Senior Engineer I, Electrical Systems Design

Schneider Electric•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role involves component selection, hardware design, electrical layout, and supporting the development of new products. You will provide pre-sale technical support, create and maintain manufacturing and service documents, assist with product application inquiries, ensure quality control, and commission and test a wide range of custom cooling solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
10-15+ years of related experience required.
Experience in the design and development of HVAC equipment or Datacenter & IT hardware preferred.
Visualization and implementation of product line requirements for AC and DC electrical subsystems.
Effective communication across functional and organizational boundaries.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, demonstrating ingenuity and creativity.
Ability to exercise judgment to determine appropriate action.
Ability to work independently and influence others.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and resolve challenges in a technology-driven organization.
Understanding of AC voltage (1000 or less), single-phase and three-phase systems, and AC/DC low voltage wiring systems.
Knowledge of AutoCAD or other electrical software to create and modify electrical schematics.
Knowledge of specifications, codes, and standards used in the commercial HVAC industry (NEC, IEC, UL, ETL, NFPA, etc.).
Electrical and electro-mechanical aptitude with the ability to fabricate prototype designs.
Ability to test and debug systems.
Ability to collaborate with compliance testing companies to ensure products meet required standards

Responsibilities

Develop technical solutions to meet client needs.
Create, review, and approve electrical drawings, proposals, quotes, BOMs, production drawings, and documentation.
Support training, startup, and commissioning of equipment.
Review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and specifications.
Participate in the engineering of current, redesigned, or new products using phased or stage-gate scheduling techniques.
Collaborate with the production team to enhance design, improve quality, productivity, cost, or other operational objectives.
Work with suppliers and outside engineering consultants to resolve technical and supply issues, improve system features and capabilities, and investigate sources of special equipment, material, or devices.
Obtain quotes, prepare requisitions, and qualify supplier components.
Create and execute test plans for electrical hardware and systems, and perform or oversee lab development and validation testing.
Execute proper root cause and corrective action methodology.
Resolve complex technical issues creatively and effectively.
Perform other duties as assigned.