Engineer II, Electrical Systems Design

Schneider Electric; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Fairfield, OH is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to design low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies and related equipment in compliance with IEEE/ANSI, IEC, and NEC/NFPA 70E standards. You will join the Modernization Team and own electrical control and protection schemes for new and retrofitted projects, with on-site work initially and potential for remote days.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 4 years of post-bachelor experience, experience

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate electrical control and protection schemes for low- and medium-voltage switchgear.
• Create drawings, one lines, foundation drawings, wire lists, and BOMs for approval.
• Own and manage large electrical projects with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with plant engineering for 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.
• Design control schemes and utilize PLCs/relays for efficient solutions.
• Create, test, and troubleshoot electrical schemes.
• Work with Modbus, metering, and circuit monitoring applications.
• Support production, QA, and site assessments.

Skills

Electrical design

Project coordination

Power systems

Modbus communications

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PLCs

Relays

TCP/IP

RS-485

Job description

Electrical Engineer II Fairfield, OH (Cincinnati area)

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

This role will be a part of our Modernization Team and will be responsible for the design of low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies/systems and associated equipment in compliance with IEEE/ANSI, IEC, and NEC/NFPA 70E standards, focusing on Power Systems. The chosen candidate will have the responsibility of aiding in the engineering of customized low voltage and medium voltage equipment.

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 and Experience Required

• 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

What's in it for me?

• 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

At Schneider, 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.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

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.

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