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RNG - Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician

NextEra Energy, Dallas, TX, United States


RNG – Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician
Date: Apr 23, 2026

Location(s): Dallas, TX, US, 75241

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 94648

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description
RNG – Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant instrumentation, electrical distribution, and control systems within our RNG production facility. This includes, but is not limited to, transmitters, analyzers, control valves, VFDs, MCCs, PLC/HMI/SCADA components, and related field devices to ensure safe, reliable operation and production of specification‑grade RNG.

The RNG – I&E Technician performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on instrumentation and electrical equipment to keep systems in optimal condition and minimize downtime. This role diagnoses control and electrical issues, completes instrument calibrations and loop checks, supports start‑up/shutdown activities, and verifies proper operation of safety and environmental protection systems. The individual ensures compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines (including LOTO and electrical safe work practices). Maintains accurate records of calibrations, maintenance activities, and as‑built changes. The individual collaborates with operations and maintenance teams to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and participates in safety meetings and training to enhance knowledge and skills. This position requires approximately 25% travel.

Position Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and electrical systems to support safe, reliable operations

Support start‑up, shutdown, and commissioning activities, including loop checks and functional testing

Identifying problems that arise and resolve them

Support mechanical maintenance as needed

Coordinate vendors for projects and field support

Ensuring that safety and environmental rules and programs are strictly adhered to

Carrying out site inspections and audits

Performing preventative and maintenance measures

Observing gauges, dials, switches, and alarms, and other indicators to ensure that all machines are working properly

Comprehend and interpret P&ID’s, SOP’s, and Electrical Drawings

Maintaining a clean, hazard‑free work environment

Flexibility to work shifts and overtime as needed

Job Overview
The RNG Production Technician II is responsible for the operations portion of plant by monitoring, operating, and maintaining equipment within our RNG production facility. The RNG Production Technician II performs routine inspections and maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in optimal condition, identifying and addressing any issues promptly. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and guidelines. Maintains accurate records of equipment maintenance, tracking, and production activities. Collaborates with the team to maintain a clean and organized work environment. Adheres to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a secure work environment. Participates in safety meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skillsets.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Oversee plant operations

Monitor and troubleshoot operating equipment

Clear and concise documentation management

Maintain communication with plant personnel and management

Observe gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure machine is working properly

Perform preventative and routine maintenance

Ensure plant adheres to safety and environmental rules

Identify process deviations and perform root cause/corrective action

Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems

Conduct area inspections and audits

Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School Grad / GED

Experience: 1.5+ years

Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or Equivalent Experience

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Non Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Technicians

Organization: NextEra Energy Pipeline Services, LLC

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, 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.

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