Data Center Global Solution Architect

Schneider Electric; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 160,800 - 241,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) + match

Paid family leaves

12 holidays and 15 days of paid time off

Job summary

A leading energy management company is seeking a Pre-sales Technical Advisor in Costa Mesa, California. You will support strategic global accounts, deliver expert guidance across data center solutions, and influence technology adoption. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in critical facilities, with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate internationally. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $160,800 - $241,200 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technical roles within critical facilities.
• 5+ years of customer-facing technical experience.
• English fluency required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert technical guidance across the full data center scope.
• Lead technical workshops and customer design sessions.
• Collaborate with competency centers to bring right resources to accounts.
• Influence future data center designs.
• Support Account Managers with project proposals.
• Manage technical domains including grid connectivity and UPS.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to influence technical decisions

Proven ability to collaborate across organizations

Curiosity for new technologies

Education

Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $160,800 - $241,200 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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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

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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