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Application Design Senior Engineer

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Application Design Senior Engineer

Gunnison, CO

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $96,000 - $144,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of 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, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

What will you do?
  • Conceptualize system architecture using EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly known as Unity Pro) PLC logic applications and develop Control Philosophy/Sequence of Operations (SOO) documents to control building process automation (BMS) at customer data centers.
  • Work on challenging issues where analysis of situations or data may require an evaluation of intangible factors.
  • Exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions, estimates or results.
  • Provide engineering support or leadership for projects.


What skills and capabilities will make you successful?
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems and software applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively alone and in a group setting, collaborative, self-motivated, and results driven.
  • Strong problem solving and detective skills.
  • Advanced understanding of electrical circuits.
  • Work according to specified project playbook and commissioning plan while being resourceful and versatile in finding sources of information to solve problems.
  • Diligence and commitment to delivering high quality solutions.
  • Multi-task, manage conflicting priorities, and triage issues.

Technical Skills:
  • Advanced communication skills, must be able to collaborate with Consultant/End-User, Contractors & internal/External design team,
  • Ability to support / assist other Engineers and function as Technical Lead
  • Advanced Knowledge on HVAC (Air process, Water process and Chilled water systems)
  • Ability to identify needs from prerequisite documents (consultant IFC Control Drawing, Raiser diagram, signal/points list/ panel electrical design, GC Mechanical/Electrical Design)
  • Operational Management (EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly known as Unity Pro), Vijeo Designer, "C++", C#, Phyton, Visual Basic)
  • Programming Logic Design skills (Structured Text, Ladder, DFBs, DDTs, Boolean)
  • IEC Modbus industrial communication protocol, Controls and Connectivity (PACs, Industrial networks, Ethernet Networks)
  • Field Devices knowledge (AHU, FCU, VaV, Exhaust Fan, CO Sensors, VFDs, ATS, Gray Water pumps, Chilled Water pumps, Actuators (M580 PAC Panel, M580 HSBY, HMIs, etc.)
  • Manage integration of the PLC with various third-party systems (Fire Alarm, access control system, Lighting control, MV/LV, communication room, etc.)
  • Electrical and Control Drawings (field I/O, power distribution, etc.)
  • Sequence of Operation writing proficiency
  • P&ID Loop Control
  • Derived Function Block (development and application)
  • Derived Data Type Management
  • Change management and rev control
  • Commissioning and Test Script proficiency
  • Capable of troubleshooting PLC Code
  • Familiarity with SCADA and/or HMI platforms


Travel: Willingness to travel to customer sites (approximately 30%)

What's in it for you?

At Schneider Electric, you'll have the chance to tackle captivating challenges and elevate your automation controls expertise while spearheading BMS development for expansive data centers. Join forces with seasoned engineering professionals and engage in global collaboration with diverse engineering teams. It's the perfect opportunity to leverage your experience and expertise to drive innovation and make a meaningful impact. Schneider Electric awaits your expertise!

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more. Click here to find out more about working with us: http://se.com/us/careers

Who will you report to? Steve Adams - Engineering Manager

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
  • BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and commissioning BMS system and/or PLC/Process Automation applications, especially with Schneider Electric products.
  • Project experience with the following areas of project engineering: functional and detailed specifications, systems development, code generation, implementation, testing and commissioning.
  • Experience writing industrial control applications.
  • Experience with industry standard communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, Modbus TCP/IP and Ethernet IP, BACnet
    Experience with integrating devices from multiple vendors into a packaged solution
  • Experience with Industrial and Building Management System applications.
  • Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware
  • Knowledgeable in computer programming languages (VB, C#, C++)

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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

Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in e mpowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your M eaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

34.2bn global revenue
+12% organic growth
135 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.

We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color , gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Client-provided location(s): United States
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/74080?lang=en-us
Employment Type: Full Time