Schneider Electric

Senior Design Engineer

Schneider Electric$101K — $152K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related field.
  • 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in electromechanical mass production industries.
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Intermediate experience in Product Testing and Evaluation Methods (UL/CSA/NOM/IEC/CCC/ANSI).
  • Familiarity with metal stamping, thermoset and thermoplastic molding processes.

Responsibilities

  • Create verification and validation plans using problem-solving techniques.
  • Validate FAIRs and conduct Pilot Run reviews.
  • Audit and ensure compliance of manufacturing facilities against regulatory standards.
  • Modify and validate bills of materials and CAD drawings according to specifications.
  • Perform engineering analysis (Thermal, Electromagnetic, etc.) for quality and reliability assurance.
  • Lead customer returns analysis and execute related engineering initiatives.
  • Manage Circuit Breaker and LV equipment projects including scheduling and planning.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements and paid family leave.
  • 12 holidays and 15 days of paid time off annually.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and stock ownership options.
  • Access to development resources like Coursera and performance discussions.
Full Job Description
What will you do?

  • Creation of verification and validation plans. Apply methodical problem-solving techniques (e.g. 5 Whys and 8Ds) and tools (e.g. Fishbone Diagram) to solve problems.
  • Responsible for the validation of FAIRs and Pilot Run reviews.
  • Support Global Supply Change Manufacturing Plants in North America. Audit the manufacturing facilities of assigned product family to help ensure product compliance to applicable regulatory standards (e.g. UL, IEC, ANSI)
  • Creates, modifies & validates bills of materials and CAD drawings of parts and sub-assemblies in accordance with technical specifications, customer expectations and supply chain constraints.
  • Executes assigned product designs changes- drawings and BOMs (bill of materials) according to given technical specifications using dedicated tools (software, database, 2D and 3D CAD system).
  • Responsible for engineering analysis activities, including Thermal, Electromagnetic, Dynamical and Structural, to insure the adequate performance, quality, and reliability of the product, as well as compliance to ratings, product specifications and standard requirements (UL, CSA, NOM, CCC and IEC).
  • Create and execute verification & validation plans in SE laboratories and the analysis of results & shares reports to internal and external customers (with possible support).
  • Lead internal and external customer returns analysis.
  • Lead and execute Circuit Breaker and LV equipment projects. Coordinates project scheduling, planning and safety reviews.
  • Design offers from technical specifications to meet customer values expectations and quality goals with respect to supply chains constraints.
  • Production line engineering qualification.
  • Interpret test results and synthesize data into technical reports to effectively convey summary and conclusions to audience (e.g. peers, management, product owners, scrum masters).
  • Lead the creation and update of Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (xFMEA) documents to reflect product design changes.
  • May provide mentoring, instructions/assistance to other engineers or functions.

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?
  • BS or equivalent expertise in electromechanical design in electrical distribution products. Master's in science is a plus.
  • Must have 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in electromechanical mass production industries.
  • AGILE Methodology knowledge and experience is a plus.
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Basic 3D CAD Modeling.
  • Intermediate experience in Product Testing and Evaluation Methods (UL/ CSA/NOM/ IEC/ CCC/ ANSI).
  • Product design experience is highly recommended (LVE, MCCB and ACB).
  • Knowledge of CAE (Ex, Structural, Thermal, Kinematics, etc) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of first principles of Physics and Engineering Practice.
  • Familiar with metal stamping, thermoset and thermoplastic molding processes.
  • Familiar with Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly techniques.
  • Travel required ~15% - Travel to NAM GSC Manufacturing Plants (USA and Mexico).


Additional Skills
  • Teamwork and team leader abilities.
  • Interpersonal skills (ability to interact with other functions, North America and overseas).
  • Proven ability to work successfully in a multicultural virtual environment across various functions (design engineering, purchasing, quality, marketing, finance, manufacturing operations and others).
  • Proven ability to influence and convince through negotiation.
  • Motivated self-starter, able to work in parallel on multiple projects.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to lead R&D projects.


What qualifications will make you successful?
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or related field. Master's in science is a plus.


For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 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.

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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