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Wind Resource Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Sr Engineer

Tallahassee, FL ยท Remote

$99K - $136K/yr

Requisition ID: 96380 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity ... Create and validate PSSE, PSLF and PSCAD models for solar, wind and battery projects. * Perform and ...

Sr Engineer

Tallahassee, FL ยท On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Requisition ID: 96380 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity ... Create and validate PSSE, PSLF and PSCAD models for solar, wind and battery projects. * Perform and ...

Senior Site Civil Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution. * Provide ... wind, solar) or transmission projects preferred. * Familiarity with permitting processes for both ...

Senior Site Civil Engineer

Sarasota, FL ยท On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution. * Provide ... wind, solar) or transmission projects preferred. * Familiarity with permitting processes for both ...

Senior Site Civil Engineer

Miami, FL ยท On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution. * Provide ... wind, solar) or transmission projects preferred. * Familiarity with permitting processes for both ...

Requisition ID: 94825 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity ... Create and validate PSSE, PSLF and PSCAD models for solar, wind and battery projects. * Perform and ...

Requisition ID: 94825 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity ... Create and validate PSSE, PSLF and PSCAD models for solar, wind and battery projects. * Perform and ...

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Wind Resource Engineer information

What does a wind resource engineer do?

A Wind Resource Engineer is responsible for assessing and analyzing potential sites for wind energy projects by studying wind patterns, collecting meteorological data, and using specialized software to forecast wind resources. Their work helps determine the feasibility and efficiency of wind farm locations, ensuring optimal energy production. They also collaborate with environmental scientists, project managers, and engineers to select suitable turbine placements and design wind farms that maximize output while minimizing environmental impact.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wind resource engineer?

To thrive as a Wind Resource Engineer, you need a strong background in atmospheric science, data analysis, and renewable energy concepts, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency with wind modeling software such as WAsP or WindPRO, as well as experience with GIS and meteorological data, is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and clear communication help engineers interpret data and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure accurate wind resource assessments, optimize project feasibility, and contribute to the successful development of wind energy projects.

How does a wind resource engineer typically collaborate with other teams during a wind farm project?

Wind Resource Engineers work closely with project developers, environmental specialists, and data analysts throughout the lifecycle of a wind farm project. They coordinate with developers to assess site feasibility, share resource assessment data with environmental teams to address potential impacts, and provide technical input to construction and operations teams to optimize turbine placement. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as their analyses directly influence project design, permitting, and energy yield predictions.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Wind Resource Engineer jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Wind Resource Engineer job openings:

Wind Transportation Engineer

Pensacola, FL โ€ข On-site

$98K - $164K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop transportation fixture, packaging, and preservation designs and related technical documentation.

  • Adapt transportation, packaging, and preservation designs to transport modes, logistics cycles, and storage conditions while ensuring compliance with safety and international standards.

  • Support manufacturing, sourcing, and project teams in resolving packaging-related issues and ensure designs meet program requirements.


Job description

Job Description Summary

The Wind Transportation Engineer is in the Transportation Engineering team within GE Vernova Wind Mechanical Subsystem. The Transportation Engineer will lead engineering design, analysis and product support work on transportation fixtures, packaging, preservation, and related accessories for wind turbine components and sub-assemblies. In this role, you will deliver engineering designs, execute business critical New Product Introductions, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure world class preservation and performance for the onshore and offshore wind turbine platforms. The design responsibility reaches from the conceptual design stage through prototyping to the serial implementation and support of the installed fleet.

Job Description Key Deliverables
  • Develop transportation fixture, packaging, and preservation designs & related technical documentation such as fabrication, lashing/securement, and packaging drawings.
  • Adapt the transportation fixture, packaging, and preservation designs to the modes of transport, logistic cycle, storage conditions respecting company Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and international transportation standards.
  • Create & refine design practices to drive consistent implementation of the transportation, packaging, and preservation across wind turbine platforms and regions.
  • Provide support to Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Projects teams to solve packaging-related problems.
  • Use all available physical & electronic resources to research technical problems and find solutions independently.
  • Own risk identification and mitigation process including dFMEA and design validation.
  • Take ownership of all transportation and packaging related issues within GEV Onshore and Offshore Wind for both domestic and international wind turbine platforms.
  • Work cross functionally with Systems and Subsystem teams to define component interfaces and ensure all designs meet program requirements.
  • Work cross functionally with Sourcing and Global Logistics teams to resolve all supplier-related packaging issues and support review and validation of supplier packaging procedures as required.
  • Prioritize work using inputs from internal customers and ensure work aligns with Transportation Engineering team goals and objectives.
  • Develop and publish transportation fixture and packaging specifications for use by 3rd party design entities.
  • Perform trade-off studies to ensure transportation fixture, packaging, and preservation designs are effective and cost competitive.
  • Perform and/or manage special projects under the direction of the Transportation Engineering Leader.
Minimum Qualifications
  • B.A./M.A. in Mechanical, Structural, Material, or Packaging Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Ability to work with global team members across cultural boundaries.
  • Minimum of 3 years product design and development experience.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and project management skills.
  • Knowledge of CAD (preferably Unigraphics NX 3D-CAD), FEA (preferably Ansys) and PLM tools.
  • Fluent English written and spoken.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of time.
Desired Characteristics
  • Experience in the wind industry.
  • Experience in packaging, supply chain, or shipping & logistics.
  • Experience in large fabrication design.
  • Experience in an industrial environment.
  • Knowledge of shipping & transportation regulatory standards.
  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate leadership qualities of self and others.
  • Ability to maintain consistent quality of work under deadline pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ability to analyze problems and apply critical thinking to implement feasible solutions.
  • A collaborative approach and willingness to engage in an environment of active idea sharing.
  • Sharp organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • A continuous improvement attitude for products, process, and self.
  • Technical competency across logistics, customs/duties/trade zones, manufacturing, fulfillment, sourcing, and operations.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance

Yes

Compensation and Bonus
  • For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00.
  • The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
  • The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidateโ€™s experience, education, and skill set.
  • Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 20, 2026.

Benefits
  • Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
  • Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
  • Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different...we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth's verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com

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