Project Engineer (Experienced)

Siemens Mobility; Wendell (NC); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Remote work consideration for highly-?

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Wendell, NC, seeks a Senior Project Engineer to own end-to-end MV utility solutions across GTD. Lead technical decisions, review diagrams, and partner with utilities and EPCs to shape outcomes.

The role is hybrid with relocation support and potential remote options for highly qualified candidates, offering a clear path into engineering leadership and business development within Siemens.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years designing/delivering electrical power distribution, substation, or utility systems.
• Experience with MV protection and control technologies (SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3).
• Ability to review electrical schematics and identify risks or improvements.
• Experience managing Bills of Material in SAP or similar ERP.
• US work authorization without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical outcomes for MV substation and utility projects from feasibility to handover.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers, utilities, and EPC partners.
• Drive engineering execution and integrate Siemens and third-party technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead quality, scalability, and efficiency initiatives.

Skills

MV protection & control

SCADA IEC 61850 DNP3

Electrical schematics review

SAP BOM

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Power Systems or equivalent

Tools

Engineering Base

AutoCAD Electrical

Salesforce

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Siemens Electrification & Automation is enabling a more reliable, resilient, and sustainable electric grid. By partnering with utilities and EPCs, our integrated, turnkey electrical systems support grid modernization, capacity expansion, and energy transition.

We are seeking aSenior Project Engineer- Utility Systems MV Solutions to take end-to-end ownership across the generation, transmission, and distribution (GTD) value chain. This is a true career pathway—offering direct customer impact and a clear trajectory to expand into offers engineering, business development, and project leadership.

Thishybridposition is based at our corporate headquarters in Wendell, NC.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply. We offer relocation assistance for eligible candidates, and fully remote work may be considered for highly qualified applicants.

You’ll make a difference with:

• Technical Authority & Solution Ownership:Leading technical outcomes for MV substation and utility projects from feasibility to handover. Review and approve one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, and protection/control/automation philosophies.
• Customer-Facing & Commercial Partnership:Serving as a trusted technical advisor to customers, utilities, and EPC partners, collaborating closely with internal teams to influence solution strategies and order decisions.
• Multi-functional & System Integration Leadership:Driving engineering execution (design coordination, manufacturing support, and commissioning) and integrating Siemens and third-party technologies, including MV/LV switchgear, MCCs, PLCs/SCADA, and E-Houses.
• Mentorship & Continuous Improvement:Mentoring junior engineers, influencing technical standards, and leading initiatives to improve engineering quality, scalability, and efficiency.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience designing and delivering electrical power distribution, substation, or utility systems, with a strong track record evaluating customer specifications and delivering optimized system solutions.
• Proven knowledge of Medium Voltage protection and control technologies (SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3).
• Proficiency reviewing electrical schematics and identifying risks, gaps, and improvements.
• Experience managing Bills of Material in an ERP environment (SAP preferred).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with MV switchgear, E-House solutions, third-party integration, factory testing, and site commissioning.
• Track record of mentoring engineers and elevating team performance.
• Ability to handle contending priorities while maintaining technical precision.
• Solid understanding of ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Engineering Base (strongly preferred) or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Master's degree in Engineering (Power Systems) or equivalent field.
• Experience using Salesforce or other CRM in a technical sales or solution support environment.

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 as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemenshere .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

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.

You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $102,459 - $175,644 annually with a target incentive of 10 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
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Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this linkAccommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency
Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice
California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, clickhere .

Criminal History
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Wendell , North Carolina , United States of America