Sr SCADA & Controls Engineer

** Sr SCADA & Controls Engineer*
* ** Date:
** Feb 15, 2026

** Location(s):
** Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US, 33410

** Company:
** Next Era Energy

** Requisition :
** 90651

Next Era 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*
* Employees in this position are responsible for maintaining overall SCADA availability and performance, industrial automation and control of wind sites, equipment health and performance, and operational data flow for Next Era renewable generation assets. The successful candidate will have a sense of accountability and urgency required to make informed decisions regarding safety, regulatory compliance, system integrity, and engineering complexity under limited supervision.

** Job

Duties & Responsibilities:

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* + Manage multiple automation projects simultaneously, from conception through continuous operations

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including, but not limited to, engineering, construction, supply chain, operations, finance, and IT

+ Design and develop advanced automation solutions for wind farm operations including selection of appropriate control system hardware and software as well as maintaining detailed documentation

+ Provide ongoing support and maintenance for automated systems

+ Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of automation systems to identify areas for improvement, implementing upgrades and modifications to enhance system efficiency and reliability

+ Ensure all automation solutions comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, cybersecurity standards, and corporate policies

+ Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to all safety guidelines and practices

+ Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations

+ Displays strong communication and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced operational environment, with some aspects of research and development

+ Completes assignments given in broad terms concerning general objectives and limitations

+ Performs system testing and documentation for control system changes and upgrades

+ Provides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of control solutions

+ Travels to wind sites occasionally for onsite troubleshooting support and project execution

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* Qualifications:

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Experience:

3+ years in related fields

+ Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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Experience with power generation equipment, power fundamentals, and control schemes

+ Proficiency in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HMI development

+ Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850

+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Certified Professional Engineer (PE)

+ Six Sigma Certified - Yellow or Green Belt

+ Bachelor's Degree - Engineering

** Job Overview*
* Employees in this role have responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating assignments. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope, selection of areas for investigation, and development of novel concepts.

** Job

Duties & Responsibilities *
* -   Plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or controversial complexities which have important impact on major company programs

-   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

-   Performs other job-related duties as assigned

** Required Qualifications*
* -  Bachelor's - Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program

- Experience:

5+ years

** Preferred Qualifications*
* - …