Wind Turbine - Generator Equipment Engineer
About The Position
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! The Wind Fleet Electrical team is searching for an engineering candidate to assist with operating and maintaining NextEra Energy Resources wind turbine generators and power distribution cables. The candidate should possess 2 years of experience specifically in working with large motors and/or generators across design, manufacturing, and/or field environments. A successful candidate will have: Strong understanding of the principles and operation of electrical rotating machines, including electromagnetic theory and machine dynamics. Ability to diagnose issues and implement solutions for generator systems, using diagnostic tools such as Vibration Monitoring, Motor Current Signature Analysis (MCSA, ESA), and endoscopic inspections. Familiarity with materials and techniques used in the construction of rotating electrical machines and the manufacturing processes involved. Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards for Quality Management Systems (QMS) Familiarity and experience with Root Cause Analysis Experience with writing repair, operations, and/or maintenance procedures and specifications Capability to translate and communicate financial and technical business cases to gain leadership approval Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects and deliverables Data driven decision making skills Ability to relate to Field Service Personnel to provide adequate technical support Previous experience with wind generation desired but not required. Job OverviewEmployees 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.
Requirements
- Engineering Degree and 2 years of experiences
- Estimated travel 20% to wind sites and vendor shops
- Willing and able to climb wind turbines
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams
- Willing to work in an office environment
- Ability and interest to learn and self-teach new skills and technologies
- Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Experience: 2+ years
Nice To Haves
- Supervisor/Management Experience: 0+ years
- Previous experience with wind generation desired but not required.
- Strong understanding of the principles and operation of electrical rotating machines, including electromagnetic theory and machine dynamics.
- Ability to diagnose issues and implement solutions for generator systems, using diagnostic tools such as Vibration Monitoring, Motor Current Signature Analysis (MCSA, ESA), and endoscopic inspections.
- Familiarity with materials and techniques used in the construction of rotating electrical machines and the manufacturing processes involved.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards for Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Familiarity and experience with Root Cause Analysis
- Experience with writing repair, operations, and/or maintenance procedures and specifications
- Capability to translate and communicate financial and technical business cases to gain leadership approval
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects and deliverables
- Data driven decision making skills
- Ability to relate to Field Service Personnel to provide adequate technical support
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
