Senior Electrical Engineer - Gas Power Generation Projects

NextEra Energy, Inc.; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC in Florida seeks a Sr. Electrical Engineer to support the design, construction, and commissioning of large-scale gas power plants.

You will coordinate electrical engineering activities, ensure design compliance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and equipment suppliers. The role emphasizes electrical system studies, protection coordination, and integration with generators, transformers, substations, and MCCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in electrical engineering for power generation, industrial facilities, substations, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution, generation systems, protection and control, and applicable IEEE, NFPA, NEC, and industry standards.
• Strong technical, communication, and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical system design for generators, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and high-voltage substations.
• Review drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, calculations, and contractor deliverables for code compliance.
• Coordinate with mechanical, civil, controls and other disciplines to ensure proper integration of plant equipment.
• Provide technical oversight of engineering contractors and equipment suppliers for design/construction issues.
• Support electrical system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, grounding, and arc flash.
• Support project schedules, deliverables, procurement, construction activities, and commissioning milestones.
• Identify opportunities for design standardization, cost optimization, and reliability improvements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Communication skills

Power systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC in Florida seeks a Sr. Electrical Engineer to support the design, construction, and commissioning of large-scale gas power plants.

You will coordinate electrical engineering activities, ensure design compliance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and equipment suppliers. The role emphasizes electrical system studies, protection coordination, and integration with generators, transformers, substations, and MCCs.