Engineering Manager - Protection, Control & Automation

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $142,400 - $213,600 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.Engineering Manager - Protection, Control & Automation (PCA)Hybrid work schedule based in one of Schneider Electric’s HUB or COE locationsThe PCA Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a team of engineers and system commissioning specialists to deliver projects involving protection, control, and automation solutions, while achieving organizational goals.Our team specializes in applications such as automatic transfer schemes, generator control, Load management, intelligent Load shedding & restorage, networking, SCADA, protection schemes and etc, using Protection relays, PLC, RTUs, generator controllers, HMIs, network switches. We also use communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850 and others.Our team specializes in applications such as automatic transfer schemes, generator control, load management, intelligent load shedding and restoration, networking, SCADA systems, and protection schemes. These solutions are developed using protection relays, PLCs, RTUs, generator controllers, HMIs, and network switches. We also utilize communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, and others.The key responsibilities of this role are outlined below:Engineering resource plan:Understand backlog evolution and forecasts to proactively and efficiently plan resource needs. Collaborate closely with Sales to understand forecasts, key opportunities, and strategic accounts. Regularly review resource allocation to ensure an optimal balance between workload and utilization.Project Execution:Ensure the team delivers high-quality project outputs in a timely mannerCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycleKey activities include:Assigning resources to new projectsParticipating in project handoff meetingsWorking with Project Managers (PMs) on schedulingAttending project review meetingsManaging escalationsEnsure adherence to Schneider Electric (SE) safety policies and practicesTeam Management:Partner with leadership to define and align on team goalsEstablish clear objectives for both the team and individual membersSupport employee development through:Career discussions (especially for early-career professionals)Coaching and mentoringConduct annual performance evaluations and manage the Global Salary Review processLead team meetings and 1:1 sessionsEnsure adherence to processes and perform quality checksEncourage continuous improvement initiatives from team membersMonitor performance and make adjustments as neededSupport team members with legal status processes as neededCreate a positive work environment that fosters collaboration, cooperation, and strong communication. Act as the bridge between leadership and the team, ensuring transparent and effective communication. Drive innovation by proposing new ideas and improving processes, engineering practices, and templates. Continuously seek efficiency improvements.Profit & Loss (P&L) management: Co-own the P&L with other team leadersEnsure revenue and margin targets are metPerform short- and long-term revenue forecastingSupport Project Managers in accelerating revenue when requiredManage Work In Progress (WIP)Collaborate with Finance to review and resolve financial issuesCollaboration with other SE entities/teams:Collaborate with other Schneider Electric (SE) entities and teams within and beyond Digital Power to ensure cross-functional alignmentEngage proactively in networking and cooperation initiatives, regardless of project requirementsShare ideas, resources (when applicable), and pursue collective successQualificationsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent 5+ years of engineering experience5+ years of people management experienceLeadership & Management skillsCoaching / Mentoring, Performance managementStrong Interpersonal & communication skillsAbility to influence stakeholders, facilitate cross-functional & cross-business unit collaborationExperience in Sales is a plusConflict resolution & decision making under pressure Autonomous, motivator & proactiveProject and Business managementStrong background and capability on project executionScheduling, budgeting, resource management / Risk & Opportunity managementExperience in project management is a plusUnderstanding of P&L / Cost structure, ROI and other financial implications. Experience in managing P&L is a plusTechnical competency in Protection, Control & AutomationTechnical experience & expertise on Protection Relays, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI) & SCADA SystemExperience on EPAS (Ecostruxure Power Automation System) is a plusOperation & Strategic ThinkingSafety oriented Help to improve overall technical competency of the teamShort & Long-term operation planning Strong problem-solving mindsetTechnical & process innovationLet us learn about you! Apply today.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!€40 billion global revenue+9% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countriesYou 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. 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 hereSchneider 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.