PGD Principal Technical Services Specialist

Requisition ID:  92845 

 

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 Wind Fleet Electrical team is searching for a Principal Technical Services Specialist candidate to assist with operating and maintaining NextEra Energy Resources wind turbine generators and power distribution cables. The candidate should possess 6+ years of experience specifically in working with large motors and/or generators across design, manufacturing, and/or field environments.

 

A successful candidate will have:

• Strong understanding of the principles and operation of electrical rotating machines, including electromagnetic theory and machine dynamics.
• Ability to diagnose issues and implement solutions for generator systems, using diagnostic tools such as Vibration Monitoring, Motor Current Signature Analysis (MCSA, ESA), and endoscopic inspections.
• Familiarity with materials and techniques used in the construction of rotating electrical machines and the manufacturing processes involved.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards for Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Familiarity and experience with Root Cause Analysis
• Experience with writing repair, operations, and/or maintenance procedures and specifications
• Capability to translate and communicate financial and technical business cases to gain leadership approval
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects and deliverables
• Data driven decision making skills
• Ability to relate to Field Service Personnel to provide adequate technical support

 

Previous experience with wind generation desired but not required.

 

Basic Requirements:

• Estimated travel 20% to wind sites and vendor shops
• Willing and able to climb wind turbines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams
• Willing to work in an office environment
• Ability and interest to learn and self-teach new skills and technologies

 

Additional information on team

The Wind Fleet team is within the Power Generation Division of NextEra Engineering Resources. The team supports the operation and maintenance of 14000+ Wind Turbines across North America from headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The goal of the Electrical Wind Fleet team is to increase uptime of the fleet and decrease operation and maintenance costs.

Job Overview

Employees in this job are subject matter experts and make decisions and recommendations having significant impact on technical aspects of the company. Individuals in the role are responsible for one or more programs of such diversity and scope to be of critical importance to overall company objectives.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

•   Plans, organizes, and guides extensive technical programs and activities of outstanding novelty and/or importance
•   Negotiates critical and controversial issues with high level management and officers of their organizations and companies
•   Travels to power plants for onsite troubleshooting support
•   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

•  Technical / Functional Excellence/Learning
•  Process Management Concepts
•  Quality Tools and Techniques
•  Effective Written Communications
•  Effective Verbal Communications
•  High School Grad / GED
•  Safety Policy and Practice
•  Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
•  Experience: 6+ years

Preferred Qualifications

•  Bachelor's - Engineering
•  Supervisor/Management Experience:Without Rating

 

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:  Technical Specialist
Organization:  NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

 

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, genetic