Field Engineering Program Leader

Schneider Electric; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Technical Program Lead to manage and coordinate hiring and training for the new System Commissioning Specialist role. This position involves overseeing onboarding processes and developing training programs to ensure effective field operation and workforce readiness. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical or industrial sectors with proven leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the electrical, industrial, commissioning space, ideally with experience in a field role.
• Prior Commercial or Industrial field experience, or scheduling of field personnel is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing technical training programs is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute hiring strategies to recruit skilled System Commissioning Specialists.
• Implement and coordinate a structured training program with the Center of Excellence.
• Continuously evaluate and improve hiring, training, and scheduling processes.

Skills

Coordination

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $121,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Stock options

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Technical Program Lead – Field Commissioning Specialist Training

Business Unit - Digital Power Operations

Location – Franklin, TN with travel potential of 10-20% but would consider candidates in one of our HUB locations if they can commute a few weeks every month.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Program Lead to manage, coordinate and organize the hiring, classroom training, and on the job training for a new role in Schneider Electric called the System Commissioning Specialist. This role is critical to ensuring that our commissioning teams are properly onboarded, trained, and deployed to the field teams efficiently to meet headcount growth in our proximity and web giant business.

The position will have up to 5 direct reports on a temporary basis (newly hired System Commissioning Specialists) and will be responsible for interviewing, onboarding, coordinating training and team building for them.

The ideal candidate should have prior experience working in the field with customers as well as a technical background in electrical, power, industrial automation or similar fields.

Key Responsibilities:

Hiring & Workforce Training

• Develop and execute hiring strategies to recruit skilled System Commissioning Specialists. This could include recruiting from Technical Colleges and trade schools.
• Collaborate with HR and Engineering Leaders, create screening criteria, and new onboarding processes.
• Align with recruiters for staffing needs based on headcount growth needs by region / program.
• Manage onboarding activities for new hires including coordination of assets/equipment, I-9 verification, etc.

Training Program Development & Management

• Implement and coordinate a structured training program in collaboration with our Center of Excellence team. Will help contribute on technical curriculum, safety, and soft skills development.
• Coordinate all training activities and partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to schedule training classes, including hands-on labs, e-learning, and on the job training opportunities with active projects in the field.
• Ensure training aligns with industry standards, company policies, and safety regulations.
• Monitor training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance tracking.
• Coordination of smooth transition to field manager upon successful completion of training program including managerial transfer within internal systems.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Continuously evaluate and improve hiring, training, and scheduling processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure all training materials and procedures comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and HR/company policies.
• Implement best practices for tracking certifications, skill development, and workforce readiness.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with field operations Leaders, HR, and SME’s to align training and workforce strategies with business goals.
• Provide regular reports on workforce metrics; training completion rates, mastery of subjects learned & attrition rates

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field OR years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years in the electrical, industrial, commissioning space, ideally with experience in a field role.
• Excellent Coordination and Project Management skills.
• Experience conducting presentations.
• Prior Commercial or Industrial field experience, or scheduling of field personnel is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Digital Power commissioning processes, electrical systems, or industrial operations is also strongly preferred.
• Experience managing technical training programs is ideal.

Skills

• Strong organizational and collaboration abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Action minded individual with the ability to articulate roadblocks and bring groups together to determine solutions and roll out a comprehensive communications plan to the business.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Engineering

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, and Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

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