Principal Control Systems Engineer

NextEra Energy; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Provided

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Principal Control Systems Engineer in New York for utility-scale energy storage projects. This role requires developing control systems requirements and managing hardware integration testing across power plants.

Ideal candidates possess a degree in engineering, 5+ years of SCADA/Controls engineering experience, and expertise in the Power Generation industry. The position is full-time and offers relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in SCADA or Controls engineering.
• Ability to manage deliverables from suppliers domestic and foreign.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (<10%).

Responsibilities

• Work with equipment suppliers for hardware integration testing.
• Develop processes for managing control system requirements.
• Oversee control system project requirements implementation.

Skills

Power Generation industry expertise

SCADA/Controls engineering experience

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

Engineering degree or technical degree

Job description

Principal Control Systems Engineer

Date: Jul 1, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 95566

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!

Position Specific Description

NextEra Energy is seeking a Systems Engineer for utility-scale BESS plants. Employees in this role have the responsibility of developing requirements-related processes and creating control systems requirements and for utility-scale energy storage projects. The Control Systems engineer will be able to develop controls logic, implement complex programs, create protocols for site verification, testing, troubleshooting, and certifying all control system project requirements are met.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with equipment suppliers to perform factory integration testing of new hardware designs to validate requirements
• Develop processes for managing common and project-specific control system requirements across a large fleet of power plants
• Oversee development and implementation of all control system project requirements
• Support commissioning team during plant turnover
• Work with cross functional teams and support as plant controls SME for both internal and external customers

Desired Experience

• A subject matter expert in the Power Generation industry, with established expertise in power plant controls and renewable energy
• Ability to manage deliverables from domestic and foreign suppliers
• Experience developing and verifying software requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines by setting priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or technical degree in a related technical area
• 5+ years SCADA/Controls engineering experience
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (<10%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-In-Training or Professional Engineer
• Master’s Degree

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: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
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