Application Engineer I at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Webster, Texas

Job Description:

Application Engineers (AE) in Schneider Electric are highly motivated and pragmatic individuals who demonstrate excellent communication and relationship skills coupled with deep technical knowledge of the customer process as well as the Schneider Electric offer. They can understand complex problems and can overcome diverse obstacles to develop and realize creative and effective solutions.

This position involves being a member of the technical team for large-scale, high-complexity customer projects used in industrial automation. Our multidisciplinary team develops customized SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems) which provide critical safety shutdown solutions to our customers. Our project scopes include front end engineering design, detailed designs, system integrations and customer site support.

The ideal candidate is familiar with systems integration using a variety of technologies. It is not expected that they have experience with all of them. A motivated and self-driven candidate with basic understanding of engineering fundamental of electrical circuitry, computer networking and application software.

The Application Engineer works as part of a project team with project managers and other engineers. The AE supports the design effort from inception through development, commissioning, and hand-off to production. AEs use existing designs, standard libraries, and QA/QC tools to meet the customer's specific site requirements within scheduled durations. AEs have the flexibility to make changes during commissioning to ensure the system is returned to production per schedule.

Depending on the projects and skillset, responsibilities may include:

• Custom development, optimization, and deployment of SIS Triconex hardware


• Create, modify, optimize control solutions on projects based on project specifications.


• Design and Develop SIS customized HMI


• Responsible for the development and programming of the control system logic and the functionality of the control system. Uses logic drawings, control narratives and the basis of design documents to contribute to logic development.


• Performs system testing and factory acceptance testing. Supports the factory acceptance test and develops a test document for selected projects as required.


• Commission the systems and troubleshoot any issues


• Attend internal and customer design meetings


• Use QA/QC tools and processes


• Responsible for ensuring cyber security compliance of projects tasks and deliverables

Who will you report to? Duc Nguyen - Engineering Manager

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience


• Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware


• Knowledgeable of one or more computer programming languages (C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java...)


• Capable of basic electrical and electronic circuitry designs


• Experience in software debugging tasks


• Capable of navigating through application software and applying software tools


• Experience configuring and troubleshooting industry standard communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, and Modbus TCP/IP is a plus


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft operating systems and software applications


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to collaborate and succeed within a diverse team


• Team oriented, self-motivated, and results driven


• Strong problem solving and detective skills


• Work according to a specified project requirements and commissioning plan while being resourceful and versatile in finding sources of information to solve problems


• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high quality solutions


• Ability to multi-task, handle conflicting priorities, triage issues, and work with the core team when needed

This position requires presence at customer sites, and as such, candidate must be able to obtain necessary clearance and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer requirements for executing work on their site. The types of credentials that might be required include, but are not limited to, passports, Homeland Security clearance, drug and alcohol, background, and credit checks, etc.

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Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in e mpowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

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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 we 'embrace different' as 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.

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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. Application Engineers (AE) in Schneider Electric are highly motivated and pragmatic individuals who demonstrate excellent communication and relationship skills coupled with deep technical knowledge of the customer process as well as the Schneider Electric offer. They can understand complex problems and can overcome diverse obstacles to develop and realize creative and effective solutions.

This position involves being a member of the technical team for large-scale, high-complexity customer projects used in industrial automation. Our multidisciplinary team develops customized SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems) which provide critical safety shutdown solutions to our customers. Our project scopes include front end engineering design, detailed designs, system integrations and customer site support.

The ideal candidate is familiar with systems integration using a variety of technologies. It is not expected that they have experience with all of them. A motivated and self-driven candidate with basic understanding of engineering fundamental of electrical circuitry, computer networking and application software.

The Application Engineer works as part of a project team with project managers and other engineers. The AE supports the design effort from inception through development, commissioning, and hand-off to production. AEs use existing designs, standard libraries, and QA/QC tools to meet the customer's specific site requirements within scheduled durations. AEs have the flexibility to make changes during commissioning to ensure the system is returned to production per schedule.

Depending on the projects and skillset, responsibilities may include:

• Custom development, optimization, and deployment of SIS Triconex hardware


• Create, modify, optimize control solutions on projects based on project specifications.


• Design and Develop SIS customized HMI


• Responsible for the development and programming of the control system logic and the functionality of the control system. Uses logic drawings, control narratives and the basis of design documents to contribute to logic development.


• Performs system testing and factory acceptance testing. Supports the factory acceptance test and develops a test document for selected projects as required.


• Commission the systems and troubleshoot any issues


• Attend internal and customer design meetings


• Use QA/QC tools and processes


• Responsible for ensuring cyber security compliance of projects tasks and deliverables

Who will you report to? Duc Nguyen - Engineering Manager

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