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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 88433
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
NextEra Energy is currently seeking a Solar and Storage SCADA and Controls Specialist who can apply diversified knowledge of control systems, SCADA principles, and IT/OT networking concepts to a broad variety of assignments supporting solar power generation and battery energy storage assets. The employee is responsible for independently interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments supporting solar and storage plant 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. This technical expert provides specialized support for renewable energy control systems, independently diagnosing and resolving complex SCADA, network, and communication issues while ensuring NERC compliance. The role includes delivering remote and onsite technical support to operations teams, maintaining system procedures, and monitoring infrastructure performance. Occasional travel to generation sites is required for hands-on troubleshooting and upgrades. Strong communication skills and commitment to safety are essential in this fast-paced operational environment. 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.
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 personnel
- Performs system testing and documentation to critical systems during significant changes and/or upgrade
- Analyzes and identifies the root cause of - and implements comprehensive technical solutions to - complex application deficiencies and system issues
- Provides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of new (as well as enhancements to existing) security center applications and tools
- Develops 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 targets
- Establishes, documents and maintains procedures and guidelines related to the day-to-day operational support provided to the operations and business unit personnel
- 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: 4+ 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 Operating Services, 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. 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-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. 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 Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.
Requisition ID: 88433
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
NextEra Energy is currently seeking a Solar and Storage SCADA and Controls Specialist who can apply diversified knowledge of control systems, SCADA principles, and IT/OT networking concepts to a broad variety of assignments supporting solar power generation and battery energy storage assets. The employee is responsible for independently interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments supporting solar and storage plant 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. This technical expert provides specialized support for renewable energy control systems, independently diagnosing and resolving complex SCADA, network, and communication issues while ensuring NERC compliance. The role includes delivering remote and onsite technical support to operations teams, maintaining system procedures, and monitoring infrastructure performance. Occasional travel to generation sites is required for hands-on troubleshooting and upgrades. Strong communication skills and commitment to safety are essential in this fast-paced operational environment. 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.
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 personnel
- Performs system testing and documentation to critical systems during significant changes and/or upgrade
- Analyzes and identifies the root cause of - and implements comprehensive technical solutions to - complex application deficiencies and system issues
- Provides technical leadership in the functional specification, design and implementation of new (as well as enhancements to existing) security center applications and tools
- Develops 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 targets
- Establishes, documents and maintains procedures and guidelines related to the day-to-day operational support provided to the operations and business unit personnel
- 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: 4+ 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 Operating Services, 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. 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-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. 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 Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.
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Align your credentials with NERC standards
NextEra's energy roles frequently require familiarity with NERC reliability standards and FERC compliance frameworks. Highlighting relevant certifications or project experience in grid operations, energy storage, or renewable integration strengthens your application before you ever contact a recruiter.
Target roles in wind and solar development
NextEra's pipeline is heavily weighted toward utility-scale wind and solar projects. Engineering, permitting, and project finance roles in those segments see consistent international hiring, so filtering your search by those business units improves your odds of landing a sponsorship-eligible position.
Clarify your visa type before the offer stage
NextEra sponsors H-1B, E-3, and Green Card pathways, but each has different employer cost profiles and timelines. If you're an Australian national, confirm the E-3 route early since it avoids the H-1B lottery and can move from offer to start date significantly faster.
Request PERM initiation timing in writing
For EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, PERM labor certification timelines at DOL currently run 12 to 18 months or longer. Ask during negotiations when the company typically begins PERM after a hire, so you're not caught off-guard by multi-year waits after joining.
Build a portfolio around energy transition projects
NextEra recruiters screen for candidates who have worked on interconnection studies, PPA structuring, or battery storage integration. Concrete deliverables from those areas signal specialty occupation depth, which is exactly what USCIS evaluates when reviewing H-1B petitions for energy engineering roles.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open positions by visa type
NextEra regularly posts energy roles across multiple business units, and sponsorship eligibility isn't always obvious from a job title alone. Migrate Mate lets you filter NextEra's open positions specifically by visa type, so you spend time applying only to roles where international candidates are actively considered.
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Find Energy at NextEra Energy Resources JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does NextEra Energy Resources sponsor H-1B visas for Energys?
Yes, NextEra Energy Resources has a consistent record of sponsoring H-1B visas for technical energy roles including engineers, analysts, and project development professionals. The company files petitions through the standard USCIS H-1B cap process each April, so roles requiring new H-1B status are typically tied to an October 1 start date. If you're already H-1B-exempt or transferring from another employer, timing is more flexible.
How do I apply for Energy jobs at NextEra Energy Resources?
You can apply directly through NextEra's careers portal or browse their open energy positions filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. Before applying, confirm the role is listed as open to sponsored candidates, since not every posting explicitly states this. Tailoring your resume to reflect NERC compliance, renewable project experience, or energy market analysis significantly improves your chances of progressing past initial screening.
Which visa types does NextEra Energy Resources commonly use for Energy roles?
NextEra sponsors H-1B and E-3 visas for nonimmigrant work authorization in energy positions, and supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways for longer-term immigration. The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. For candidates from other countries, H-1B is the primary route, with PERM-based Green Card sponsorship available after establishing tenure in the role.
What qualifications does NextEra Energy Resources expect for Energy positions?
Most energy roles at NextEra require a bachelor's degree at minimum in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, finance, or a related technical field. Advanced degrees in power systems, energy policy, or environmental engineering are common among hired candidates. Practical experience with interconnection studies, utility-scale project development, power purchase agreements, or FERC regulatory filings carries significant weight alongside academic credentials.
How do I manage visa timing between an offer and my start date at NextEra?
If you need a new H-1B, your start date will almost certainly be October 1 following the April lottery. Plan to receive your offer by March to allow time for USCIS registration. E-3 applicants can move faster since consular processing at Australian posts typically runs two to four weeks after your employer certifies the Labor Condition Application with DOL. Build buffer time for LCA certification, which takes seven to ten business days.
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