Senior Engineer I, Electromechanics / Mechanical Design

• Lead the development and optimization of electromechanical designs for low-voltage electrical distribution products, platforms, options, and subsystems.
• Translate customer requirements, technical specifications, industry standards, and business objectives into robust engineering solutions.
• Drive technical activities throughout the product development lifecycle, including concept generation, feasibility assessment, detailed design, validation, industrialization, and product launch.
• Support technology roadmaps and contribute to the development of innovative product features and design approaches.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to engineers and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Design and optimize low-voltage electrical distribution equipment including:
• Power Panelboards
• Panelboards
• Switchboards
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Distribution Boards
• Industrial Control Panels
• Develop and optimize current-carrying systems including busbars, conductor systems, power connections, grounding systems, and electrical interconnections.
• Evaluate electrical performance characteristics including:
• Current ratings
• Temperature rise
• Short-circuit withstand capability
• Voltage drop
• Thermal performance
• Power distribution efficiency
• Support development of scalable electrical architectures that improve product reliability, serviceability, standardization, and manufacturability.
• Specify and integrate electrical components.
• Evaluate system performance related to load management, power quality, thermal behavior, protection coordination, and operational reliability.
• Support application and optimization of AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion solutions as required by product architectures.

• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and technical analyses to validate design concepts and product performance.
• Apply advanced CAD tools, tolerance analysis, thermal analysis, structural analysis, and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Develop and execute verification and validation plans for new products and design changes.
• Support prototype builds, laboratory testing, issue resolution, root cause investigations, and design corrections.
• Collaborate with certification and testing organizations to ensure successful product qualification.
• Compliance, Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry and regulatory requirements including UL, IEC, CSA, NEMA, and Schneider Electric internal standards.
• Apply design-for-safety, design-for-quality, and design-for-reliability principles throughout the product development process.
• Support value engineering, cost reduction, standardization, and product optimization initiatives.
• Document engineering assumptions, technical decisions, lessons learned, and validation results.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to engineering best practices.

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, procurement, supply chain, certification, offer management, and project management teams.
• Support project planning, risk identification, technical issue resolution, and execution of development activities.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers and team members.
• Support global development initiatives and contribute to cross-functional engineering projects.

• intermediate level; integrating mechanical and electrical systems for seamless product functionality

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• intermediate level; developing robust mechanical components that meet performance and safety requirements

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• intermediate level; creating detailed models and drawings for manufacturing and assembly

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• intermediate level; ensuring precision and quality in component specifications

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• intermediate level; embedding safety principles into every stage of product development

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• intermediate level; balancing technical excellence with cost-effective manufacturing solutions

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• intermediate level; diagnosing complex technical issues and implementing effective solutions

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• intermediate level; coordinating cross-functional efforts to deliver projects on time

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges independently
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across disciplines and explain technical concepts clearly
• Proven ability to mentor and guide colleagues through non-routine or escalated technical issues
• Creative thinking combined with attention to detail in designing innovative, compliant solutions

• Lead the development of industry-leading products that enable the safe and reliable distribution of electrical power worldwide.
• Work on advanced technologies including switchboards, panelboards, MCCs, protection systems, motor control solutions, and power conversion applications.
• Collaborate with global engineering, manufacturing, quality, and innovation teams.
• Expand your technical expertise in low-voltage power distribution, electrical protection, compliance, and electromechanical system design.
• Gain exposure to the complete product lifecycle, from concept development through certification, industrialization, and market launch.
• Build a meaningful career focused on innovation, sustainability, energy management, and customer-centric product development.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced degrees are desirable.
• Experience in new product development for low-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing electrical and electromechanical systems within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the complete product development lifecycle.
• Experience supporting product validation, certification, industrialization, and continuous improvement activities.
• Low-Voltage Power Distribution
• Understanding of electrical distribution architectures and current-carrying systems.
• Knowledge of grounding, bonding, conductor sizing, connection systems, and power distribution design principles.
• Understanding of short-circuit withstand requirements, fault current management, and thermal performance of electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with power quality considerations, load management, and electrical system reliability.
• Knowledge of thermal management, manufacturability, assembly techniques, and product standardization.
• Experience applying design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly principles.
• Familiarity with; UL standards, IEC standards, NEMA standards and CSA standards.

• Strong analytical thinking and engineering problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Ability to independently manage technical assignments and project deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and support less experienced engineers.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Advanced English communication skills.
• Basic project management knowledge, including planning, prioritization, risk identification, and execution tracking.

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