Who are we, and what do we stand for?
Our purpose and mission guide us and represent our promise to all our stakeholders-customers, partners, employees, influencers, shareholders, and communities.
Schneider Electric aims to create Impact by empowering all to maximise our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On.
Our renewed purpose highlights our commitment to creating a lasting impact while maintaining our promise to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all.
Your Mission:
We seek a skilled and dedicated Electrical Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering principles and the ability to design, develop, and maintain complex electrical systems. The candidate should be detail-oriented, innovative, and capable of working collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
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Your Role - Magic happens when you bring great people together!
Design and Development:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop electrical systems, products, or components within electrical distribution or transmission.
• Create detailed schematics, drawings, and specifications for electrical assemblies.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to ensure the viability of designs.
Testing and Troubleshooting:
• Perform testing, calibration, and validation of electrical systems.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues in the systems' electrical aspects.
• Propose and implement solutions to optimize performance and reliability.
Assembly and Installation:
• Participate in the installation and commissioning of equipment, ensuring proper functionality.
Maintenance and Repair:
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical systems to ensure proper operation.
• Diagnose and repair faults, malfunctions, or breakdowns in equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies
Documentation:
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including design records, test reports, and maintenance logs.
• Update technical manuals and user guides for electro-mechanical systems.
• Generate bill of materials (BOMs), specifications, and documentation required for the manufacturing and assembly processes.
Collaboration:
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, and other team members to ensure seamless integration of components.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers and other stakeholders to provide updates on progress and challenges.
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Qualifications
What qualifications will make you successful in this role?
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience designing power systems and control solutions.
• Proven experience in designing, developing, and maintaining electro-mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (3D drawings, AutoCAD Electrical & Inventor) for schematic design and modelling.
• EPlan electric P8 or similar will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of electrical circuits, substation designs, and mechanical components.
• Hands-on experience with testing and measurement equipment.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relating to engineering practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with mobile substation/skid designs, finite element analysis, and ETAP studies.
• Knowledge of mechatronics principles.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or consulting environment or related field of work.
• Professional registration with ECSA or related engineering bodies will be an added advantage.
• The ideal candidate would be an Electrical Design Engineer with experience or knowledge of Electrical design.
Why us?
You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with significant personal responsibility and attractive development opportunities:
• A Hybrid working model to ensure a balance of family and working life.
• Optimal support on your career path through regular training opportunities.
• A dynamic and personal atmosphere, working with a globally energised team.
• A company culture that encourages performance and cooperation.
Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
You know about us, so let us learn about you! Apply today.
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Schedule: Full-time
Req: 0091N6