Electrical Controls Engineer II — Hybrid (MV/Low Voltage)

Schneider Electric; Fairfield (OH); Hybrid; USD 86,400 - 129,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse high-impact projects

Technical training & career dev

Collaborative culture

Specialized electrical power systems

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in the Cincinnati area (Fairfield, OH). Onsite with potential for 2–3 days of remote work after acclimation, you will design control schemes, develop drawings and BOMs, and lead large electrical projects with minimal supervision.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 4 years of progressive experience in switchgear/power distribution, plus travel. Schneider Electric offers growth opportunities and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years post-bachelor's experience.
• Experience in electrical design of switchgear/switchboard or power distribution (LV/MV).
• Experience with Schneider Electric power distribution products preferred.
• Willingness to travel 2–3 days per month.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate control and protection schemes for MV/LV switchgear and interfaces for new and retrofit projects.
• Create engineering documents: drawings, one-line diagrams, foundation drawings, wire lists, and BOMs.
• Own and manage large electrical projects with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with plant engineering teams for smooth project execution.
• Engage in strategy discussions with sales, quotation, and project management teams.
• Review customer documents to develop harmonized Schneider Electric solutions.
• Conduct order reviews for accuracy and compliance with specs and standards.
• Design control schemes using PLCs/relays to deliver efficient customer solutions.
• Create, test, and troubleshoot electrical schemes.
• Work with Modbus, metering, and circuit monitoring applications.
• Support production and QA; perform site visits and assessments of equipment ratings.
• Assist testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC/Relays

Modbus

Field experience

Travel willingness

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Eco-Structure Asset Advisor

Modbus, TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in the Cincinnati area (Fairfield, OH). Onsite with potential for 2–3 days of remote work after acclimation, you will design control schemes, develop drawings and BOMs, and lead large electrical projects with minimal supervision.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 4 years of progressive experience in switchgear/power distribution, plus travel. Schneider Electric offers growth opportunities and a collaborative culture.