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 Product Familiarization (1 month):
- Extensive Environmental, Health and, Safety (EHS) online and in person training
- Structured training at SI EA Wendell, NC headquarters led by Power Academy
- Safety certifications and equipment fundamentals for both LV and MV systems
Phase 2 – Introductory Field Experience (2 months):
- Travel across the U.S. supporting field service operations
- Shadow experienced field service engineers on customer sites
- Hands-on experience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, and maintenance
- Real-world exposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in customer environments
- Provide technical support to customers across diverse industries
- Document work and maintain comprehensive service records
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)
- Support equipment diagnostics and performance optimization
- Assist with factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
- Participate in equipment commissioning and startup activities
Phase 3 - Online and Classroom Product Training and Soft Skills Training (1 month):
- Focus on switchgear design, operation, and maintenance
- Circuit breaker technology and maintenance procedures
- Power distribution optimization across voltage classes
- Load management and protection coordination
- Equipment lifecycle management
- Maintenance best practices and predictive diagnostics
- Introduction to Siemens relays
Phase 4 – Field Training and Demonstration of learned skills (3 months)
- Travel across the U.S. supporting field service operations
- Shadow experienced field service engineers on customer sites
- Hands-on experience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, and maintenance
- Real-world exposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in customer environments
- Provide technical support to customers across diverse industries
- Document work and maintain comprehensive service records
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)
- Support equipment diagnostics and performance optimization
- Assist with factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
- Participate in equipment commissioning and startup activities
Phase 5 - LV/MV Automation & Controls (1 month):
- Focus on control systems and automation across voltage classes
- HMI and RTU integration and troubleshooting
- Communication protocols and networking (Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3)
- SCADA system integration and commissioning
- Microgrid and distributed energy resource (DER) controls
- System integration and commissioning procedures
- Remote monitoring and diagnostics
Phase 6 – Final Field Training with senior FSE’s (1 month):
- Travel across the U.S. supporting field service operations
- Shadow experienced field service engineers on customer sites
- Hands-on experience with LV and MV switchgear installation, commissioning, and maintenance
- Real-world exposure to utility, industrial, and commercial applications
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, test, and commission LV and MV switchgear systems
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on both voltage classes
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in customer environments
- Provide technical support to customers across diverse industries
- Document work and maintain comprehensive service records
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA)
- Support equipment diagnostics and performance optimization
- Assist with factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT)
- Participate in equipment commissioning and startup activities
Required Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution, graduating Spring 2026
- Passionate about hands-on technical work and problem-solving
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to start full-time employment in June 2026
- Willing to travel up to 80%
- Legally authorized for employment in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive to customer sites
- Physical ability to perform field work (climbing, lifting, working at heights with proper safety equipment)
- Ability to obtain and maintain electrical safety certifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience or coursework in power systems and electrical distribution
- Familiarity with electrical safety standards and practices
- Interest in utility or industrial electrical systems
- Basic understanding of control systems or automation
- Previous internship or field experience in electrical engineering
What You'll Gain:
- Exclusive Program: Only 20 engineers selected for June 2026 Cohort
- Comprehensive Experience: Hands-on work on actual customer installations and maintenance projects across both LV and MV systems
- Diverse Applications: Experience with utilities, industrial facilities, data centers, renewable energy, and commercial installations
- Mentorship: Guidance from seasoned field service professionals with expertise in both voltage classes
- Comprehensive Training: Technical certifications and safety training
- Financial Benefits:
- Competitive salary: $65,000 - $70,000 annually
- Career Growth: Opportunity to transition to full field service engineer role or pursue advancement into solutions engineering, relocation assistance and annual 5% Incentive
- Industry Certifications: Support for obtaining NFPA 70E, OSHA 30, and manufacturer-specific certifications
Technical Training Content:
Fundamentals (Applicable to LV & MV):
- Siemens LV/MV Product Portfolio Overview
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E & OSHA 30)
- Equipment Isolation and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) Procedures
- Basic Electrical Theory and Power Systems
- Voltage class differences and applications
- Arc flash hazard analysis and PPE requirements
- Electrical testing equipment operation and safety
LV/MV Switchgear & Distribution Systems Track:
- Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear Technology:
- Circuit breaker operation and maintenance
- Busway and distribution systems
- Load centers and panelboards
- Protective devices and coordination
- Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear Technology:
- MV circuit breaker types and operation
- Vacuum and SF6 technology
- Grounding and earthing systems
- Transformer integration and protection
- Cable termination and testing
- Power distribution systems and topology
- Load flow analysis and optimization
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Diagnostic testing and troubleshooting
- Thermal imaging and condition monitoring
- Customer communication and service documentation
- Field testing with portable equipment (megohmmeter, power factor, insulation resistance)
LV/MV Automation & Controls Track:
- Control System Fundamentals (LV & MV applications)
- HMI Configuration and Operation
- RTU Programming and Integration
- Communication Protocols:
- Modbus (RTU and TCP)
- IEC 61850 (Power System Communication)
- DNP3 (Utility SCADA)
- MQTT and industrial IoT
- SCADA system integration and commissioning
- Microgrid control and optimization
- Distributed Energy Resource (DER) management
- Renewable energy integration (solar, wind)
- Load shedding and demand response systems
- Remote monitoring and diagnostics
- Cybersecurity basics for industrial systems
- System commissioning procedures
Application Areas You'll Support:
- Utility Substations: Distribution and transmission substations
- Industrial Facilities: Manufacturing plants, refineries, mining operations
- Data Centers: Critical power distribution and backup systems
- Renewable Energy: Solar farms, wind turbines, battery storage systems
- Commercial Buildings: High-rise buildings, hospitals, universities
- Microgrids: Islanding capable systems with distributed generation
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure: Charging stations and fleet operations
Post-Program Opportunities:
Upon successful completion, participants will:
- Transition to full Field Service Engineer positions
- Have opportunity to relocate to regional service centers (Phoenix, Denver, or other locations)
- Continue mentorship and professional development
- Potential advancement to Senior Field Service Engineer or Technical Specialist roles
- Opportunity to specialize further in either LV or MV systems
- Pathway to Solutions Engineering or Technical Sales positions
- Relocation assistance provided by Siemens
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