Requisition ID:92539NextEra 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 currently seeking a Wind Turbine Controls and SCADA Technical Specialist who can apply diversified knowledge of OEM level controls, SCADA principles, and IT/OT concepts to a broad variety of assignments supporting wind power generation. The employee is responsible for independently interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments supporting wind turbine individual and site-level communication and control. This role is also responsible for providing technical guidance, support, and mentoring to other team members as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. Typical assignments will be across the entire asset lifecycle, primarily focusing on operational and end-of-life IT/OT and SCADA assets such as SCADA systems, PLC's, communication networks, wind turbine generator controllers, supporting networked applications, and associated virtualized environments.The successful candidate will have a sense of accountability and urgency required to make informed decisions regarding safety, regulatory compliance, system integrity, and technical scope under limited supervision. Alternative position levels are available for the right candidate*Job Duties & Responsibilities*Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs:Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on technical matters within and outside the organization, acting independently in decision-makingProvides technical direction and support to operations, business units, and field personnelLeads system testing and documentation for control system changes and upgradesDiagnoses and resolves complex application deficiencies, system issues, and operational challengesDesigns, implements, and optimizes control solutions for wind farm operationsSupports automation engineering initiatives for failure mitigation, process improvement, data analytics, and performance optimizationDevelops and enforces internal process standards and best practicesEstablishes and maintains procedures and guidelines supporting controls and SCADA usersTroubleshoots and repairs complex computer and OT communication system issues related to power system operationsIdentifies, analyzes, and resolves network, database, protocol, and application issuesEnsures compliance with NERC, FERC, and other applicable regulatory standards related to SCADA and communicationsMonitors and resolves infrastructure performance, application connectivity,



and security-related issues using specialized network diagnostic toolsSupports cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems and SCADA networksProvides technical expertise for wind energy technology, turbine control systems, and grid integrationCollaborates cross-functionally with IT, field operations, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration and performanceAssists with labor and materials estimates, bid reviews, and oversight of contracted servicesChampions a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all health and safety guidelinesTravels to wind sites as needed for onsite troubleshooting and project executionCompletes assignments with broad objectives and minimal supervision*Required Qualifications*Experience: 5+ years in related fieldsEducation: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teamsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience with power generation equipment, power fundamentals, and control schemesWorking experience with GE WindSCADA and ControlST, Siemens WPS, Vestas VOB and Online ToolkitKnowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyValid state Driver's license and ability to acquire passport*Preferred Qualifications*Certified Professional Engineer (PE)Six Sigma Certified – Green BeltSix Sigma Certified – Black Belt or Master Black BeltBachelor's Degree – Engineering or Computer ScienceMaster's Degree – EngineeringProject Management Professional (PMP)*Job Overview*This job interprets, organizes, executes and coordinates assignments. Employees in the role plan and develop technical projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, selection of areas for investigation, and development of novel concepts. Individuals in the role act as a technical liaison to individuals within and outside their organization with responsibility to act independently regarding technical matters pertaining to the individual's field. Employee's assignments are given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations.*Job Duties & Responsibilities*Provides full-time technical support to the operations and business unit personnelPerforms system testing and documentation to critical systems during significant changes and/or upgradeAnalyzes and identifies the root cause of - and implements comprehensive technical solutions to - complex application deficiencies and system issuesProvides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of current (as well as enhancements to existing) security center applications and toolsDevelops new (and improves existing)



processes with goal of increasing productivity, reducing risk of system failure, promoting efficiency in work flow, and meeting or exceeding the key operational performance targetsEstablishes, documents and maintains procedures and guidelines related to the day-to-day operational support provided to the operations and business unit personnelTravels to power plants for onsite troubleshooting supportPerforms other job-related duties as assigned*Required Qualifications*Education:High School Grad / GEDBachelor's or Equivalent ExperienceExperience: 4+ years*Preferred Qualifications*Education: Bachelor's - EngineeringThe estimated base pay for this position is $103,200.00 to $154,800.00 per year. Starting pay will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, job-related and industry knowledge and skills and education/training.NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickhereto learn more.Employee Group:ExemptEmployee Type:Full TimeJob Category:Technical SpecialistOrganization:NextEra Energy Canadian Op SrvRelocation Provided:Yes, if applicableNextEra Energy is an Equal Prospect 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.NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.NextEra Energydoes notaccept any unsolicited resumes or referrals fromany third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

📌 Sr Pgd Technical Services Specialist - $103,200 - $154,800 A Year (Lambton County)
🏢 NextEra Energy Resources
📍 Lambton County