Electrical Engineer - Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) (Early-to-Mid Career)

Siemens; Wendell (NC); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Electrification and Automation in Wendell, NC seeks a hybrid Electrical Engineer focusing on MV switchgear. You will translate customer requirements into high-quality engineering designs, analyze specifications, and develop MV switchgear solutions including protection and control systems.

You’ll own technical deliverables as a project engineering lead, create one-line diagrams and bills of material, and support manufacturing and service teams to ensure designs are built and delivered as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 1–4+ years designing or configuring electrical power distribution systems, with emphasis on MV switchgear.
• Experience with electrical drafting tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Engineering Base, ELCAD, or similar).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete engineering documentation for customer approval and MV switchgear manufacturing.
• Create accurate one-line diagrams, control schematics, and bills of material using Siemens configurator tool.
• Own technical deliverables as a project engineering lead, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely execution.
• Support manufacturing, service teams, and customers to ensure designs are built and delivered as intended.
• Collaborate to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

MV switchgear design

Power distribution

Customer requirements analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Engineering Base

ELCAD

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Siemens Electrification and Automation (EA) offers a diverse portfolio of products including but not limited to low voltage motor control centers, compact modular reclosers, distribution switches, medium voltage switchgear, medium voltage circuit breakers, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relays.

Our US headquarters are in Wendell, North Carolina—just 20 minutes east of Raleigh within the booming Research Triangle. Our region offers a reasonable cost of living that helps your compensation go further. The region offers a mild four-season climate, and easy access to both the mountains and the coast. It is an ideal environment to build your career and your future.

This hybrid Electrical Engineer - GIS Switchgear position is based in Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates. Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

You will support the design and application of Siemens Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear solutions. This role focuses on translating customer requirements into high‑quality, cost‑effective engineering designs that meet technical, schedule, and quality expectations. You will also analyze customer technical specifications, one‑line diagrams, and schematics to develop MV switchgear solutions, including associated protection and control systems.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Developing complete engineering documentation for customer approval and MV switchgear manufacturing.
• Creating accurate one‑line diagrams, control schematics, and bills of material using Siemens engineering configurator tool.
• Owning technical deliverables as a project engineering lead, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely execution.
• Supporting manufacturing, service teams, and customers to ensure designs are built and delivered as intended.
• Collaborating to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Having a desire to grow your knowledge in the power systems engineering field with the support of an experienced team.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• One to Four (or more) years of experience designing or configuring electrical power distribution systems, with an emphasis on MV switchgear.
• Experience with electrical drafting tools (AutoCAD Electrical, Engineering Base, ELCAD, or similar software.)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems preferred)
• Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards for MV switchgear
• Experience with Air Insulated MV switchgear and/or Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
• Experience developing or using smart CAD blocks

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

$68,830 $117,994