NextEra Energy Resources · 17 hours ago
Engineering Operator (Renewable Control Center)
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. The ROCC Operator plays a critical role in the real-time monitoring, control, and optimization of renewable energy assets, ensuring compliance with regulatory and market requirements while troubleshooting complex operational issues.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Oversee renewable generation assets using SCADA and advanced control systems
Manage alarms, alerts, and operational events to maintain system reliability and performance
Diagnose and resolve operational issues, including equipment failures and communication disruptions
Coordinate restoration activities with field technicians and engineering teams
Ensure adherence to NERC standards and internal compliance protocols
Support energy market communications and scheduling activities
Analyze operational data to identify trends and optimize performance
Prepare accurate logs and reports for internal and regulatory purposes
Serve as a technical resource for junior operators and assist in training
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to support safe and efficient operations
Ensures renewable generation assets operate in accordance with safety and compliance requirements
Maximizes availability, reliability, and revenue through alarm monitoring and response
Coordinates market participation with internal and external schedulers, marketers, transmission operators, and balancing authorities
Responds to, troubleshoot, and recover from off-normal events related to substation protection and operation
Manages initial emergency response for safety, cyber, and environmental events
Plans outages and executes high voltage switching orders to support equipment maintenance
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Grad / GED
Associate's or Equivalent Experience
Experience: 2+ years
Associate degree in technical field preferred
Experience: Minimum 2 years in power generation, renewable energy operations, or related technical field
Strong understanding of electrical systems, SCADA platforms, and operational protocols
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred
Familiarity with energy market operations and compliance requirements
Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and leadership abilities
Bachelor's - Engineering
Benefits
NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.
Company
NextEra Energy Resources
Nextera Energy Resources specializes in offering wind, solar, energy, nuclear and retail services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-10-02Acquired
Leadership Team
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Jim Shandalov
National Vice President, Power Origination
Steve Birndorf
Director, Renewable Energy Consulting
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