Engineer II, Systems Engineering
Competitive
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Competitive
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Job type
Salary
Competitive
Location
Sector
Posted
19 days ago
Schneider Electric is hiring an Engineer II, Systems Engineering to design, develop, program, integrate, and validate control systems for liquid cooling products. The role supports new product development through controls engineering, system integration, testing, and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and service teams.
Responsibilities
Develop, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and control algorithms for liquid cooling systems
Design and implement automation architectures incorporating sensors, pumps, valves, VFDs, instrumentation, and communication networks
Create and maintain electrical and controls documentation, including I/O lists, control narratives, functional specifications, wiring diagrams, and test procedures
Configure and validate industrial communication protocols including Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, and Ethernet-based networks
Participate in the development of embedded control solutions and integrated control architectures for new product platforms
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, quality, and service teams to ensure successful product development and deployment
Support system testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), commissioning, and field startup activities
Analyze and troubleshoot hardware, software, and controls-related issues throughout the product lifecycle
Translate customer requirements, technical specifications, and industry standards into effective controls solutions
Support continuous improvement initiatives, software standardization, platform scalability, and development of reusable controls frameworks
Contribute to technology roadmaps and future product innovations supporting AI and data center cooling applications
Preferred
Experience with Schneider Electric EcoStruxure platforms, Modicon PLCs, Carel controls, C.Suite, 1Tool, or similar industrial automation platforms
Experience developing embedded software or firmware using C, C++, Python, or related programming languages
Knowledge of liquid cooling systems, thermal management technologies, HVAC systems, or fluid process controls
Experience integrating VFDs, pumps, heat exchangers, and fieldbus-connected devices
Familiarity with Git, GitHub, or other software version control systems
Experience with cloud-connected architectures, analytics platforms, and remote monitoring technologies
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems and operational technology environments
Experience supporting data center, hyperscale, mission-critical, or AI infrastructure applications
Exposure to digital twin technologies, simulation tools, and virtual commissioning environments
Understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), Lean Engineering, and standardized controls architecture methodologies
EcoStruxure Platforms
Modicon PLCs
Carel Controls
C.Suite
Industrial Automation Platforms
Embedded Software Development
Firmware Development
C
C++
Python
Liquid Cooling Systems
Thermal Management
HVAC Systems
Fluid Process Controls
VFD Integration
Pump Integration
Heat Exchanger Integration
Fieldbus Device Integration
Git
GitHub
Version Control Systems
Cloud-Connected Architectures
Analytics Platforms
Remote Monitoring
Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity
Operational Technology Cybersecurity
Data Center Infrastructure
Hyperscale Infrastructure
Mission-Critical Infrastructure
AI Infrastructure
Digital Twin Technologies
Simulation Tools
Virtual Commissioning
Design for Manufacturing
Assembly
Lean Engineering
Standardized Controls Architecture
Benefits
Medical (with member reward points)
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
Benefit Bucks
Flexible work arrangements
Paid family leaves
Well-being programs
12 holidays per year
15 days of paid time off per year
Incentives
Company share ownership
401(k) with match
Performance discussions
Global opportunities
The Schneider Career Hub
Learning platforms like Coursera
Recognition
An inclusive workplace
Volunteer leave
Programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation
Youth education initiatives
Military leave benefits
Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities
Opportunity to develop next-generation cooling technologies supporting AI and hyperscale data center growth
Exposure to cutting-edge automation, controls, and digital infrastructure technologies
Company
Energy management and industrial automation technology
Rueil-malmaison, Ile-de-France, FRA
https://www.se.com/
Founded in 1836
10001+ employees
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, embedded systems, or a related field
Experience developing and troubleshooting PLC applications utilizing Ladder Logic (LD), Structured Text (ST), and Function Block Diagrams (FBD)
Experience with BMS, SCADA, or industrial automation environments
Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, and SNMP
Understanding of control theory, instrumentation, PID control, and system integration principles
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control panel drawings, and system architecture documentation
Experience performing system validation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
Experience with Schneider Electric EcoStruxure platforms, Modicon PLCs, Carel controls, C.Suite, 1Tool, or similar industrial automation platforms
Experience developing embedded software or firmware using C, C++, Python, or related programming languages
Knowledge of liquid cooling systems, thermal management technologies, HVAC systems, or fluid process controls
Experience integrating VFDs, pumps, heat exchangers, and fieldbus-connected devices
Familiarity with Git, GitHub, or other software version control systems
Experience with cloud-connected architectures, analytics platforms, and remote monitoring technologies
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems and operational technology environments
Experience supporting data center, hyperscale, mission-critical, or AI infrastructure applications
Exposure to digital twin technologies, simulation tools, and virtual commissioning environments
Understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), Lean Engineering, and standardized controls architecture methodologies
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, embedded systems, or a related field.
Required skills
PLC Programming, Ladder Logic (LD), Structured Text (ST), Function Block Diagrams (FBD), BMS, SCADA, Industrial Automation, Modbus, BACnet, SNMP, Control Theory, Instrumentation, PID Control, System Integration, Electrical Schematics, P&IDs, System Validation, Root-Cause Analysis, EcoStruxure, Modicon PLCs, C, C++, Python
Experience
5+ years
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