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Schneider Electric

BMS Project Engineer I

Schneider Electric, Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $84,000 - $126,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well‑being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

What will you do? This position is typically held by an individual that has at least 4 years’ experience as a Systems Application Engineer with related industry knowledge and demonstrated communication skills for interfacing directly with customers and other trades. This individual should have experience with HVAC and security installations and be proficient in all types of building systems and application of our technology. The role shall be capable of coordination of other project team activities on site, including coordination with other trades, commissioning agents, and customers. The position is responsible for project coordination, safety, installation, checkout, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Ensures that daily activities on site for projects are completed and regular progress on projects are communicated to the project manager.

Ensure all design engineer activity is aligned with latest conformed construction documents prior to installation

Able to modify and update design drawings and maintain red line documents

Collaborates with project manager and procurement personnel on purchasing activity and monitors budget and schedule risks

Assist the PM in material procurement

Ensure materials are being delivered to site or subcontractors for installation

Validate hardware and project installations

Install, replace and re‑commission devices, equipment, and software

Diagnose communication problems and install control devices and other components as well as troubleshoot software and hardware issues

Participate in field quality control or safety audits and review analysis and results

Coordinate with on‑site contractors for the installation of equipment based on shop drawings

Act as primary point of contact for subcontractors during installation phase

Coordinate and address any issues during installation phase independently

Collaborate with the Project Manager to coordinate projects through the installation phase

Provide feedback to the Project Manager for manpower requirements

Assisting with startup documentation and submission

Contribute to a complete operations to service turnover process

Responsible for overall system functionality and performance

Setup outside ISP connections and remote connectivity to customer sites

What qualifications will make you successful? Preferred System Knowledge and understanding of BMS Technology, HVAC topologies, BMS integration, Field devices, and control protocols.

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering in computer science preferred

Must have 3+ years of electrical experience

EBO and Niagara experience preferred

HVAC/BMS Control background

EcoStruxure Building Operation

Who will you report to?

This position works under direct supervision of a Project Manager, and reports to the Operations Manager.

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