Lead Process Engineer
NextEra Energy , Inc. · North Palm Beach, FL
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 6 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management process role at NextEra Energy , Inc. (industrial) in North Palm Beach, FL. Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Control plans, Automation
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Florida: typical posted base $115k–$140k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 23 process engineer openings in Florida, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live process postings in Florida.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $115k–$140k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 48%
- Lean 43%
- Six Sigma 30%
- New product launch 30%
- Tooling 30%
- SPC 26%
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Full description from NextEra Energy , Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to lead the design, development, and implementation of test automation strategies, best practices, and automation standards that cover the full test pyramid
Write high-quality test code for Database, datasets, UI, API, and integration testing that is scalable, maintainable, efficient, and secure, ensuring comprehensive test coverage
Participate in code reviews and lead to the development of testing standards
Monitor and analyze test results, working with team to identify and resolve technical issues and defects in a timely manner
Continuously improve test processes, tools, and documentation, identifying opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness
Maintain documentation of test plans, automation frameworks, and testing methodologies
Conducts analyses and prepares reports that provide operational and/or technical support to business operations
Conducts quantitative and qualitative research to support small to medium special projects
Assists with process design and modification for continuous business improvement
SQL experience
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication and technical leadership abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Prior P&C insurance industry experience is required.
Commercial and/or Specialty insurance experience is preferred
Program insurance and delegated authority model exposure is nice to have
Knowledge of cloud‑based testing solutions
Job Overview
Responsibilities
Identifies issues and challenges, measures and validates results, and implements solutions
Develops control plans to ensure continuation of project improvements after project completion
Ensures all project documentation is maintained accurately
Assists with projects to successful completion within the committed time frame
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
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: Quality/Process Improvement
Organization: Palms Management Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable
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Lead Quality and Process Project Mgr
Date: Oct 14, 2026
Location(s): North Palm Beach, FL, US, 33408
Company: NextEra Energy
At PALMS Insurance, a NextEra Energy company, we specialize in offering customized insurance solutions that address the unique needs of our clients. Our commitment to excellence, reliability, and customer satisfaction sets us apart as a trusted provider in the insurance industry. Are you ready to make a meaningful difference? Become a part of our team today.
Position Specific Description
Employees in this role will lead, design, develop, and maintain our Quality Assurance aka testing strategy. With this position, you will own the strategic planning and technical implementation of the QA framework
Company Overview: Palms Insurance is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc., and manages both its Alien captive, Palms Cayman (which focuses on providing NextEra flexible and comprehensive insurance) and non-affiliate insurance entity Palms Specialty (a fast-growing specialty surplus lines insurer and reinsurer serving to further diversify NextEra’s overall insurance portfolio and contribute to overall profitability).
Job Description: We are seeking an experienced QA Lead with a strong background in the insurance industry to support strategic system implementation initiatives and ongoing business improvement projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating test plans, define data test strategies, writing user stories, and delivering detailed end to end testing framework along with execution. This role requires both a structured thinker and a hands-on executor who can work across departments to drive clarity, alignment, and actionable outcomes by bridging the gap between business and technology functions.