Mechanical - Electrical Design Engineer

Schneider Electric•New Haven, IN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Schneider Electric is hiring an entry-level Mechanical - Electrical Design Engineer for its North Haven, Connecticut facility. The role is primarily onsite, with flexible hours potentially available. After training and demonstrated proficiency, employees may be eligible to work remotely up to one day per week. The engineer reviews customer requirements and creates and maintains engineering designs and documentation for electrical and electromechanical assemblies. The position works with cross-functional teams through the project lifecycle, from order review and project kickoff through engineering release and manufacturing support. The role is intended for candidates with 0–2 years of relevant experience and a technical education in electrical or mechanical technology, engineering, CAD, drafting, or a related field. The expected annual pay range is USD 68,000–102,000, including base pay and short-term incentives. Schneider Electric describes a total rewards package that includes health and dental coverage, vision and basic life insurance, paid family leaves, well-being programs, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) matching, incentives, company share ownership, learning and career-development resources, flexible work arrangements, volunteer leave, and military leave benefits.

Requirements

Trade school certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Technology, Engineering, CAD, Drafting, or a related technical field.
0–2 years of relevant engineering, drafting, or OEM manufacturing experience.
Experience creating or modifying AutoCAD or similar CAD drawings.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, one-line diagrams, and bills of materials.
Proficiency with CAD software, Microsoft Office, and electronic file-management tools.
Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to low- and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies or systems and associated equipment in compliance with IEEE/ANSI, IEC, UL, and NEC/NFPA 70E standards.
Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Bentley Promise, SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar design software.
Exposure to electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, enclosure designs, wiring diagrams, or electromechanical assemblies.
Familiarity with bills of materials, customer submittal packages, shop-floor documentation, wire lists, wire markers, device labels, nameplate schedules, or manufacturing drawings.
Basic understanding of electrical components and devices, including breakers, relays, terminal blocks, switches, transformers, control devices, and related panel components.

Responsibilities

Review customer specifications, bills of materials, drawings, and project requirements for technical accuracy, completeness, and quality compliance.
Prepare customer submittal packages, including general notes, specifications, one-line diagrams, elevation and plan views, nameplate schedules, and supporting documentation.
Develop detailed design and layout drawings for doors, control panels, enclosures, and related assemblies.
Create, update, and maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials, and supporting documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Participate in order reviews, technical reviews, and project kickoff meetings to confirm scope, clarify requirements, identify missing information, and resolve technical questions before engineering begins.
Prepare and release shop-floor documentation, including wire lists, wire markers, device labels, wire-machine files, and manufacturing drawings.
Collaborate with and support Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Testing, and Field Service teams.
Monitor assigned engineering deliverables and communicate project progress, design concerns, technical risks, and potential schedule impacts to stakeholders.
Process Engineering Change Notices and maintain accurate, revision-controlled engineering records.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to design practices, documentation quality, and engineering processes.