Electrical Engineer II

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

Electrical Engineer II

Fairfield, OH (Cincinnati area)

Onsite initially with the potential for 2-3 days of remote work once acclimated.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate electrical control and protection schemes for low and medium-voltage switchgear equipment, including interfaces and interconnections for new as well as existing retrofill and retrofit applications.
• Create all engineering documents like drawings, one line, foundation drawings, wire list and bill of material for customer approval.
• Taking full ownership and responsibility for managing and processing large electrical projects without the need for constant supervision. This includes coordinating various engineering activities, ensuring timely completion, and maintaining high quality standards.
• Coordinate with plant engineering teams for smoother execution of the projects.
• Engaging in strategy discussions alongside the sales, quotation, and project management teams for significant projects to aid in formulating successful plans that meet project objectives and client needs.
• Examine all customer-supplied documents, including technical specifications, customer one-liners, and other materials, to develop effective and harmonized solutions provided by Schneider Electric.
• Conducting thorough order reviews as necessary to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications, technical requirements, and company standards. This step helps to identify any potential issues or discrepancies early on in the process.
• Experience designing control schemes, and utilizing PLCs and/or relays, to accomplish providing efficient solutions to our customers.
• Experience in creating, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical schemes.
• Experience with Modbus communications, utility metering, and circuit monitoring applications.
• Familiarity with Modbus and TCP/IP communications protocols, RS-485, Ethernet and other third party interfaces to support Schneider Eco-Structure Asset Aadvisor.
• Support production and quality assurance teams for manufacturing excellence.
• Perform site visits, conducting assessments of the condition and ratings of the existing equipment.
• Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems to ensure performance and reliability.

Education & Experience

• Electrical Engineering degree required
• 4 years of progressive, post-bachelor's experience is required
• Experience in electrical design of Switchgear / Switchboard or other power distribution products (Low or medium voltage)
• Experience with Schneider Electric power distribution products is preferred
• Manufacturing experience
• Ability to travel 2-3 days per month

Benefits

• Work on diverse, high-impact electrical system projects across multiple industries
• Access to technical training, certifications, and career development programs
• Collaborative culture that values technical excellence and innovative thinking
• Opportunity to build specialized expertise in electrical power systems and architectures

Salary

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

At Schneider Electric, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.