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Nextera Energy, Inc.

Principal Research Engineer

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Nextera Energy, Inc.
Generates clean energy, primarily through wind and solar power, while providing utility services.
Lead transformative R&D initiatives in clean energy and analytics, using expertise in engineering, data science, and analytics to explore emerging technologies, prototype and evaluate new concepts, and mentor researchers.
22d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
St Paul, MN
Remote
Company Size
15,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity generation
Electric power transmission
Electric power distribution
Renewable energy (wind & solar)
Energy storage
Smart grid analytics
Energy efficiency services
Fiber broadband infrastructure
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Renewable Energy
Wind
Solar
Nuclear
Natural Gas
Battery Storage
Energy Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
machine learning
big data
software development
thought leadership
collaboration
team mentorship
  • Develop machine learning, optimizations or other modeling solutions
  • Translate ambiguous, high-potential opportunities into validated concepts for scale.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to explore new markets, methods, and energy solutions.
  • Provide thought leadership, set technical strategy, and identify possible uses of data science methods
  • Oversee related employee work, learn new techniques being developed
  • Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses
  • Lead short-cycle, hypothesis-driven experiments to test and validate new ideas.
  • Design, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and business models.
  • Represent the R&D team internally and externally through thought leadership, publications, and partnerships.
  • Works with big data and distributed computing platforms
  • Develops software and contributes to product development
  • Explain methods and results to upper-level executives
  • Mentor engineers and researchers, fostering a culture of curiosity, humility, and responsibility.
What you bring
analytics
collaborate
leadership
bachelor's
master's
judgment
  • Embrace the Mindset: Thrive in ambiguity, value humility, and collaborate without ego.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in high-trust, high-autonomy teams.
  • Experience in research and development, with proven leadership in innovative projects.
  • Experience: 6+ years
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Strong expertise in one or more areas relevant to clean energy and analytics (e.g., AI/ML, optimization, power systems, advanced simulation, renewable integration).
  • Master’s Degree
  • Track record of impactful prototypes and successful product launches.
  • Doctoral Degree
  • Work with Judgment: Use common sense, break through blockers, and focus on impact.
  • Use sound judgment to balance exploration with business constraints.
  • Advanced degree or work experience in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Math, or related field.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
100M Homes
Energy Consumer Base
Supplies electricity and natural gas across the United States, impacting a large residential and commercial sector.
  • A leader in renewable energy generation, specializing in solar and wind power.
  • Pioneering clean energy solutions for a sustainable future, with a focus on innovation.
  • One of the largest producers of renewable energy from wind and solar in the world.
  • Financially strong, with consistent revenue growth fueled by major infrastructure investments.
  • Known for undertaking large-scale renewable energy projects, including massive wind farms.
  • Aims to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future with a commitment to energy independence.
  • Expands operations in both energy production and electric transmission, with a growing presence in international markets.
  • Built a track record of success in navigating regulatory frameworks while driving forward renewable energy advancements.
Culture + Values
  • Committed to excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Treating people with respect
  • Teamwork
  • Continuous improvement
  • Innovation
  • Focus on employees’ growth and opportunities
  • Strong community involvement
Environment + Sustainability
100% by 2045
Carbon Emissions Elimination
Aim to achieve real zero by eliminating all Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions from operations by 2045.
36% by 2025
Carbon Reduction Target
Specific target for reducing carbon emissions, demonstrating significant early progress toward sustainability goals.
90 GW Solar
Solar Capacity Expansion
Plans to dramatically increase solar energy production to meet long-term renewable energy goals.
50 GW Storage
Battery Storage Growth
Ambitious expansion of battery storage capacity to support renewable energy initiatives.
  • Zero Carbon Blueprint includes decarbonizing U.S. power sector, grid-scale emissions reduction, and customer carbon solutions.
  • No reliance on carbon offsets—goal achieved through operational emissions reductions.
  • Scope 3 transparency initiative via supplier and customer collaboration.
  • Investments in wind, solar, battery, green hydrogen, transmission; $1.9 b demand in transmission through 2027.
Inclusion & Diversity
35% Leadership Roles
Women and Minorities in Leadership
Women and minorities hold significant representation in leadership positions, demonstrating progress toward inclusive leadership.
  • Employees are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where they feel welcome and empowered.
  • The company offers Diversity & Inclusion programs, mentorship opportunities, and employee resource groups to support all team members.
  • All employees are eligible for fair hiring, promotion, and compensation practices as an equal opportunity employer.
  • Surveys are used to monitor employee satisfaction and engagement.
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