Schneider Electric

Project Engineer - Building Controls

Schneider Electric$86K — $129K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years' experience as a Systems Application Engineer in a related field
  • Strong communication skills for effective interaction with customers and trades
  • Experience with HVAC and security systems installations
  • Proficient in building systems and related technologies
  • Proven capability in project team coordination and collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Ensure design engineer activities align with construction documents
  • Update design drawings and maintain red line documents
  • Collaborate with project managers on purchasing and budget monitoring
  • Oversee materials delivery to site for installation
  • Validate hardware and installation meets design requirements
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot software and hardware issues
  • Coordinate installation with on-site contractors

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities to enhance technical and leadership skills
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 6% 401(k) match
  • Employee stock option program
  • Low-cost medical coverage and wellness programs
  • Tuition reimbursement and flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
This position will sit within our Digital Buildings organization based in San Leandro, CA. In this role you will be responsible for project coordination, safety, software checkout, commissioning, and software troubleshooting. Additionally, you will ensure that daily activities on site for projects are completed.

You will have the opportunity to develop and refine your technical and leadership skills as you gain and apply your knowledge with the goal of simultaneously advancing your personal brand and the Schneider Electric brand in the marketplace.

This Project Engineer is collaborative and organized. They are customer focused and skilled at problem solving. They are passionate about driving innovation in the field of building automation. They are Impact Makers at Schneider Electric!

As a BAS Project Engineer, a typical day for you might include:
  • Ensuring all design engineer activity is aligned with latest conformed construction documents prior to installation.
  • Modifying and updating design drawings and maintaining red line documents.
  • Collaborating with project manager and procurement personnel on purchasing activity and monitoring budget risks.
  • Ensuring materials are being delivered to site or subcontractors for installation.
  • Validating hardware and project installation meet design requirements.
  • Diagnosing communication problems, troubleshooting, and tracking software and hardware issues.
  • Participating in field quality control or safety audits and reviewing analysis and results.
  • Coordinating with on-site contractors for the installation of equipment based on shop drawings.
  • Acting as primary point of contact for subcontractors during installation phase.
  • Coordinating and addressing issues during installation phase independently.
  • Collaborating with the Project Manager to coordinate projects through the installation phase and provide feedback for manpower requirements.
  • Contributing to a complete operation to service turnover process.
  • Responsibility for overall system functionality/performance.
  • Setup of outside ISP connections and remote connectivity to customer sites


And on some days, you may:
  • Re-commissioning devices, equipment, and software as required.
  • Assist the PM in material procurement.
  • Ensure installation tracking sheets are updated regularly.
  • Prepare customer-training manuals and provide customized training.


This may be the next step in your career journey if you have:
  • 4+ years' experience as a Systems Application Engineer with related industry knowledge,
  • Demonstrated communication skills for interfacing directly with customers and other trades.
  • Experience with HVAC and security installations.
  • Proficiency in all types of building systems and application of our technology.
  • Proven experience coordinating project team activities on site, including coordination with other trades, commissioning agents, and customers.

What's in it for me?
  • You will have the opportunity to develop and refine your technical and leadership skills as you gain and apply your knowledge with the goal of simultaneously advancing your personal brand and the Schneider Electric brand in the marketplace.
  • We offer an incredible benefit package with a 6% dollar for dollar match on 401k, employee stock option program, low cost medical coverage, recharge break, tuition reimbursement, among many others

Who will you report to?

This position will report directly to the Construction Manager

This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals, either now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

Ready to lead projects that matter? Apply today and make your mark!

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a multinational corporation that specializes in energy management and automation solutions. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Schneider Electric offers a wide range of products and services including electrical distribution, automation and control, and energy management. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in the industrial and commercial sectors. Schneider Electric is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and is recognized as a leader in the industry.
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