UPS Commissioning Engineer

Schneider Electric; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an UPS Commissioning Engineer for Data Centers to provide on-site services, including commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer issue resolution. You will perform startup, supervise installation, and lead preventive maintenance while collaborating with global teams.

Extensive international travel (70%) is required, with duties spanning Europe. Fluency in English (B2+) and a strong safety mindset are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of commissioning or field service experience with secure power.
• Confirmed experience with UPS, battery cabinets, and transfer switches.
• Experience with installation and commissioning in data centers is an advantage.
• Fluent in English (B2+ level).
• Strong safety awareness and compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical instructions, mathematical or diagrammatic information.
• Strong written communication skills for writing reports and procedures.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
• Willingness to travel internationally for at least 70% of the working time.
• Good proficiency with software tools such as AutoCAD, MS Office, and Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup and commissioning on all equipment across the secure power (UPS) product range.
• Evaluate unit installation (quality of connections, assembly, readiness for startup).
• Evaluate system installation and operational conditions.
• Perform onsite adjustments to bring units to optimal operating conditions.
• Support customers in installation, modification, and repair of UPS products.
• Identify failure causes (quality, software, operational condition) and conduct root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with Schneider Electric service engineers and partners during site interventions.
• Interact with Level 3 support to solve onsite issues.
• Provide training to customers on equipment operation.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for UPS products and systems.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Field service

UPS systems

Travel readiness

English proficiency

Safety compliance

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Acrobat

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a UPS Commissioning Engineer for Data Centers to provide on‑site services, including commissioning and technical support for UPS products, installation supervision, troubleshooting, and customer issue resolution.

Location & Commitments

Possibility to work remotely. Extensive international travel (70%) within Europe, mostly Germany, France, BENELUX, Northern Europe, UK and others. EU passport holder required.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup and commissioning on all equipment across the secure power (UPS) product range.
• Evaluate unit installation (quality of connections, assembly, readiness for startup).
• Evaluate system installation and operational conditions.
• Perform onsite adjustments to bring units to optimal operating conditions.
• Support customers in installation, modification, and repair of UPS products.
• Identify failure causes (quality, software, operational condition) and conduct root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with Schneider Electric service engineers and partners during site interventions.
• Interact with Level 3 support to solve onsite issues.
• Provide training to customers on equipment operation.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for UPS products and systems.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of commissioning or field service experience with secure power.
• Confirmed experience with UPS, battery cabinets, and transfer switches.
• Experience with installation and commissioning in data centers is an advantage.
• Fluent in English (B2+ level).
• Strong safety awareness and compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical instructions, mathematical or diagrammatic information.
• Strong written communication skills for writing reports and procedures.
• Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
• Willingness to travel internationally for at least 70% of the working time.
• Good proficiency with software tools such as AutoCAD, MS Office, and Acrobat.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment and advancement opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.