Principal Engineer

NextEra Energy; Florida; Presencial; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NextEra Energy is seeking a Principal Engineer to provide technical leadership for design, development, testing, and commissioning of complex control and automation systems. The role will drive standardization, innovation, and continuous improvement across the Controls Engineering organization, mentoring other engineers.

The position requires experience in industrial controls, system architecture, and troubleshooting of complex systems, with emphasis on leadership and technical guidance within a

Formación

• Experience: 7+ years in engineering or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive engineering programs and activities.
• Manages one or more programs of complex diversity and scope which are of critical importance to overall company objectives.
• Acts as a subject matter expert.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Descripción del empleo

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Principal Engineer

Date: Oct 26, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 98159

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

The Principal Controls Engineer will provide technical leadership for the design, development, testing, and commissioning of complex control and automation systems. This role will lead engineering efforts, establish technical standards and best practices, and provide guidance and mentorship to other engineers. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in industrial controls, system architecture, automation, and troubleshooting of complex systems. The position will also drive standardization, innovation, and continuous improvement across the Controls Engineering organization.

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive engineering programs and activities
• Manages one or more programs of complex diversity and scope which are of critical importance to overall company objectives
• Acts as a subject matter expert
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• None

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

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Engineering
Organization: NextEra Energy Project Management, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami