Westar Energy is an electric utility serving approximately 647,000 customers in Kansas.  We are currently seeking a Reliability Engineering Supervisor in our Topeka General Office.

JOB TITLE: Engineer
REQUISITION: 45770
DEPARTMENT: Reliability Engineering
LOCATION: Topeka General Office, Topeka, KS
PAY GRADE: DD - D
PAY RANGE: DD - $72,950 - $91,190 - $109,430
D - $82,090 - $102,610 - $123,130

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

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will lead a team of reliability engineers devoted to providing reliability engineering services to Westar Energy’s owner operated power plants.  The reliability engineer will originate and develop analysis methods for determining reliability of equipment and processes at all of the company’s energy centers.  The candidate acquires data, performs analysis, and prepares reports that document problems with equipment and processes.  The candidate assists in the implementation of new and revised maintenance practices at all the company’s energy centers.  The engineer will actively participate in the Generation Steering Committees. 

This position will:
• Supervise, lead, train and support a team of reliability engineers.
• Facilitate the implementation of RCM and RCA methods at all energy centers.
• Perform reliability studies to analyze and identify specific areas or equipment needing improvement.
• Actively participate in the maintenance best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate an asset bad actor list.
• Develop and implement changes to equipment maintenance plans based on reliability principles and best practices.
• Advise, provide training and implement changes in computerized work management system methods and practices.
• Provide technical consultation services in the areas of reliability, work and materials management, and business administration.
• Perform studies on equipment and process failures and present details of the analysis, in report format, to plant management.
• Follow company safety and health guidelines and other company policies.
• Perform other work as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET* accredited program. 

We provide an outstanding salary/benefits package with ongoing opportunity7 for professional growth and development.  Qualified candidates must apply by going to our website (http://www.westarenergy.com)