Siemens · 1 day ago
Overhead Power Distribution Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expSiemens is a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. They are looking for an Overhead Power Distribution Specialist who will serve as a subject matter expert for protection, control, and automation products in utility distribution networks, providing technical leadership and support for business growth.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingCyber SecurityInternet of Things
No H1B
Responsibilities
Capture and analyze complex customer requirements (e.g., advanced ground fault protection) and translate them into detailed technical specifications for R&D development
Act as the technical liaison to strategically align the future development, features, and functional standardization between the Overhead Distribution and SIPROTEC platforms
Design and validate integrated technical solutions (protection, control, and communication) for customer applications, acting as the primary technical consultant and advocate for necessary product improvements
Deliver expert technical guidance and resolution to complex customer inquiries regarding protection settings, relay configuration, and system communication issues
Support sales and business development by assisting customers and EPCs in correctly specifying Siemens’ solutions and clearly articulating the competitive technical advantages
Develop and lead specialized technical training for internal teams, external customers, and partners to ensure a high standard of application expertise
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. Other technical backgrounds may be considered with relevant experience
3+ years of experience in power system protection, relay settings, distribution automation, or utility environments (e.g., switchgear, reclosers)
Strong knowledge of protection relay communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850)
30% expected travel
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred
Proven ability to translate high-level customer needs into detailed technical requirements for R&D/software teams
Excellent communication and training skills; ability to operate effectively between customer experts and internal R&D teams
Direct experience representing a utility or EPC at industry standards committees (e.g., IEEE PES, NERC)
Prior experience in product development, technical sales support, or consulting within the utility vendor space
Advanced knowledge of utility communication protocols and cybersecurity standards (e.g., NERC CIP)
Demonstrated expertise in Ground Fault Protection schemes and application methodologies
Prior work with Siemens products or similar technologies
Preferred education: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Preferred certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent industry certifications
Company
Siemens
Siemens empowers customers to transform the industries that form the backbone of economies: industry, transportation, buildings and grids.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.01BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-02-20Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
2024-09-17Grant· $1.5M
2024-09-04Post Ipo Debt· $332.4M
Leadership Team
Cedrik Neike
CEO Digital Industries
Nicola Bates
President and CEO Siemens Capital Co.
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