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MISO

Principal Advisor Research and Development

Carmel, IN · On-site

$168K - $193K/yr

The Principal Advisor, R&D at Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. in Carmel, IN will lead ... Develop prototypes for energy markets, operations, and technology systems. Lead internal and ...

Concentric Energy Advisors, Inc.

$128K - $191K/yr

Principal Consultant - Utility Revenue Requirements Specialist Location: Marlborough, MA or ... Concentric Energy Advisors, Inc. ( www.ceadvisors.com ) ( Concentric ) is an employee-owned leading ...

MISO

Principal Strategy Advisor

Carmel, IN · On-site

$152K - $177K/yr

Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future - it ... our Principal Strategy Advisor and help us keep the lights on! #DiscoverMISO #LifeatMISO ...

California Energy Commission

Senior Counsel

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$10K - $15K/mo

... principal energy policymakers. Under the general direction of the Assistant Division Chief, the Investigative Counsel will be responsible for advising the Division, which operates as an independent ...

Antora Energy

Principal, Power Procurement

Position Summary The Principal, Power Procurement will lead complex utility tariff negotiations ... Advise the VP, Energy on market-level commercial strategy, including where to deploy negotiating ...

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Principal Strategy Advisor

Carmel, IN · On-site

$152K - $177K/yr

As the Principal Strategy Advisor , you will be part of the team that plays a key leadership role ... Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future - it ...

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How much do principal energy advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal energy advisor in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Energy Advisor vs Energy Analyst?

AspectPrincipal Energy AdvisorEnergy Analyst
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications like LEED or PE, industry experienceDegree in engineering, environmental science, or related field; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, energy companies, government agencies; strategic planningData analysis, reporting, project support; office-based
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large energy projects, policy development, and consultingCommon in research, utilities, and corporate energy departments

The Principal Energy Advisor typically focuses on strategic planning, policy, and high-level consulting, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, an Energy Analyst primarily handles data analysis and reporting tasks. Both roles are vital in the energy sector but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Principal Energy Advisor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,393 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Principal Attorney - Energy Advisory

Houston, TX

NextEra Energy
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Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

NextEra Energy rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Requisition ID:  96542 

At Gexa Energy, a NextEra Energy Resources company, we provide reliable low-cost energy solutions. Focused on customer satisfaction, we offer innovative electricity plans tailored to the diverse needs of Texas homes and businesses. If you're passionate about making a difference in the energy industry and delivering exceptional customer experiences, join our team today.

Position Specific Description

EverBright, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, is seeking an experienced attorney, in its Houston office, for its residential solar business to handle customer complaints and disputes and advise the company on issues related to the residential solar business. The role will include drafting and negotiating responses to legal inquiries and claims, managing responses to regulatory inquiries, government investigations, consumer protection complaints, and Attorney General matters, and providing legal and commercial guidance to business leaders.  

The attorney will oversee compliance with all legal requirements related to consumer protection issues, including state and federal requirements governing residential solar transactions, financing arrangements, marketing practices, disclosures, collections, and customer communications, and will assess regulatory developments to advise business stakeholders on compliance risks and operational implementation.  

The attorney will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders by identifying legal and regulatory risks, developing mitigation strategies, and supporting operational decision-making, and should be able to handle multiple matters concurrently. The attorney will also handle tasks such as drafting contracts and managing vendor and other agreements related to the residential solar business. The candidate should ideally have a background in litigation, and experience in consumer finance, consumer protection, commercial transactions and regulatory compliance. Experience in  residential solar and energy industries is strongly preferred. This attorney will participate in complex legal matters and projects and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with minimal supervision. 

Job Overview

Employees in this job participate in complex legal matters and projects and deliver timely and quality legal services to clients with moderate supervision.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

   Provides written and oral legal advice to clients
   Anticipates and guards against legal risks involving the organization
   Works to ensure budget compliance and avoids the need for outside counsel
   Ensures disclosure of potentially material legal issues to senior leadership
   Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications

  Member in Good Standing of State Bar
  High School Grad / GED
  Juris Doctorate
  Bachelor's Degree
  Experience: 2+ years
Preferred Qualifications

  None

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:  Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization:  Gexa Energy, LP 
Relocation Provided:  No

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. 

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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