Mechanical - Electrical Design Engineer

Schneider Electric; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Schneider Electric in North Haven, CT is seeking an Engineer, Design with 0–2 years in engineering or drafting. You will create and modify CAD drawings for panels and enclosures, review drawings and BOMs, and generate submittal packages.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, PM, purchasing, and manufacturing to meet project timelines. Ideal candidates have CAD proficiency, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of engineering, drafting, or OEM manufacturing experience.
• Experience creating or modifying AutoCAD or similar CAD drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Proficiency with CAD software, MS Office, and file management; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, BOMs, drawings and project requirements for accuracy and quality.
• Prepare submittal packages with notes, specs, diagrams, and nameplate data.
• Develop detailed design and layout drawings for doors, panels, and enclosures.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, and documentation through the project.
• Participate in reviews and kickoff meetings to confirm scope and requirements.
• Prepare shop-floor documentation including wire lists and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Engineering, PM, Purchasing, and Manufacturing.
• Monitor deliverables and communicate progress, risks, and schedule impacts.
• Process Engineering Change Notices and maintain revision-controlled records.
• Support continuous improvement of design practices and documentation quality.

Skills

AutoCAD

Schematic reading

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Multi-priority

Electrical knowledge

Education

Technical degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Bentley Promise

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Engineer, Design

Location: North Haven, CT

Work Arrangement: Primarily onsite at our new North Haven facility. Flexible hours may be available. After training and demonstrated proficiency, employees may be eligible to work remotely up to one day per week.

Experience Level: Entry Level to 2 Years

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, bills of materials, drawings, and project requirements to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, and quality compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive customer submittal packages, including general notes, specifications, one-line diagrams, elevation on and plan views, nameplate schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Develop detailed design and layout drawings for doors, control panels, enclosures, and related assemblies.
• Create, update, and maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials, and support documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in order reviews, technical reviews, and project kickoff meetings to confirm scope, clarify requirements, identify missing information, and resolve technical questions before engineering begins.
• Prepare and release shop-floor documenta on, including wire lists, wire markers, device labels, wire-machine files, and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Testing, and Field Service.
• Monitor assigned engineering deliverables and communicate project progress, design concerns, technical risks, and potential schedule impacts to key stakeholders.
• Process Engineering Change Notices and maintain accurate, revision-controlled engineering records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to design practices, documentation quality, and engineering processes.

Education

Trade school certificate, Associate degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Technology, Engineering, CAD, Drafting, or a related technical field.

Experience and Skills

• 0–2 years of relevant engineering, drafting, or OEM manufacturing experience.
• Experience creating or modifying AutoCAD or similar CAD drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, one-line diagrams, and bills of materials.
• Proficiency with CAD software, Microsoft Office, and electronic file-management tools.Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively
• Preferred Qualifications
• Exposure to low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies/systems and associated equipment in compliance with IEEE/ANSI, IEC, UL and NEC/NFPA 70E standards
• Experience with tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Bentley Promise, SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar design software.
• Exposure to electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, enclosure designs, wiring diagrams, or electromechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with bills of materials, customer submittal packages, shop-floor documentation, wire lists, wire markers, device labels, nameplate schedules, or manufacturing drawings.
• Basic understanding of electrical components and devices, including breakers, relays, terminal blocks, switches, transformers, control devices, and related panel components.

Core Competencies

• Accountability and ownership
• Positive, solution-oriented mindset
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Organization and attention to detail
• Teamwork and effective communication

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 68,000 - USD 102,000 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.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

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.

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