Power Generation Engineer Controls
Palm Beach, FL - USA
Job Summary
Requisition ID: 95867
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Position Specific Description
Employees in this position are responsible for supporting SCADA availability and performanceindustrial automation and control of wind sites equipment health and performance andoperational data flow for NextEra renewable generation assets. The successful candidate appliesengineering principles to develop and support automation solutions while working under generalsupervision. This role requires sound technical judgment a commitment to safety regulatorycompliance system integrity and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting multiple automation projects from design through implementation and ongoingoperation.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering construction supply chain operations finance and IT.
- Assisting in the design development implementation and documentation of automationsolutions for wind farm operations including control system hardware and software.
- Providing support troubleshooting and maintenance for automated systems.
- Monitoring automation system performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
- Assisting with implementing control system upgrades and modifications under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Ensuring automation solutions comply with industry standards regulatory requirements cybersecurity standards and corporate policies.
- Promoting a strong safety culture and adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
- Completing assigned engineering tasks with moderate guidance while meeting project schedules and quality expectations.
- Communicating effectively with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Performing system testing commissioning support and documentation for control system changes and upgrades.
- Supporting the development and implementation of control system solutions.
- Performing other job-related duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate Would Have The Following:
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Working knowledge of power generation equipment power fundamentals and controlschemes.
- Experience with PLC programming SCADA systems and HMI development.
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as TCP/IP Modbus DNP3 and IEC61850.
- Ability to manage assigned tasks and contribute effectively within a team environment.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE)licensure.
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt (preferred).
- Experience with renewable energy generation or utility-scale automation systems.
This candidate must be willing to travel to wind sites as needed to support troubleshooting commissioning and project execution.
Job Overview
Employees in this role apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments and related fields. Individuals will use advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories precepts and practices.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standard techniques procedures and criteria
- Devises new solutions to problems encountered
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors - Engineeringfrom an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Experience: 2 years
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisor/Management Experience: 0 years
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Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type:Full Time
Job Category: Engineering
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes if applicable
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