Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program at Confidential Wendell, NC

Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

$10,000 program completion bonus

Post-program retention incentives

15 PTO days + 3 floating holidays

Job summary

Siemens in Wendell, NC invites applicants to join the Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program. This one-year path focuses on protection and automation in substations, with rotations and hands-on field experience across the U.S.

Relocation support is available for those near the Wendell area. The program emphasizes engineering depth, professional development, and a pathway into Solutions Engineering after completion, with opportunities to contribute to critical power

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Leadership abilities and a proactive problem-solving mindset are required.
• Willingness to travel up to 38 weeks per year for field experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete two six-month rotations in Protection and Automation.
• Gain exposure to relays, RTUs, HMIs, and substation networks across the US.
• Design and implement power protection and automation solutions.
• Support testing, commissioning, and field activities.
• Transition into Solutions Engineering with a specialized focus after the program.

Skills

communication

teamwork

leadership

travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Transform the everyday with us! Take your first step into an exciting future career with Siemens, a global leader in power protection and automation. Join our Engineering Development Program and unlock your potential in shaping a sustainable world.

We are seeking qualified candidates for our Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program (PAEDP) beginning January4th,2027. This role is based in Wendell,NC.

Program Overview

The Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program places you on the Siemens Smart Infrastructure Electrification & Automation team in a one‑year development program focused on power protection and automation in electrical substations, with a structured pathway across two tracks—Protection and Automation.

Throughout the program, you’ll contribute to projects that support the modernization of critical power infrastructure, including utility substations, digital substations, data centers, semiconductor and advanced manufacturing campuses, renewable energy interconnections, battery energy storage systems, and solar‑integrated microgrids.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Completing two six‑month technical rotations, one on Protection and one on Automation, including approximately seven weeks of technical and safety training in Wendell,NC, integrated with six hands‑on field rotations (three in each area). Each rotation is approximately six weeks and supports substation projects across the U.S., along with report‑outs, advanced training, and professional development activities.
• Gaining exposure to both Protection and Automation disciplines, including systems that safeguard transformers, motors, and substations, and support RTUs, HMIs, protection relays, and communication networks within substations.
• Designing and implementing power protection and automation solutions.
• Supporting testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Transitioning into the Solutions Engineering team at the end of the program, where participants select a specialized focus area, continue their technical development, and support future EDP cohorts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Graduate from an accredited institution between December2024 and December2026.
• Passionate about innovation and problem‑solving.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Prepared to travel extensively during the field experience portion of the program, up to 38 weeks per year, including Monday–Friday travel to customer sites across the U.S., with occasional Sunday travel required for site orientation or early Monday start times.
• Assignments support factory acceptance testing and field commissioning.
• Willing to relocate to Wendell,NC, with assistance provided for those who must relocate more than 50miles from their permanent address.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis.

Benefits

• Be part of an exclusive, high‑impact development program focused on deep engineering expertise.
• Enjoy a $5,000 sign‑on bonus and a $10,000 program completion bonus, with additional post‑program retention incentives available based on placement into eligible engineering roles, performance, and business needs.
• Be eligible for overtime in accordance with business needs and applicable policies, offering additional opportunities for hands‑on experience.
• Benefit from a structured PTO schedule aligned to the program’s timeline, including 15 planned PTO days and 3 floating holidays.
• Develop skills through EDP technical course content covering core protection and automation engineering, digital substation technologies, communication protocols, and grid control applications.

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation and advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.