What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Control Systems Engineer position at NextEra Energy , Inc.?
Requisition ID : 84530
Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., delivering clean, affordable, and dependable electricity to over 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation's cleanest power generation fleets and top-tier reliability, we are setting new standards in the energy industry. Ready to make an impact? Join our exceptional team today and help shape the future of energy!
Position Specific Description
NextEra Energy's Power Generation Division is looking for an Instrument and Controls (I&C) Engineer on the I&C Fleet Team in Engineering and Operations Support Services (EOSS). This I&C Engineer will report directly to the Manager of the I&C Fleet Team in the Controls and Network Security Organization. This role will provide technical support in the area of instrumentation and controls for the Fossil and Thermal-Solar Generating Fleet. Responsibilities include system / asset program management; the development of department standards and best practices; troubleshooting and improving plant control systems; and managing system replacements, upgrades, and integration projects.
Position Duties :
This position will require basic knowledge in Power Generation Control Systems. Core functions will include :
- Managing asset programs for Instrument and Control equipment and systems with focus on cost management, reliability, compliance, and delivering expert support
- Defining and managing project budgets, schedules, and execution, including support of technical design reviews, factory acceptance testing, and quality assurance through all phases of the project
- Developing and applying engineering standards in process control theory, maintenance programs, and project construction
- Providing troubleshooting and support to the Power Generation Division (PGD) in the area of Instrumentation and Controls for combined cycle, simple cycle, conventional, and thermal-solar power generation facilities
- Collaborating with multi-discipline teams for problem solving, betterment opportunities, and systems integration
- Supporting the deployment and maintenance of cyber security solutions to meet corporate standards or NERC CIP standards
- Due to the 24 hour, 7 day per week nature of power generation, night, weekend, and holiday support via telephone or call-out, may be required
- Travel to sites and vendor facilities throughout the United States averages about 30%
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Job Overview
Employees in this role make decisions and recommendations having significant impact on extensive engineering and related activities for the company. This position negotiates critical and controversial issues with top level engineers and officers of other organizations and companies.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.
Employee Group : Exempt
Employee Type : Full Time
Job Category : Engineering
Organization : Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided : Yes, if applicable
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