Senior Engineer I, Electrical Systems Design

Schneider Electric; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus scheme

Annual leave 28 days

Pension

Employee share ownership

Health & wellbeing support

Gym flex

Learning portal

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Leeds is seeking an Application Design Engineer to design and apply 11kV Genie-EVO switchgear, delivering high-quality engineering solutions from concept to completion. You will create 2D ePLAN drawings, configure protection relays, and prepare BOMs, while engaging with customers in technical meetings and ensuring compliance with ENA standards.

The role supports hybrid delivery, combining remote work and on-site activities, and requires strong communication skills to manage

Qualifications

• Proven experience in application or electrical design engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ePLAN or similar.
• Experience with switchgear and MV protection.
• Knowledge of ENA standards and UK wiring requirements.
• Knowledge of UK utility standards and practices.
• Excellent communication for customer interaction and technical discussions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and develop application-specific solutions using 11kV Genie-EVO switchgear.
• Create and manage 2D ePLAN drawings, including 3D layout elements.
• Lead and participate in technical design meetings with customers.
• Ensure designs comply with ENA Wiring Standards and customer specs.
• Program and configure protection relays.
• Prepare and maintain BOMs aligned with procurement needs.
• Generate and manage technical documentation, including design reports and relay config files.
• Support hybrid project delivery, working both remotely and on-site as required.
• Complete engineering drawings and wiring diagrams (core deliverables).
• Full design package for Genie-EVO switchgear applications.
• Verified ePLAN drawings (core deliverables).
• Configured protection relay files and supporting documentation.
• Accurate and complete BOMs (core deliverables).
• Clear and concise technical interface documentation.

Skills

Application design engineering

Electrical design engineering

Switchgear experience

MV switchgear knowledge

Protection relay programming

UK standards familiarity

Strong communication

Hybrid project management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ePLAN

Job description

Mission:

Schneider Electric is seeking a skilled and motivated Application Design Engineer to join our team in Leeds. This role focuses on the design and application engineering of our 11kV Genie-EVO switchgear, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, collaborating with customers, and supporting project delivery from concept to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Lead design and develop application-specific solutions using 11kV Genie-EVO switchgear.
• Create and manage 2D ePLAN drawings, including 3D layout elements.
• Lead and participate in technical design meetings with customers.
• Ensure all designs comply with ENA Wiring Standards and customer specifications.
• Program and configuration protection relays.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) aligned with procurement needs.
• Generate and manage technical documentation, including design reports and relay configuration files.
• Support hybrid project delivery, working both remotely and on-site as required.
• Complete engineering drawings and wiring diagrams (core deliverables).
• Full design package for Genie-EVO switchgear applications (core deliverables).
• Verified ePLAN drawings (core deliverables).
• Configured protection relay files and supporting documentation (core deliverables).
• Accurate and complete BOMs (core deliverables).
• Clear and concise technical interface documentation (core deliverables).

Skills & Attributes:

• Proven experience in application or electrical design engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ePLAN or similar.
• Experience with switchgear.
• Strong understanding of medium voltage switchgear and protection relay programming.
• Familiarity with ENA standards and customer-specific wiring requirements.
• Knowledge of UK utility standards and practices.
• Excellent communication skills for customer interaction and technical discussions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a hybrid work environment.

Education

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, CareerHub (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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For this UK based position, the expected pay range is GBP 46,400 - GBP 69,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United Kingdom. Our pay ranges are determined by the local market.