Associate PGD Field Engineer - FL Panhandle Region

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy.

About the Role

This position will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of large-scale universal solar and/or battery facilities within the state of Florida, supporting the Florida Panhandle Region.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site safety manager ensuring all personnel and equipment onsite are safe and that the site/s comply with environmental regulations and required regulatory permits.
• Spend significant time in the field (outside), conducting routine preventive maintenance activities on solar panels, battery storage systems, and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and undertake corrective maintenance to identify and resolve system issues, ensuring maximum system uptime and efficiency.
• Adhere to maintenance schedules and follow established procedures for inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and component replacements.
• Utilize monitoring software and tools to regularly monitor and analyze system performance, identifying deviations and inefficiencies.
• Generate performance reports and maintain accurate records of system performance, including energy production, equipment status, and maintenance activities.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders regarding work progress, challenges, and recommendations.
• Be on-call and responsible for North FL Region sites, coordinating with the Renewables Operation Control Center, OEMs, vendors, and contractors as required. Working weekends and nights outages is required at times.

Requirements

• Highly motivated with a strong bias for action and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering highly preferred.
• Previous PV solar and battery experience highly desired.
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 0+ years of experience.

Job Duties

• Completes assignments that have clear and specific objectives which require the investigation of limited number of variables.
• Performs work involving conventional plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment with relatively few complex features for which there are few precedents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable