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NextEra Energy PGD Wind Principal Mechanical Engineer in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
PGD Wind Principal Mechanical Engineer
Date: Dec 12, 2024
Location(s): Palm Beach Gardens, FL, US, 33410
Company: NextEra Energy
Requisition ID: 84154
is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. We are leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy with our goal to reach Real Zero carbon emissions from our operations by 2045 while improving customer affordability and reliability. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.
Position Specific Description
NextEra Energy is seeking an experienced professional to join the Power Generation Division Engineering & Operations Support Services organization as part of the wind renewable energy fleet team. The ideal candidate is highly capable, well organized, results oriented, self-directed, process focused and an effective communicator who can build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Job Overview and Expectations:
With little supervision/guidance, the successful candidate will be expected to complete the following:
Perform Day to Day Activities of Machine Handling
Drive-train system
Yaw system
Pitch system
Hydraulic system
Respond as needed during off-hours as power generation operates ‘around the clock’
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Systemic & Emerging Wind Turbine Issues
Catastrophic Events
Develop & Deploy
RCA Countermeasures
Failure Management Countermeasures
Reliability Improvement Countermeasures
Cost Effective Solutions to Problems
Maintenance Optimization Strategies
Tooling
Drive Organization Efficiencies
Automating Processes
Standardizing Dispositions
With little supervision/guidance, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following:
Apply standard processes/procedures to achieve objectives and goals
Apply sound engineering principles to a broad variety of assignments
Use advanced methods and techniques that may require extension/adaption of theories, precepts, practices and/or criteria
Collaborate within and across business units
Be a catalyst for change
Mentor junior engineers
Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering
7+ Years of Relevant Engineering Work (design, project, test, etc.)
5+ Years of Experience in Wind Power Generation and/or Drivetrain Experience
Demonstrated History of Leadership Capability and Project Ownership
Travel to wind sites as often as 5-10 days per month
Physically Capable of Climbing a Wind Turbine and Executing Field Work
Desired Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in power generation (renewables preferred) or related industrial field
Gear, Bearing, Bolted Joint Design, Application and/or Maintenance Experience
Licensed Professional Engineer
Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering
Patent Holder
Experience in Project Management and/or Personnel Supervision
Experience with AutoCAD or Solid Works
Experience with Maximo or similar enterprise asset management system
Six Sigma certification, Shainin Red 8 Journeyman or similar quality process certification
Job Overview
Employees in this role make decisions and recommendations having significant impact on extensive engineering and related activities for the company. This position negotiates critical and controversial issues with top level engineers and officers of other organizations and companies.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive engineering programs and activities
• Manages one or more programs of complex diversity and scope which are of critical importance to overall company objectives
• Acts as a subject matter expert
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's - Engineering
• Experience: 7+ years
Preferred Qualifications
• None
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.
Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Engineering
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, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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