Electrical Engineer - Design Job at Siemens, Wendell, NC

  • Siemens
  • Wendell, NC

Job Description

Job ID: 524489Location: Wendell, North Carolina, United States of AmericaSalary: $74,970 - $128,520Company: Siemens Electrical Engineer - Design Job ID 524489 Posted since 01-Oct-2026 Organization Smart Infrastructure Field of work Engineering Company Siemens Industry, Inc. Experience level Experienced Professional Job type Full-time Work mode Hybrid (Remote/Office) Employment type Permanent Location(s) Wendell - North Carolina - United States of America Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.Transform the everyday with us!Siemens Electrification and Automation is seeking a Protection, Control & Automation Panel Design Engineer with High Voltage Protection & Automation experience to design and develop sophisticated power automation and protection panels for critical substation systems. You will contribute as a hands-on design expert, integrating Siemens and third-party automation products to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions to our customers.The Location & Lifestyle: This role is based at our national headquarters in Wendell, North Carolina—located in the heart of the Research Triangle, just 20 minutes east of Raleigh. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, with the opportunity to work from home up to two-three days per week when business needs allow. There may be times when more office presence is needed, but we strive to maintain that flexibility whenever possible.For experienced engineers, this area offers an incredible quality of life: top-rated schools, a mild four-season climate, easy weekend access to mountains and the coast, and a highly favorable cost of living that allows your compensation to go much further. (Local candidates are encouraged to apply, and relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates).You’ll make a difference by:Driving the Design: Design electrical, mechanical, and system drawings for protection, control, and automation panels per customer specifications and guidelines.Engineering the Logic: Develop logic diagrams and protection schemes based on technical drawings and detailed customer requirements.Ensuring Detailed Execution: Prepare Factory & Site Acceptance Test (FAT & SAT) procedures for protection systems projects.Leading and Mentoring: Provide technical guidance on projects, support team members in project activities, and collaborate with a team of specialists to meet industry standards.Being the Expert Voice: Serve as a primary customer interface, providing problem-solving and commissioning support.Supporting the Full Lifecycle: Provide technical support from design through implementation and commissioning, while occasionally assisting the sales team with scope development, estimates, and proposals.You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:Basic Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.Core Experience: Five (5) or more years of experience in power system protection, control, and automation engineering, including HV/MV utility applications, hands-on engineering execution, and technical leadership.Panel Design & Documentation: Experience designing protection, control, and automation panels and developing engineering deliverables such as AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, sequence of operations, functional design specifications (FDS), and test procedures.Protection Relays & Automation Systems: Applied knowledge of transmission and distribution protection relays and automation systems (Siemens, GE, SEL, ABB, or equivalent), including relay application, specification, design review, and associated engineering software.Communications, Testing & Commissioning: Working knowledge of communication network technologies, hardware configuration, and protocols such as IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE/Sampled Values), DNP3, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101/103/104, PROFINET, and PROFIBUS. Hands-on experience with commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), or Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).Engineering Tools: Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, AUCOTEC Engineering Base, or similar engineering design software, as well as Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Office applications.Standards & Technical Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret AC/DC schematics, one-line and three-line diagrams for medium- and high-voltage substations. Knowledge of ANSI/IEEE standards related to protection, control, and electrical panel design.Travel: Willingness and ability to travel approximately 5% based on project assignments and customer requirements.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employment sponsorship now or in the future.Preferred Qualifications: (The qualifications below are preferred, but not required)Utility & Generation Protection Panel Design: Experience with transmission, distribution, and generation protection applications, including feeder, transformer, generator, bus, line differential, distance, transfer-trip, and interlocking schemes, as well as panel design for substations and power generation facilities.Standards & Compliance: Knowledge of UL 508A, UL 698A, ANSI, IEEE, and IEC standards related to protection, control, automation, and electrical panel design.Engineering Software: Experience with AUCOTEC Engineering Base (EB/GEL), MicroStation, EPLAN, or similar engineering design platforms.Programming: Experience with C programming or automation logic development.Professional Licensure: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.About Siemens:We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.You’ll Benefit FromSiemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: The pay range for this position is $74,970 - $128,520 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the LawApplicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form. If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay TransparencySiemens follows Pay Transparency laws. Application Deadline This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.

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Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Remote work, Work from home, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Weekend work, 2 days per week, 3 days per week

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