Data Center Global Solution Architect

Schneider Electric; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) + match

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric’s Cloud & Service Providers segment seeks a seasoned Solution Architect to support strategic global accounts across the data center portfolio, influencing architectures and guiding solutions from grid to software. You will engage early in design cycles, lead workshops, and collaborate with LoB experts to assemble the right resources.

The role requires a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in technical roles in critical facilities, and 5+ years in

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in technical roles within critical facilities (design engineering, product/system development, solution architecture)
• 5+ years of customer-facing technical experience, with the ability to lead technical discussions and workshops
• Strong technical judgment with the ability to coordinate expertise across Schneider Electric teams
• Ability to travel internationally up to 25%
• English fluency required

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert technical guidance across Schneider Electric’s full data center scope
• Lead technical workshops and customer design sessions
• Collaborate with competency centers and LoB experts to bring the right technical resources to strategic accounts
• Influence future data center designs and technology adoption
• Coordinate with Global and Regional Application Centers to ensure alignment
• Support Account Managers with project proposals and solution scoping
• Manage technical domains including grid connectivity, MV/LV systems, UPS, HVAC/chillers, liquid cooling, rack systems, software, and services
• Drive digital transformation initiatives leveraging Schneider Electric’s digital portfolio
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across Grid, Power, Building, and IT domains

Skills

Strong communication

Influence decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Curiosity to learn

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Join our Cloud & Service Providers (C&SP) segment where you will support strategic global accounts across the full Schneider Electric portfolio—from Grid to Chip and Chip to Chiller. As a trusted pre‑sales technical advisor, you will influence architectures, systems, and product selections for data center applications. You will work hands‑on with customers early in the design cycle to understand challenges and shape solutions that support the build‑out and operation of their facilities. You will also identify potential offer enhancements and collaborate with Line of Business teams to drive innovation and growth.

What You Will Do

• Deliver expert technical guidance across Schneider Electric’s full data center scope


• Lead technical workshops and customer design sessions


• Collaborate with competency centers and LoB experts to bring the right technical resources to strategic accounts


• Influence future data center designs and technology adoption


• Coordinate with Global and Regional Application Centers to ensure alignment


• Support Account Managers with project proposals and solution scoping


• Manage technical domains including grid connectivity, MV/LV systems, UPS, HVAC/chillers, liquid cooling, rack systems, software, and services


• Drive digital transformation initiatives leveraging Schneider Electric’s digital portfolio


• Foster cross-functional collaboration across Grid, Power, Building, and IT domains

Skills and Capabilities That Drive Success

• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences


• Ability to influence technical decisions and align solutions to customer objectives


• Proven ability to collaborate across large, international organizations and build strong internal networks


• Curiosity and willingness to continuously learn new technologies

What’s In It for You

• Be part of a rapidly growing global data center segment


• Work with industry leaders and a high-performing global team…and more!

Reporting Structure

Reports to the Global Director of C&SP Solution Architecture

What qualifications would make you successful?

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; advanced degree preferred


• 10+ years in technical roles within critical facilities (design engineering, product/system development, solution architecture)


• 5+ years of customer-facing technical experience, with the ability to lead technical discussions and workshops


• Strong technical judgment with the ability to coordinate expertise across Schneider Electric teams


• Ability to travel internationally up to 25%


• English fluency required

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