Sr SCADA & Controls Engineer

NextEra Energy • Palm Beach Gardens, FL

92d

About The Position

Employees in this position are responsible for maintaining overall SCADA availability and performance, industrial automation and control of wind sites, equipment health and performance, and operational data flow for NextEra renewable generation assets. The successful candidate will have a sense of accountability and urgency required to make informed decisions regarding safety, regulatory compliance, system integrity, and engineering complexity under limited supervision.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in related fields
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with power generation equipment, power fundamentals, and control schemes
• Proficiency in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Certified Professional Engineer (PE)
• Six Sigma Certified – Yellow or Green Belt
• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple automation projects simultaneously, from conception through continuous operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including, but not limited to, engineering, construction, supply chain, operations, finance, and IT
• Design and develop advanced automation solutions for wind farm operations including selection of appropriate control system hardware and software as well as maintaining detailed documentation
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for automated systems
• Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of automation systems to identify areas for improvement, implementing upgrades and modifications to enhance system efficiency and reliability
• Ensure all automation solutions comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, cybersecurity standards, and corporate policies
• Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to all safety guidelines and practices
• Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations
• Displays strong communication and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced operational environment, with some aspects of research and development
• Performs system testing and documentation for control system changes and upgrades
• Provides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of control solutions
• Travels to wind sites occasionally for onsite troubleshooting support and project execution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees