Senior Field Application Engineer
Company: Schneider Electric
Location: Portland
Posted on: November 14, 2024
Job Description:
Application EngineerPortland, OR area and nearby states region
-This position will be home-based and requires daily travel to
local customer sites within the geographical region. - There is the
potential for 50-60% travel outside the region, as needed. - All
expenses are covered and a company credit card is provided. - This
position might be eligible for a Fleet vehicle (determined by
hiring manager and based upon meeting mileage criteria). -U.S.
Citizenship is Required - Candidate must be able to obtain
necessary clearance and/or credentials as required. The types of
clearances could include, but are not limited to, Homeland Security
clearance, background and credit checks, and more. - -What will you
do?Focus on the deployment of Electrical Power Monitoring Systems
(EPMS) at data center facilities.Customer-facing position - the
successful candidate must work well in a team environment and will
interface directly with contractors and end-users
daily.Responsibilities for this position include performing
software installation, customization, and start-up services;
-start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical power
monitoring equipment; device communications; -and providing
customer training for the commissioned system.Consulting with
customers to determine system operation requirements.Installation
and upgrading of EPMS software.Configuring and commissioning
Schneider Electric and 3rd -party hardware.Performing start-up
services and system troubleshooting.Documenting the as-built
system.Daily commuting to customer sites is required. The majority
of travel is domestic with occasional international opportunities.
What qualifications will make you successful? -Bachelor's degree in
Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on control systems, Computer
Science or Software Engineering or equivalent experience.Experience
with electrical fundamentals as well as with electrical
equipment.Ability to technically troubleshoot network
communications (IP Addresses and being able to find devices on a
network).Ability to interpret contract specifications and
electrical (or mechanical) drawings.Willingness to travel both
regionally as well as out of state as needed. - (50-60% out of
state travel potential).Stable work history.Excellent verbal and
written communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a group
setting, team-oriented, self-motivated, and results-driven.
Must have a valid driver's license
and good driving history.Desirable Qualifications:Experience
related to Electrical Power Monitoring Systems; Building Automation
Systems, Systems Integration, and/or Energy Management
Systems.Experience working around electrical equipment such as
switchgear, generators, UPS systems, etc.Thorough understanding of
power generation, power distribution, and power quality
concepts.Good understanding of industry-standard communication
protocols with an emphasis on Modbus, IEC 61850, and
BACnet.Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures,
topologies, and hardware.Knowledgeable in computer programming
languages (Visual Basic, C/C++, Java, Python, etc.), databases
(SQL), and HTML development.HMI configuration experience, including
graphical screen development.Direct experience with Schneider
Electric proprietary software such as Power Monitoring Expert,
Power SCADA Expert, and Wonderware.Notes:
The first 3-4 weeks involve training
and safety classes (online), followed by on-the-job training,
partnered with a peer. This will require more than typical
overnight travel until candidates get the necessary experience.Job
sites can change regularly or remain constant for long periods,
depending upon client demand. Clients could include commercial,
industrial, critical infrastructure, data center and government
facilities.Mileage reimbursement or fleet/rental car vehicle
options. (Good driving record required)Would consider senior-level
Application Engineering candidates as well.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. -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!---36 billion global
revenue+13% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on
the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations - -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 'inclusion' is 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 and our DEI Policy -At Schneider Electric, we uphold
the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that
trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of
Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety,
sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every
aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond
respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can
find out more about our Trust Charter -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. - - -
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