Engineer I, Mechanical

Schneider Electric; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse project exposure

Mentorship and growth

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Schneider Electric Power Systems in Mount Juliet, TN is seeking an Engineer I, Mechanical. The role focuses on designing enclosures and assemblies for Medium Voltage products, creating 3D models and 2D drawings, and supporting product introductions at manufacturing sites.

The position is onsite for the first six months, with potential for a hybrid schedule after that with supervisor approval, up to 1–2 days remote per week.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering strongly preferred; technical degree with 2-4 years may be considered.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software – Creo preferred.
• Experience designing Sheet Metal enclosures.
• US citizen or legal right to work in the US with no sponsorship.
• Aptitude to succeed in a manufacturing environment.
• Aptitude to learn medium voltage switchgear / mechanical design of electrical power distribution equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer specifications and elementary electrical schematics.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings for development of custom busbar, barriers, and sheet metal parts.
• Generate complete 3D assemblies of customer orders.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials to meet custom applications.
• Coordinate with production and other support functions to resolve design issues promptly.

Skills

Mechanical design

Creo

Sheet metal design

Engineering communication

Manufacturing environment

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Job description

Discover the opportunity to join an international, dynamic, and responsible company that fosters the development of all its people around the world. Every day, we empower employees to achieve more and experience exciting careers. Find out how our values and unique position make Schneider Electric the employer of choice.

Schneider Electric Power Systems has an outstanding opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to assume the role of Engineer I, Mechanical in our Mount Juliet, TN facility.

This is an onsite role for the first six months with the potential for a hybrid work schedule with supervisor approval once that is completed (1-2 days of remote work per week).

Overview

The Project Engineering Team is looking for an Engineer to support the design of Medium Voltage equipment based on our customer’s plans and specifications. These products are applied to distribute utility and generator power to various environments, including industrial, water/wastewater, and data centers. The candidate is responsible for designing enclosures and assemblies for our Medium Voltage products, implementing designs, and supporting product introduction at our manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer specifications and elementary electrical schematics
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings for development of custom busbar, barriers, and sheet metal parts
• Generate complete 3D assemblies of customer orders
• Develop and maintain bills of materials to meet custom applications
• Coordinate with production and other support functions to resolve design issues promptly

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE 2+ years of mechanical design experience
• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering is strongly preferred; Technical degree with 2-4 years of engineering design experience may be considered
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software – Creo is preferred
• Experience designing Sheet Metal enclosures
• US citizen or those who have the legal right to work in the US with no sponsorship
• Aptitude and ability to succeed in a manufacturing environment
• Aptitude and ability to learn medium voltage switchgear / mechanical design of electrical power distribution equipment
• A successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong initiative to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Diverse project exposure across HVAC, structural engineering, and mechanical system integration
• Supportive team environment with mentorship to accelerate your professional growth
• Opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to real-world customer challenges
• Career development in a specialized technical field with clear advancement pathways

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.