Staff Application Engineer/Project Manager

Intro:
Schneider Electric is a market-leading supplier of electrical distribution industrial control and automation products, systems and services. Square D is the flagship brand of the North American Division, one of four geographic divisions of Schneider Electric, headquartered in Paris, France.


Job Responsibilities:
Coordinates and monitors technical projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring that technical projects are completed on schedule and within budget. This position includes project planning, estimating, execution, implementation and support. The individual will work closely with the customer and internal resources to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions deployed in support of project goals and objectives.


Travel approximately 40% to customer sites required. Majority of travel is domestic with occasional international travel.


Responsibilities & Key Tasks -Works closely with internal and external stakeholders and customers in overseeing and coordinating project priorities, scope, resource requirements, and timing of deliverables -Assists management with evaluation and development of a project plan and participates in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions -Monitors project deliverables and progress through continuous communication with project members and key stakeholders -Remains aware of any potential problems and works to mitigate any risks -Prepares reports on project progress and problems -Ensures projects are completed according to corporate and customer plan.


Qualifications: Essential - US Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance at sensitive customer sites, such as US defense contractor sites - A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combined with 5+ years of relevant project management work experience -Computer proficiency in MS Project, Office, Visio, and database skills (SQL) -Knowledge of contract documents and ability to clearly understand specifications -Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements -Ability to work and contribute as an effective team player in a fast paced deadline driven environment -Developed interpersonal skills with an ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers of various technical abilities, including experience working with contractors, consultants, and sales staff as required. -Ability to self-manage, multi-task and learn new skills quickly -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Ability to travel up to 40% to various customer sites mostly throughout the US


Qualifications: Desirable -PMP Certification -Knowledge and experience in the power distribution and control/automation industry (transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, drives) -Experience managing personnel -Knowledge and/or experience of competitor products and services -Knowledge and/or training in applicable OSHA regulations





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