Technical Project Engineer

Schneider Electric; Ledston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Leeds, United Kingdom, seeks a Technical Project Engineer (Specialist, Project Execution) to manage medium-voltage equipment projects from design to delivery. You will produce drawings, prepare manufacturing docs, and support FAT with clients, coordinating with deployment teams and stakeholders to meet budget, schedule, and quality targets.

The role requires strong MV electrical knowledge, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/EPLAN), and solid project management skills, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Experience with medium-voltage electrical equipment (MV switchgear, transformers, protection systems, control circuits).
• Ability to create and review engineering drawings, BOMs, and electrical schematics using CAD tools (AutoCAD or EPLAN).
• Strong project engineering/management experience including planning, risk management, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects end-to-end—from initial design through to final delivery.
• Produce engineering drawings and prepare manufacturing documentation.
• Provide technical support during FAT with clients.
• Organize and lead project activities, monitor and control progress.
• Ensure budget, schedule, and quality requirements are met; perform risk assessment and mitigation.

Skills

MV equipment

Switchgear

Transformers

Protection systems

Control circuits

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Engineering drawings

BOMs

Electrical schematics

Project management

Risk management

IEC BS EN standards

Communication

Stakeholder management

Organization

Electrical Engineering

Power Engineering

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Power Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Misson This role is responsible for managing the engineering design and project execution of medium-voltage equipment across low-to medium-complexity projects. Working as part of a dedicated and highly skilled team, you will be focused on delivering tailored technical solutions while ensuring an excellent customer experience. What You’ll Be Doing As a Technical Project Engineer (Specialist, Project Execution) you will manage projects end-to-end—from initial design through to final delivery. Key responsibilities include producing engineering drawings, preparing manufacturing documentation, and providing technical support during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with clients. You will organize and lead project activities, monitor and control progress, and ensure that budget, schedule, and quality requirements are met. Effective risk assessment and mitigation will be essential throughout the project lifecycle. The role also requires close coordination with project deployment teams and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and successful adoption of project deliverables. What skills will make you successful? Experience with medium-voltage electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems, and control circuits. Ability to create and review engineering drawings, technical documentation, BOMs, and electrical schematics using CAD tools such as AutoCAD or EPLAN. Strong project engineering or project management experience, including planning, risk management, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, industry standards (IEC, BS EN), and manufacturing processes. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across customers, suppliers, and internal teams. Customer-focused, organised, and adaptable, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) is advantageous.

Technical Project Engineer Leeds, United Kingdom