Sr Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

NextEra Energy Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy provider in Houston is seeking a Senior SCADA and Controls Engineer. You will supervise E and I&C projects, lead commissioning, and mentor engineers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years in the field. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering roles.
• Experience with commissioning documentation standards.
• Working knowledge of power fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide support for E, I&C projects.
• Lead commissioning activities for new control systems.
• Mentor and supervise senior Control Engineers.

Skills

Process Management Concepts

SCADA programming

Mentoring engineering talent

PLC troubleshooting

Logic development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

GeoSCADA

FactoryTalk

Wonderware

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

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.

NextEra Energy is currently seeking a Senior SCADA and Controls Engineer who can supervise, perform and apply diversified knowledge of Automation and I&C engineering principles and practices to the Upstream/Midstream Oil & Gas and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) industries within the Nextera Power Generation Division.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, and provides supervisory support on E, I&C projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs
• Track task and project schedules project budgets
• Acts as technical liaison to individuals within and outside the organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to individual's field
• Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations
• Prepares process control design concepts and documentation (e.g., C&E, Control Narratives, Interlock Matrices)
• Leads and performs commissioning activities for new control systems and major upgrades, ensuring the documentation of all commissioning activities, test results, and acceptance criteria is completed
• Develops, supervises, maintains, and validates the calibration and documentation for instrumentation and control devices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Provides technical support to operations and business unit personnel during the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational phases of projects
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities on new and upgraded facilities when required
• Perform complete process control system design including PLC/DCS and HMI programming and configuration
• Performs system testing and documentation for control system changes and upgrades
• Analyzes and corrects complex application deficiencies and system issues
• Provides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of control solutions
• Mentors and supervises senior level Control Engineers, providing technical guidance, professional development opportunities, and performance oversight
• Directs and coordinates the work of senior engineering staff on complex control system projects, ensuring quality deliverables and knowledge transfer
• Provides automation engineering support for failure mitigation, process improvement, data analytics and improving performance targets
• Establishes and/or modifies procedures and guidelines supporting controls and SCADA users
• Travels to sites for onsite troubleshooting support

Desired Qualifications:

• Process Management Concepts
• Possess experience working with Industry, Regulatory, and Corporate Standards
• Experience in commissioning documentation standards and best practices
• Proven track record in mentoring and developing engineering talent
• Quality Tools and Techniques
• Proven experience in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting of various SCADA applications (e.g., GeoSCADA, Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware) and PLC’s (e.g., Allen-Bradley, GE Fanus, Siemens PCS7, Eaton)
• Experience with Modbus and OPC
• Working experience with Ethernet and Serial networks
• Working knowledge of power fundamentals and voltage control
• Strong background in logic development and troubleshooting

Travel: 50%

Job Overview

NextEra Energy offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

5+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

Supervisor/Management Experience: 0+ years

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.