Schneider Electric

Solution Architect, Power & Grid

Schneider Electric$168K — $253K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in Power & Grid applications including power generation systems and T&D engineering solutions.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent professional experience.
  • Professional Engineer registration preferred.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of electrical distribution, grid automation, and energy management.
  • Experience with utilities, IPPs, and renewable energy developers.
  • Proven track record of developing customer-centric solutions in response to RFPs/RFQs.
  • Effective in conducting technical presentations and leading workshops.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor, aligning customer needs with strategic solutions.
  • Provide technical expertise on power generation technologies and grid systems.
  • Guide innovation and R&D strategy for Power & Grid Solutions.
  • Represent Schneider Electric at key industry events and workshops.
  • Network with analysts and contribute to industry thought leadership.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement.
  • Coach internal champions to strengthen influence in the Power & Grid segment.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings.
  • Flexible work arrangements and paid family leave.
  • 12 holidays and 20 days of paid time off annually.
  • 401(k) match and opportunities to own company shares.
  • Ongoing development programs and access to learning platforms.
  • Volunteer opportunities and community support initiatives.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Engagement & Strategic Advisory
  • Act as a trusted advisor throughout the sales process, developing strategic relationships and aligning customer needs with repeatable, value-driven solutions.
  • Bring fresh industry and technology insights to build credibility and trust with key decision-makers, including new customer executives.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in value discovery workshops focused on integrated software and hardware solutions for power generation projects.
  • Work closely with engineering specifiers and consultants to promote Schneider Electric's solutions and articulate the company's point of view on the power generation segment, including bridge power, onsite power, and utility power generation.

Technical Expertise and Solution Architecture
  • Provide deep technical knowledge and apply Schneider Electric's full portfolio-including AVEVA, Digital Grid & ETAP software, digital tools, and physical infrastructure-to meet customer requirements.
  • Demonstrate expertise in power generation technologies, systems integration, and grid-enhancing technologies.
  • Guide internal technology strategy, innovation, and R&D roadmaps for Power & Grid Solutions and advise on internal business case creation.
  • Extensive knowledge of grid modernization systems and applicable industry standards.
  • Experience with digital engineering tools/applications (e.g., SCADA, simulation software, modeling tools).
  • Review detailed customer engineering documentation and specifications, and provide recommendations to enhance design considerations and introduce new solutions.

Industry Influence & Thought Leadership
  • Represent Schneider Electric at key industry events (e.g., conferences, panels, workshops, executive sessions), including speaking opportunities.
  • Influence and support Schneider Electric's representation in industry standards organizations.
  • Network with industry analysts and contribute to thought leadership through white papers, brochures, and sales enablement content.
  • Collaborate with key customers to develop and share success stories that highlight Schneider Electric's impact.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Enablement
  • Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Government Affairs, and Solution teams to advance opportunities with existing and prospective customers.
  • Enable internal and external partners by supporting opportunity development and cultivating new strategic relationships.
  • Collaborate with the P&G Segment Marketing team to develop targeted industry marketing materials that highlight our unique differentiation.
  • Coach and mentor internal champions across the organization to strengthen Schneider Electric's presence and influence in the NAM Power & Grid segment.
  • Utilize deep industry knowledge to support cross-functional alignment and drive strategic initiatives across the organization.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES
  • 15+ years of related experience in Power & Grid applications, including power generation systems, renewable energy development, and transmission and distribution (T&D) engineering solutions and services.
  • Ability to travel up to 50%+ within North America as needed.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent professional experience.
  • Professional Engineer registration preferred.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of electrical distribution, grid automation, energy management, and digital technologies.
  • Proven experience working with utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and renewable energy developers.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and respond to RFPs/RFQs and develop technically sound, customer-centric solutions.
  • Skilled in conducting technical presentations, leading discovery workshops, and aligning solutions with customer-specific needs and strategic objectives.
  • Ability to articulate the big picture and position Schneider Electric's value proposition within the broader energy transition.
  • Highly motivated, results-driven professional with a history of leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

What's in it for me?
  • Lead transformative projects that shape the future of electrification and sustainability
  • High visibility role with direct impact on strategic customer solutions
  • Collaborative culture that champions technical excellence and continuous innovation
  • Career growth opportunities with mentorship and leadership development

Bring your technical leadership to a team driving real-world impact-apply today!

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 168,800 - USD 253,200 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 (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, 20 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date).

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short-term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares (eligibility depends on start date), and 401(k) + match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program (including service anniversary), sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, initiatives that support youth education, 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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