Senior Power Plant Thermal Performance Engineer

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Date: Feb 25, 2025

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

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID:  85555 

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., delivering clean, affordable, and dependable electricity to over 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s cleanest power generation fleets and top-tier reliability, we are setting new standards in the energy industry. Ready to make an impact? Join our exceptional team today and help shape the future of energy!

 

Position Specific Description

The Senior Power Plant Thermal Performance Engineer will be responsible for optimizing the thermal performance of power plants within our portfolio. This position requires in-depth knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to evaluate and enhance the efficiency and reliability of power generation systems. The successful candidate will work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to drive performance improvement initiatives and solve technical challenges.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and analyze the thermal performance of power plants, including turbines, boilers, heat exchangers, cooling systems, and other thermal systems.
  • Conduct performance testing and develop performance models to assess system efficiency, identify areas of improvement, and benchmark against industry standards.
  • Prepare detailed engineering reports, performance evaluations, and action plans to optimize thermal systems and enhance plant output.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement performance improvement projects, including upgrades, modifications, and retrofits.
  • Develop and maintain thermal performance databases, monitoring systems, and software tools for data analysis and reporting.
  • Provide technical support for plant operations, troubleshooting thermal performance issues, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Stay informed about the latest technology advancements, industry trends, and regulatory changes affecting power plant thermal performance.
  • Participate in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities related to thermal performance initiatives.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in all performance improvement activities.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in thermal performance engineering within the power generation industry.
  • Proficiency in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermal system modeling.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience with performance analysis software and tools (e.g., PEPSE, EBSILON, PI System, etc.).
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of power plant operations, maintenance practices, and industry standards.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain is preferred.
  • Willingness to travel to various plant sites as required.

                                                          

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
•  Experience:5+ years

Preferred Qualifications


•  Supervisor/Management Experience:0+ years

 

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:  Engineering
Organization:  Florida Power & Light Company 
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.

 

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.

 


Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
Job Segment: Power Plant, Power Plant Operator, Energy

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