Senior Power Research Architect

Schneider Electric; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. graduate to join the R&D organization and shape the future of resilient, intelligent, and sustainable electrical distribution systems.

You will conduct advanced research, develop IP, publish findings, and translate concepts into deployable technologies for critical infrastructure and data centers. The role sits at the intersection of power electronics, energy management, grid interactions, and protection, with collaboration across

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Systems and Controls Engineering or related field.
• Strong research record demonstrated through publications, patents, or dissertation work.
• Experience with power electronics, power systems, microgrids, and energy management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research and develop technology roadmaps for future energy systems.
• Partner with local colleges for R&D projects.
• Publish research findings in journals, conferences, and white papers.
• Invent, patent, prototype and support field deployment of technologies.
• Build simulation models and experimental platforms.
• Collaborate with universities, national labs, and industry partners.
• Translate research concepts into deployable products and solutions.
• Present technical findings to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to Schneider Electric's innovation agenda.
• Ensure alignment with Schneider Electric processes and best practices.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and capitalization of know-how.

Skills

Power electronics

Power systems

Microgrids

Power conversion

Grid integration

Energy management systems

System & controls

Matlab/Simulink

PSCAD

Research publication

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical/Mechanical/Materials/Systems and Controls Engineering

Tools

Matlab/Simulink

PSCAD

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. graduate (recent or experienced) to join our R&D organization and help define the future of resilient, intelligent, and sustainable new electrical distribution systems. This role sits at the intersection of power electronics, energy infrastructure modernization, AI-enabled energy management, coordination & protection, grid interactions and resilience. The successful candidate will conduct advanced research, develop intellectual property, collaborate with university research institutes and industry partners, and translate breakthrough concepts into technologies that can be deployed in critical infrastructure, data centers, microgrids, industrial facilities, and new electrical distribution systems.

You will work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the "Great Places to Work", by Glassdoor as the 11th spot on the "Best Place To Work" and by TIME as the "Most Sustainable Company in the World".

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research and develop technology roadmaps for future energy systems.
• Partner with local college institutions for R&D projects
• Publish research findings in leading journals, conferences, and white papers.
• Invent, patent, prototype and support field deployment of innovative technologies.
• Build simulation models and experimental platforms.
• Collaborate with university research institutes, national laboratories, and industry partners.
• Translate research concepts into deployable products and solutions.
• Present technical findings to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic research initiatives aligned with Schneider Electric's innovation agenda.
• Ensure alignment with Schneider Electric processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute actively to development, sharing and capitalization of knowledge and know-how.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Systems and Controls Engineering or a related technical field. Candidates with less educational qualifications could be considered based on their level of proven expertise in the industry.
• Strong research record s demonstrated through publications, patents, or dissertation work.
• Knowledge in one or more of the following:
• Power electronics
• Power systems
• Microgrids
• Power conversion
• Power protection
• System & controls
• Grid integration
• Energy management systems
• Experience using various simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink, PSCAD) for power electronics circuit design and power system analysis.
• Familiarity with relevant IEEE, IEC, UL, NEMA, and NFPA standards is a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated
• Innovator
• Collaborator
• Able to propose decisions with partial information
• Influence through technical expertise
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Passion for innovation and energy technologies

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 117,600 - USD 176,400 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.

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