Senior Manager - PAE

Schneider Electric is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Product Application Expert - Electrical Distribution Network (EDN) to drive the adoption and growth of our Electrical Distribution, Digital Power, and Energy Management solutions. This role serves as a key technical ambassador, bridging customer needs with Schneider Electric's innovative products, digital platforms, and connected solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in power distribution systems with customer-facing consulting, application engineering, and business development capabilities. The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence customers, support sales growth, and accelerate digital transformation across key market segments.

Roles & Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Solution Consulting

• Act as the regional technical expert and technology ambassador for Schneider Electric's Electrical Distribution and Digital Power portfolio.

• Understand customer requirements, technical specifications, and operational challenges to recommend optimal solutions.

• Provide pre-sales technical support, application engineering, and solution positioning for products and systems.

• Support customers, consultants, panel builders, OEMs, contractors, and end users throughout the solution selection process.

• Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and value-based discussions on Schneider Electric's offerings.

Digital & Innovation Enablement

• Promote and drive adoption of digital technologies, connected products, software platforms, and energy management solutions.

• Position Schneider Electric's digital ecosystem to improve customer operational efficiency, reliability, sustainability, and energy performance.

• Support deployment and customer conversion through digital tools and applications.

Business Growth & Market Development

• Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, influence specifications, and accelerate project wins.

• Drive market penetration and profitable growth of Electrical Distribution offers within the assigned region.

• Support strategic account development and customer engagement initiatives.

• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive developments to strengthen business positioning.

Stakeholder Engagement & Promotion

• Plan and execute technical seminars, customer events, workshops, product launches, and promotional activities.

• Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, OEMs, panel builders, and end customers.

• Influence internal and external stakeholders by promoting technological advancements and industry best practices.

• Partner with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Offer Management, and Services to deliver business outcomes.

Skills & Competencies Required

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Electrical Power Distribution Networks (MV & LV), system architecture, and design principles.

• Knowledge of connected products, digital electrical systems, and energy management platforms.

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

  • Medium Voltage & Low Voltage Distribution Systems
  • Vacuum Circuit Breakers (VCB)
  • Air Circuit Breakers (ACB)
  • Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)
  • Switching & Control Products
  • Transfer Switches
  • Fuse Distribution Systems
  • Energy Meters
  • Power Factor Correction (PFC) Solutions
  • Active Harmonic Filters (AHF)
  • LV Switchboards and Panel Applications
  • Digital Power Monitoring and Energy Management Solutions

• Understanding of applicable electrical standards and industry regulations.

• Exposure to industrial automation, process automation, or integrated power and automation solutions is desirable.

Market & Business Knowledge

• Understanding of key customer segments including:

  • Panel Builders
  • OEMs
  • Electrical Contractors
  • Consultants
  • End Users

• Ability to identify customer pain points and align technical solutions with business value.

• Commercial awareness with the ability to support business growth and profitability objectives.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline (B.E./B.Tech).

Experience

• 8+ years of experience in:
  • Electrical Power Distribution Systems
  • Application Engineering
  • Technical Sales Support
  • Power Management Solutions
  • Energy Management or Digital Power Solutions

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• Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.

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 growth

• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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