Principal, Electrical Systems Design Engineer
Schneider Electric · Posted Oct 26
Energy management, automation, software, and sustainability solutions
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About the role
Schneider Electric develops power and energy solutions for critical infrastructure and diverse industries. The role focuses on electrical power systems design, including AC, DC, and hybrid networks and HV, MV, and LV distribution. As Principal Electrical Systems Design Engineer, the engineer will lead complex designs, set technical strategy and standards, support troubleshooting and risk assessment, and mentor engineering teams.
What you will do
- Design and optimize electrical power systems including AC, DC, and hybrid networks for various market applications
- Define technical strategies, equipment specifications, and engineering standards that drive project excellence
- Provide technical troubleshooting and risk assessment for complex system challenges at customer sites and labs
- Guide engineering teams through technical reviews and mentor colleagues on advanced design principles
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Electrical Engineering — advanced level; designing robust power systems that meet customer requirements and industry standards
- Power Systems Design — advanced level; architecting electrical networks from conceptual design through detailed engineering studies
- Electrical Distribution Systems — advanced level; specifying and integrating HV, MV, and LV distribution architectures
- Design Optimization — advanced level; balancing performance, cost, and reliability in complex system designs
- Technical Solution Design — advanced level; translating customer needs into implementable electrical solutions
- Installation Design — advanced level; creating detailed specifications for system implementation and commissioning
- Problem Solving — advanced level; resolving ambiguous technical challenges that impact project outcomes
- Critical Thinking — advanced level; analyzing system interactions and identifying potential risks before they materialize
- Strong influencing skills to guide technical decisions across cross-functional teams
- Customer-focused mindset with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences
- Proven ability to coach and develop technical talent while managing multiple priorities
- Comfort working independently on moderately complex issues in ambiguous situations
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is a global leader in digital automation and energy management, driving efficiency and sustainability for homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure, and industries. Combining world-leading energy technologies, real-time automation, software, and services, the company helps customers turn operational ideas into a more resilient and sustainable future.
- Industry
- Energy Management
- Company size
- 10001+ employees
- Founded
- 1836
- Location
- Rueil-Malmaison, France
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chief Executive Officer
Nathan Fast
Chief Financial Officer
Charise Le
Chief Human Resources Officer
Esther Finidori
Chief Sustainability Officer
Peter Weckesser
Chief Digital Officer
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