Schneider Electric has a meaningful opportunity for a Senior Power Systems Engineer in a hybrid role (2 days per week on-site) at one of Schneider Electric’s HUBs in Nashville, TN, or Raleigh, NC. You will work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the “Great Places to Work”, by Forbes as “America’s Best Employers for Diversity”, and by Equileap as the “World’s Top 10 in Gender Equality” and by TIME as the “Most Sustainable Company in the World”.  Join our dynamic team where you'll drive innovative R&D projects and make a significant corporate impact while developing your expertise. This role offers exciting opportunities for future positions in North America, globally, or even internationally!

Position Summary

• You will join our Innovation and Technology team as a Senior Power Systems Engineer to expand our expertise in advanced systems and electrical distribution
• You will collaborate with multiple teams across various business units and expertise groups, driving innovation and addressing new challenges in electrical distribution—from protection and control to safety and standards

Roles & Responsibilities

• Analyze complex problems deeply to evaluate multifaceted factors
• Lead and manage studies and investigations within project streams that have a global impact
• Exhibit autonomy and leadership in anticipatory topics where critical thinking is crucial for success
• Conduct feasibility studies for new technologies and assess their integration into existing power systems
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practices in power systems engineering
• Participate in the development of training programs to enhance team knowledge on emerging technologies
• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations for stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge in direct current is crucial for integrating Photovoltaics (PV) and batteries in Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
• Expertise in transient recovery voltage is essential
• Model behavior of electrical distribution (ED) equipment
• Develop protection algorithms
• Optimize power systems and conduct transient analysis, including switching over voltages and Insulation Coordination
• Master at least one or two simulation tools and be willing to implement studies in the Mathworks environment
• Use models to guide stakeholders towards optimized architectural solutions based on specific KPIs
• Proficient in Matlab, Simulink, Sim power systems, PSCAD, EMTP-ATP, Power Factory

Preferences

• Enhance systems for microgrids and Advanced Distribution Management Systems
• Innovate in smart grids, Renewable Energy (REN) integration, and Distribution Network Planning
• Maintain and update the power systems model library within the team and lead projects within your scope
• A PhD or demonstrated seniority in the field is highly valued

Benefits

• Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more

Who will you report to?

• Expertise Manager

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

Schedule: Full-time

Req: 2025-88419

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