Project Engineer / Electrical – LV Switchgear/ LVMCC Engineering at Siemens

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Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Transform the everyday with us! We are looking for a Project Engineer - Electrical, LV Switchgear/LVMCC Engineering. This position will be based at Wendell, North Carolina. The Project Engineer develops technically sound, cost-effective low-voltage switchgear and low-voltage motor control center (LVMCC) solutions that align with customer specifications, project requirements, applicable standards, and engineering guidelines. You will partner with customers and cross-functional project teams to move designs from technical review through manufacturing, testing, commissioning support, and final documentation. You’ll make a difference by: • Lead the engineering design and development of low-voltage switchgear and LVMCC solutions in accordance with customer specifications, project requirements, applicable standards, and engineering guidelines. • Analyze customer specifications, single-line diagrams, datasheets, and contractual documents to define scope, technical requirements, engineering deliverables, and cost-effective solutions. • Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, system architecture, component selections, panel arrangements, communication drawings, three-line diagrams, general arrangement drawings, and manufacturing documentation using electrical and 2D design tools. • Perform electrical engineering calculations and studies, including fault current analysis, busbar sizing, load assessment, voltage drop evaluation, equipment rating verification, and protection coordination. • Define protection and control schemes, relay logic, interlocks, and LVMCC applications involving RVSS, variable frequency drives, switching starters, intelligent devices, and auxiliary equipment. • Collaborate with proposal, application engineering, project management, procurement, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and customers to support bid reviews, design reviews, technical clarifications, issue resolution, and corrective actions. • Ensure deliverable quality and compliance with NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, UL, NEC, IEC, and customer requirements; prepare closeout documentation, mentor engineering partners, and advance standardization and continuous improvement. You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications: Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. An advanced degree may be substituted for four years of experience. • 3+ years of engineering experience with the following: • Design and application of electrical power distribution products, low-voltage switchgear, LVMCCs, control panels, or related power delivery systems in an EPC, engineering, manufacturing, utility, or industrial environment. • Electrical and 2D layout tools such as EPLAN, AutoCAD, or Visio, plus Microsoft Office and product configuration or pricing applications. • Protection and control schemes, electrical schematics, communication network diagrams, RVSS, variable frequency drives, switching starters, intelligent devices, and LVMCC auxiliary equipment. • Interpreting customer technical documentation and selecting solutions that meet customer, schedule, cost, quality, and profitability requirements. • Cross-functional collaboration, technical communication, leadership, decision-making, customer service, and prioritization of multiple simultaneous tasks; working knowledge of business planning and project and product lifecycle processes. • Ability to travel less than 10%. • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience creating, converting, and modifying electrical drawings in AutoCAD Electrical or Engineering Base. • Experience with Engineering Base software. • Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards for low-voltage switchgear and LVMCC equipment. • Experience with electrical design for low-voltage switchgear systems and LVMCCs. • Experience with Siemens switchgear and electrical products. • About Siemens: We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here . • Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce: • We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. You’ll Benefit From Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: benefitsquickstart.com The pay range for this position is $61,547 - $105,509 annually with a target incentive of 5 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay Transparency Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws. Application Deadline This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here . Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

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Transform the everyday with us!
We are looking for a Project Engineer - Electrical, LV Switchgear/LVMCC Engineering. This position will be based at Wendell, North Carolina.
Lead the engineering design and development of low-voltage switchgear and LVMCC solutions in accordance with customer specifications, project requirements, applicable standards, and engineering guidelines.
Analyze customer specifications, single-line diagrams, datasheets, and contractual documents to define scope, technical requirements, engineering deliverables, and cost-effective solutions.
Perform electrical engineering calculations and studies, including fault current analysis, busbar sizing, load assessment, voltage drop evaluation, equipment rating verification, and protection coordination.
Define protection and control schemes, relay logic, interlocks, and LVMCC applications involving RVSS, variable frequency drives, switching starters, intelligent devices, and auxiliary equipment.
You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. An advanced degree may be substituted for four years of experience.
3+ years of engineering experience with the following:
Electrical and 2D layout tools such as EPLAN, AutoCAD, or Visio, plus Microsoft Office and product configuration or pricing applications.
Protection and control schemes, electrical schematics, communication network diagrams, RVSS, variable frequency drives, switching starters, intelligent devices, and LVMCC auxiliary equipment.
Interpreting customer technical documentation and selecting solutions that meet customer, schedule, cost, quality, and profitability requirements.
Ability to travel less than 10%.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

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Experience creating, converting, and modifying electrical drawings in AutoCAD Electrical or Engineering Base.
Experience with Engineering Base software.
Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, UL, and NEMA standards for low-voltage switchgear and LVMCC equipment.
Experience with electrical design for low-voltage switchgear systems and LVMCCs.
Experience with Siemens switchgear and electrical products.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

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