Engineer II, Mechanical Systems Design

Join our dynamic team in San Leandro, CA as a Hardware Design Engineer Professional and be at the forefront of technical innovation! We're seeking a talented individual who can bridge the gap between complex engineering solutions and customer needs, while driving business growth through technical expertise.

What will you do?

This position is responsible for providing high quality engineering designs per specifications, standards, budgets and schedules, as well as participating on a team to design, install and service building automation control.

Responsibilities:

• Become the lead design engineer on medium to large projects and complete tasks through the full cycle design phase so submittals are ready for construction.

• Gain industry exposure by attending customer & coordination related meetings independently. Report back to the PM with action items and any additional deliverables that result from the meeting. See that these items are tracked and resolved in a timely manner.

• Ability to provide a financial summary of equipment in project to project manager to predict performance of project against budget.

• Ability to interpret anomalies or deficiencies in contract drawings and drive engineering process forward through RFI submission or communication with customers, consultants, and other trades.

• Attend sales to operations turnover meetings with Project Manager and represent team without assistance from Engineering Manager.

• Identify the opportunity to substitute specified field devices with SE preferred field devices and generate a substitution request to submit to Engineer on Record.

• Basic understanding of ASHRAE HVAC standards and adapt ASHRAE standards in design when ever possible

• Able to review change orders and incorporate changes into design packages.

• Expand application knowledge and apply alternate solutions for cost savings opportunities. Value engineering.

• Coordinate activity with Global Engineering Center for remote engineering delivery.

• Ability to coordinate within BIM models and project BIM team.

• Capability to convert site audits and walk-throughs into submittals.

• Proficiency in the usage of Design 360 and Prometheus apps and any other applicable engineering tools.

What will make you successful:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required

• Must have 3+ years’ experience in the industry and has intermediate knowledge of HVAC, security, or other building or electronic control systems or Schneider Electric’s software applications.

• Strong technical background with proven experience in engineering sales or application engineering

• Deep understanding of system architectures, best practices, and industry standards

• Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate complex technical requirements into practical solutions

• Outstanding communication abilities to effectively present technical concepts to diverse audiences

Who do I report to?

This employee typically works under daily supervision of an Engineering Manager and reports into an Engineering Manager.

Bring your engineering talent to a team that's ready to invest in your future — apply today!

This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals, either now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

Bring your mechanical design talent to a team that's ready to welcome you — apply today!

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

• Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

• Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

• Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

• Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

• Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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• €40 billion global revenue

• +9% organic growth

• 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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