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PGD Technical Services Manager - Wind Controls and SCADA

Date: Dec 18, 2024

Location(s): Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US, 33410

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 84287

is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy’s Power Generation Division is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced engineering manager for the Wind Controls and SCADA within their Engineering and Operations Support Services (EOSS) organization. This engineering manager will report directly to the Director of the wind engineering organization. This role will apply diversified knowledge of power generation, industrial automation, networking, and SCADA/DCS to lead a talented and diverse team of engineers and technical experts that execute a broad variety of assignments supporting renewable power generation. The ideal candidate will independently lead a diverse technical team to design, develop, and implement creative controls solutions to optimize wind farm and turbine operations while ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our power generation assets.

Job Overview

Employees in this position are responsible for maintaining overall SCADA availability and performance, industrial automation and control of wind sites and turbines, equipment health and performance, and operational data flow for NextEra renewable generation assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers, technical experts, and field response; providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance, efficient operations, and professional growth

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering and SME team

• Design and develop advanced automation solutions for wind farm and turbine operations including selection of appropriate control system hardware and software as well as maintaining detailed documentation

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including, but not limited to, engineering, operations, finance, and IT

• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for all installed and operational controls assets

• 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

• Identify systemic issues within the fleet and work with OEMs (e.g. GE Vernova, Siemens-Gamesa, Vestas, etc.) to conduct RCAs to identify and then implement corrective actions

• Provides expert information to internal and external clients on complex issues and progress on the wind controls strategies

• 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 other job duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in controls engineering or a related field

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience with power generation equipment and control

• Proficiency in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development

• Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850

• Experience with project management and budgeting

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Desired Qualifications:

• Masters in Engineering

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

• Six sigma black belt certified

• Five year’s related experience in the renewable energy generation industry

• Two years leadership/supervisory experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Job Overview

Employees in this role oversee a team of technical specialists. Individuals provide managerial and technical support to a services organization that is effective in supporting the plant/site organization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Interacts with different levels both within the business unit and the company as well as other companies to determine feasibility, cost effectiveness, reliability and quality of products and services

• Builds a high performance organization that delivers total operational excellence

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED

• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

• Experience:5+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Engineering

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.

Employee Group: Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Technical Specialist

Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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