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Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 488355

Program Overview:

Are you a student graduating between December 2025 and May 2026 with an associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical power, instrumentation, or similar program? Launch your career with Siemens as a field service engineer supporting our Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear and distribution systems. Join our LV/MV Field Service Engineering Development Program and gain hands-on expertise in one of the industry's most critical areas.

The LV/MV Field Service Engineering Development Program positions you as an integral member of Siemens Industry, Inc.'s Smart Infrastructure – Electrification & Automation (E&A) team. This one-year development program features a structured learning pathway combining classroom training with extensive field experience across the United States, exposing you to both voltage classes and their diverse applications.

Role Description:

Phase 1 – Online and Classroom Onboarding and ProductFamiliarization (1 month):

• ExtensiveEnvironmental, Health and, Safety (EHS) online and in person training

• Structuredtraining at SI EA Wendell, NC headquarters led by Power Academy

• Safetycertifications and equipment fundamentals for both LV and MV systems

Phase 2 – Introductory FieldExperience (2 months):

• Travelacross the U.S. supporting field service operations

• Shadowexperienced field service engineers on customer sites

• Hands-onexperience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, andmaintenance

• Real-worldexposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications

Key Responsibilities:

• Install,test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems

• Performpreventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes

• Troubleshootequipment issues in customer environments

• Providetechnical support to customers across diverse industries

• Documentwork and maintain comprehensive service records

• Ensurecompliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)

• Supportequipment diagnostics and performance optimization

• Assistwith factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)

• Participatein equipment commissioning and startup activities

Phase 3 - Online and Classroom Product Training and SoftSkills Training (1 month):

• Focuson switchgear design, operation, and maintenance

• Circuitbreaker technology and maintenance procedures

• Powerdistribution optimization across voltage classes

• Loadmanagement and protection coordination

• Equipmentlifecycle management

• Maintenancebest practices and predictive diagnostics

• Introductionto Siemens relays

Phase 4 – Field Training and Demonstration of learnedskills (3 months)

• Travelacross the U.S. supporting field service operations

• Shadowexperienced field service engineers on customer sites

• Hands-onexperience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, andmaintenance

• Real-worldexposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications

Key Responsibilities:

• Install,test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems

• Performpreventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes

• Troubleshootequipment issues in customer environments

• Providetechnical support to customers across diverse industries

• Documentwork and maintain comprehensive service records

• Ensurecompliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)

• Supportequipment diagnostics and performance optimization

• Assistwith factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)

• Participatein equipment commissioning and startup activities

Phase 5 - LV/MV Automation & Controls (1 month):

• Focuson control systems and automation across voltage classes

• HMIand RTU integration and troubleshooting

• Communicationprotocols and networking (Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3)

• SCADAsystem integration and commissioning

• Microgridand distributed energy resource (DER) controls

• Systemintegration and commissioning procedures

• Remotemonitoring and diagnostics

Phase 6 – FinalField Training with senior FSE’s (1 month):

• Travelacross the U.S. supporting field service operations

• Shadowexperienced field service engineers on customer sites

• Hands-onexperience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, andmaintenance

• Real-worldexposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications

Key Responsibilities:

• Install,test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems

• Performpreventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes

• Troubleshootequipment issues in customer environments

• Providetechnical support to customers across diverse industries

• Documentwork and maintain comprehensive service records

• Ensurecompliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)

• Supportequipment diagnostics and performance optimization

• Assistwith factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)

• Participatein equipment commissioning and startup activities

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’sor Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from anaccredited institution, graduating Spring 2026

• Passionateabout hands-on technical work and problem-solving

• Excellentcommunication and teamwork skills

• Abilityto start full-time employment in June 2026

• Willingto travel up to 80%

• Legallyauthorized for employment in the United States without current or futureemployer-sponsored work authorization

• Validdriver's license and ability to drive to customer sites

• Physicalability to perform field work (climbing, lifting, working at heights withproper safety equipment)

• Abilityto obtain and maintain electrical safety certifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienceor coursework in power systems and electrical distribution

• Familiaritywith electrical safety standards and practices

• Interestin utility or industrial electrical systems

• Basicunderstanding of control systems or automation

• Previousinternship or field experience in electrical engineering

What You'll Gain:

• ExclusiveProgram: Only 20 engineers selected for June 2026 Cohort

• ComprehensiveExperience: Hands-on work on actual customer installations andmaintenance projects across both LV and MV systems

• DiverseApplications: Experience with utilities, industrial facilities,data centers, renewable energy, and commercial installations

• Mentorship: Guidancefrom seasoned field service professionals with expertise in both voltageclasses

• ComprehensiveTraining: Technical certifications and safety training

• FinancialBenefits:

• Competitivesalary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually

• CareerGrowth: Opportunity to transition to full field service engineerrole or pursue advancement into solutions engineering, relocation assistance and annual 5% Incentive

• IndustryCertifications: Support for obtaining NFPA 70E, OSHA 30, andmanufacturer-specific certifications

Technical Training Content:

Fundamentals (Applicable to LV & MV):

• SiemensLV/MV Product Portfolio Overview

• ElectricalSafety (NFPA 70E & OSHA 30)

• EquipmentIsolation and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) Procedures

• BasicElectrical Theory and Power Systems

• Voltageclass differences and applications

• Arcflash hazard analysis and PPE requirements

• Electricaltesting equipment operation and safety

LV/MV Switchgear & Distribution Systems Track:

• LowVoltage (LV) Switchgear Technology:

• Circuitbreaker operation and maintenance

• Buswayand distribution systems

• Loadcenters and panelboards

• Protectivedevices and coordination

• MediumVoltage (MV) Switchgear Technology:

• MVcircuit breaker types and operation

• Vacuumand SF6 technology

• Groundingand earthing systems

• Transformerintegration and protection

• Cabletermination and testing

• CommonTopics:

• Powerdistribution systems and topology

• Loadflow analysis and optimization

• Preventivemaintenance procedures

• Diagnostictesting and troubleshooting

• Thermalimaging and condition monitoring

• Customercommunication and service documentation

• Fieldtesting with portable equipment (megohmmeter, power factor, insulationresistance)

LV/MV Automation & Controls Track:

• ControlSystem Fundamentals (LV & MV applications)

• HMIConfiguration and Operation

• RTUProgramming and Integration

• CommunicationProtocols:

• Modbus(RTU and TCP)

• IEC61850 (Power System Communication)

• DNP3(Utility SCADA)

• MQTTand industrial IoT

• AdvancedTopics:

• SCADAsystem integration and commissioning

• Microgridcontrol and optimization

• DistributedEnergy Resource (DER) management

• Renewableenergy integration (solar, wind)

• Loadshedding and demand response systems

• Remotemonitoring and diagnostics

• Cybersecuritybasics for industrial systems

• Systemcommissioning procedures

Application Areas You'll Support:

• UtilitySubstations: Distribution and transmission substations

• IndustrialFacilities: Manufacturing plants, refineries, mining operations

• DataCenters: Critical power distribution and backup systems

• RenewableEnergy: Solar farms, wind turbines, battery storage systems

• CommercialBuildings: High-rise buildings, hospitals, universities

• Microgrids: Islandingcapable systems with distributed generation

• ElectricVehicle Infrastructure: Charging stations and fleet operations

Post-Program Opportunities:

Upon successful completion, participants will:

• Transitionto full Field Service Engineer positions

• Haveopportunity to relocate to regional service centers (Phoenix, Denver, orother locations)

• Continuementorship and professional development

• Potentialadvancement to Senior Field Service Engineer or Technical Specialist roles

• Opportunityto specialize further in either LV or MV systems

• Pathwayto Solutions Engineering or Technical Sales positions

• Relocationassistance provided by Siemens

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$60,000 $80,000

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Internal Services