Sr Electrical Design Engineer at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

This position is accountable for the design of switchgear and switchboards based on customer plans and specifications. The applicant will work with systems involving ground fault design, PLC transfers and power monitoring.

Familiarity with UPS and Generator switchgear applications is highly desirable, and knowledge of the following areas is required:

• Layout and configuration of switchgear and switchboards


• Ability to read, understand, interpret customer dwgs/specifications


• - Design of control schemes, utilizing PLCs and/or relays, to accomplish complex transfer operations


• Creation of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams with SEEXP


• Design of ground fault protective schemes, including those involving multiple sources


• Generation of bills of material, and modification of standard assemblies as required to suit the application


• Familiarity with Modbus and TCP/IP communications protocols, and RS-485 and Ethernet interfaces


• Application of power circuit monitoring equipment


• Application of protective relaying, including over/under voltage, phase loss, frequency, and sync check

An BSEE is required, along with 3-5 years of experience in the design and manufacture of electrical distribution equipment.
This position requires you to work onsite in Columbia, SC

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€34bn global revenue

128 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.This position is accountable for the design of switchgear and switchboards based on customer plans and specifications. The applicant will work with systems involving ground fault design, PLC transfers and power monitoring.

Familiarity with UPS and Generator switchgear applications is highly desirable, and knowledge of the following areas is required:

• Layout and configuration of switchgear and switchboards


• Ability to read, understand, interpret customer dwgs/specifications


• - Design of control schemes, utilizing PLCs and/or relays, to accomplish complex transfer operations


• Creation of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams with SEEXP


• Design of ground fault protective schemes, including those involving multiple sources


• Generation of bills of material, and modification of standard assemblies as required to suit the application


• Familiarity with Modbus and TCP/IP communications protocols, and RS-485 and Ethernet interfaces


• Application of power circuit monitoring equipment


• Application of protective relaying, including over/under voltage, phase loss, frequency, and sync check

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