Operations Center Operator

Black & Veatch

Remote Operations Center Operator performing real-time operations and diagnostics in power generation for Black & Veatch. Collaborating with teams and engaging with clients to ensure optimal asset performance.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeOverland Park • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform real-time operations of distributed asset power generation technologies in the Remote Operations Center (ROC).
Interface with multiple parties for identification, diagnosis, and resolution of site operations and maintenance problems, including the site O&M team, site owner, regulatory agencies, and B&V leadership.
Engage in multiple aspects of ROC responsibilities including communications with clients as well as internal team members to maintain contractual obligations.
Follow and operate to scheduled energy dispatch instructions.
Follow process and procedures for both site-specific projects and the Remote Operations Center.
Stand watch in rotational shift work developed in coordination with the ROC Manager.
Assist with Monitoring & Diagnostics (M&D) teams using predictive analytics for proactive monitoring of power generation, renewables, process industries, and generation assets.
Perform functions requiring intermediate knowledge of distributed energy systems and use of control applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of remote operations.
Help mentor and develop less experienced team members.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma Required
Associate Degree or trades/vocational experience preferred
Previous Operations experience related to Battery Storage, Solar, Wind, Simple Cycle Thermal Generation, or Combined Cycle Thermal Generation preferred
Control Room Operator experience preferred
Basic industry knowledge and technology trends
Demonstrated knowledge of Power Plant systems and processes.
Basic knowledge of NERC responsibilities.
Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurances
Disability benefits
Robust wellness program
Flexible work schedules
Paid vacation and holiday time
Sick time and dependent sick time
Company-matched 401k plan
Adoption reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Vendor discounts
Employment referral program
AD&D insurance
Pre-taxed accounts
Voluntary legal plan
B&V Credit Union
Performance-based bonus program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Operations ExperienceMonitoring & DiagnosticsPredictive AnalyticsEnergy Dispatch InstructionsControl ApplicationsDocument Control ProcessesBattery StorageSolar EnergyWind EnergyThermal Generation

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam MentoringProblem DiagnosisClient Engagement