UPS Solution Architect Engineer

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Whether it's through our products, software, and services that propel the digital transformation of energy management and automation, or through our corporate citizenship and volunteer activities, we make a meaningful impact by empowering people and organizations to become more resilient, electric, and digital.

Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You're part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.

The Role: UPS Solution Architect Engineer

Responsible for designing, developing, and delivering reliable and efficient UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) solutions for mission-critical facilities, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial, and Commercial applications. The role supports customers, sales teams, and project teams by providing technical expertise, solution design, and proposal development.

What will you do?

• Design and develop UPS solutions based on customer requirements.
• Perform load calculations, capacity sizing, and system architecture design.
• Design UPS systems including N, N+1, and 2N redundancy configurations.
• Select and size batteries, static switches, and related power infrastructure.
• Prepare technical proposals, system drawings, and solution documentation.
• Support pre-sales activities, customer meetings, and technical presentations.
• Review customer specifications and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Provide technical support during project implementation, testing, and commissioning.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, vendors, and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay updated on emerging UPS technologies, battery systems, and industry best practices.

What qualifications will make you successful?

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (S1) in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in UPS systems, critical power infrastructure, or electrical power solutions.
• Experience in solution design, application engineering, or technical sales support is preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of UPS technologies and architecture.
• Knowledge of Lithium-ion and VRLA battery systems.
• Understanding of electrical power distribution systems.
• Ability to perform load analysis and battery autonomy calculations.
• Familiarity with power quality, system reliability, and redundancy concepts.
• Understanding of data center and mission-critical infrastructure is an advantage.

Standards & Compliance

• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, and relevant electrical standards.
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute or TIA-942 standards is preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and presentation abilities.
• Customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Ideal Candidate

An experienced electrical engineer with strong expertise in UPS systems and critical power solutions, capable of designing cost-effective, reliable, and scalable power infrastructure while supporting business development and project delivery activities.

What’s in it for me?

• Global Family Leave
• Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents
• Worldwide Employee Stock Ownership
• Hybrid work arrangement (New Ways of Working)
• …and more!

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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!

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