Senior Engineer I, Power System

Schneider Electric; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 101,600 - 152,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leave

12 holidays per year

15 days paid time off per year

401(k) with match

Job summary

Schneider Electric is looking for a Senior Engineer to lead electrical systems projects critical to infrastructure. You will oversee technical solutions, manage teams, and ensure high-performance power systems across various stages from design to implementation.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced problem-solving skills and a focus on stakeholder engagement. Additionally, you will enjoy benefits such as flexible work arrangements and competitive pay, with an annual compensation range of USD 101,600 to 152,400.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and mentor technical professionals in complex engineering environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a customer-focused approach to solution delivery.
• Confident decision-maker who balances technical standards with practical project constraints.
• Team-oriented collaborator who thrives in cross-functional project settings.

Responsibilities

• Own technical execution for electrical systems projects spanning HV, MV, and LV power networks.
• Design comprehensive power system architectures integrating generation, storage, conversion, and distribution components.
• Lead technical teams through all project phases including design, supplier management, implementation, and testing.
• Assess and manage technical risks while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Problem solving

Electrical distribution systems

Technical solution design

Project management

Power systems design

Requirements analysis

Power‑system protection

Risk assessment

Job description

Join us as a Senior Engineer leading electrical systems projects that power critical infrastructure. You'll take ownership of technical solutions from concept to completion, managing teams and delivering innovative power systems that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

What will you do?

• Own technical execution for electrical systems projects spanning HV, MV, and LV power networks
• Design comprehensive power system architectures integrating generation, storage, conversion, and distribution components
• Lead technical teams through all project phases including design, supplier management, implementation, and testing
• Assess and manage technical risks while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders and leadership

Key skills we are looking for

• Problem solving – advanced level; resolving complex technical challenges across electrical system integration and delivery
• Electrical distribution systems – intermediate level; designing and implementing reliable power networks for diverse market segments
• Technical solution design – intermediate level; translating customer requirements into optimized electrical architectures
• Project management – developing level; coordinating technical activities from tendering through project closure
• Power systems design – developing level; architecting AC, DC, and hybrid electrical systems with behavioural analysis
• Requirements analysis – intermediate level; capturing customer needs and defining implementable technical solutions
• Power‑system protection – intermediate level; ensuring safety and reliability across electrical network assets
• Risk assessment – intermediate level; identifying technical risks and developing mitigation strategies throughout project lifecycle

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Proven ability to lead and mentor technical professionals in complex engineering environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a customer‑focused approach to solution delivery
• Confident decision‑maker who balances technical standards with practical project constraints
• Team‑oriented collaborator who thrives in cross‑functional project settings

What’s in it for you

• Lead high‑visibility projects with direct impact on critical electrical infrastructure worldwide
• Work with cutting‑edge power systems technology across diverse industries and applications
• Develop your leadership capabilities while guiding talented engineering teams
• Join a global organization that values technical innovation and professional growth

Compensation: USD 101,600 – 152,400 per year (includes base pay and short‑term incentives). This pay range applies to candidates located within the United States.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, well‑being programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days paid time off per year. Additional benefits include competitive pay, base salary incentives, company share ownership, 401(k) with match, performance discussions, global opportunities, learning platforms, inclusive workplace policies, volunteer leave, support for community initiatives, and retirement planning programs.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.