Engineer II, Software

Schneider Electric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Employee development programs

Job summary

Schneider Electric in New York is seeking a Systems Application Engineer II to design and deliver building automation solutions that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and reliability. You will own projects from pre‑sales support through design, documentation, and commissioning, acting as a technical expert for colleagues and customers.

The role requires on-site presence in New York, collaboration with sales and operations, and the ability to read drawings, select products, and produce complete

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred).
• 3–5 years of BAS, HVAC controls, or MEP experience.
• Ability to read/interpret architectural, electrical, mechanical, and control drawings.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Visio, file structures.

Responsibilities

• Review bid specs and develop clear, strategic exceptions
• Select the best mix of products and installation methods for cost‑effective solutions
• Prepare installation submittals and support handoff to operations
• Act as a technical resource for internal teams and customers
• Attend sales‑to‑operations turnover meetings and job‑site walk‑throughs
• Independently design BAS systems for standard and mission‑critical facilities
• Create custom design solutions to meet unique customer requirements
• Produce complete BAS design packages: mechanical layouts, electrical drawings, BOM, sequences of operation, valve/damper schedules, DDC panel layouts, BAS network architecture
• Analyze plans, codes, and specifications to determine project scope and risks
• Provide start‑up/commissioning documentation to installation teams
• Prepare engineering re‑estimates and collaborate with sales/management
• Create specs and drawings for components from external suppliers
• Select appropriate control products (valves, sensors, controllers, etc.)
• Prepare RFIs and manage pre‑installation change orders
• Maintain and update hardware and engineering standards

Skills

BAS/HVAC controls

Drawing interpretation

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Visio

BAS software knowledge

BACnet

LON

Modbus

Job description

As a Systems Application Engineer II, you’ll design and deliver innovative building automation solutions that improve energy efficiency, comfort, and operational reliability. You’ll take ownership of projects from pre‑sales support through design, documentation, and commissioning support—while serving as a technical expert for both colleagues and customers.

this position requires the candidate to be on site.

What You’ll Do

• Review bid specs and develop clear, strategic exceptions
• Select the best mix of products and installation methods for cost‑effective solutions
• Prepare installation submittals and support handoff to operations
• Act as a technical resource for internal teams and customers
• Attend sales‑to‑operations turnover meetings and job‑site walk‑throughs
• Independently design BAS systems for standard and mission‑critical facilities
• Create custom design solutions to meet unique customer requirements
• Produce complete BAS design packages: mechanical layouts, electrical drawings, BOM, sequences of operation, valve/damper schedules, DDC panel layouts, BAS network architecture
• Analyze plans, codes, and specifications to determine project scope and risks
• Provide start‑up/commissioning documentation to installation teams
• Prepare engineering re‑estimates and collaborate with sales/management
• Create specs and drawings for components from external suppliers
• Select appropriate control products (valves, sensors, controllers, etc.)
• Prepare RFIs and manage pre‑installation change orders
• Maintain and update hardware and engineering standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred)
• 3–5 years of BAS, HVAC controls, or MEP experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical training
• Ability to read/interpret architectural, electrical, mechanical, and control drawings
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Visio, file structures
• Familiarity with BACnet, LON, Modbus
• Highly organized, able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

Bonus Skills

• BAS controls programming (Function Block, Script, Graphics)
• Developing intuitive graphical user interfaces for BAS systems
• Job‑site commissioning and system checkout experience
• Ability to follow and contribute to documentation and software standards
• Clear communication of project progress and technical solutions
• Interpret and implement written sequences of operations
• Experience collaborating with contractors and commissioning teams
• Ability to provide customer training when needed

Benefits

• Care for Yourself and Your Family: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, 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: competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
• Grow Your Skills and Career: development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Team Up in the Workplace: collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Support Your Community: volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and “inclusion” is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here. 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.