations, including NERC and SPP Criteria. • Requires the ability to work on a team responsible for projects from the planning through completion phases. • Must have demonstrated good organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others. • Must have excellent teamwork and people skills. • Must have initiative and be a self-starter. *Licenses, Certificates, Bonding and/or Testing:* Must have a valid driver’s license. EITs or PEs are preferred, but not required. *Working Conditions:* Normal working office environment with occasional field visits to support coordination activities. The primary work location is Evergy’s Topeka TCC. The candidate must have 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. 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. **Job:** **Engineering* **Title:** *Transmission Ops Planning Engineer* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *TRA00WH*