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Siemens · 10 hours ago

Power Protection & Automation Engineering Development Program (June 2026 Cohort)

Wendell, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$80K/yr - $85K/yr

Siemens is a global leader in power protection and automation, seeking qualified candidates for their Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program. This one-year development program offers structured learning and hands-on experience in electrical substations, focusing on protection and automation systems.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Each six-month rotation begins with two months of structured classroom training at the Wendell, NC office, guided by Siemens Power Academy trainers, followed by four months of hands-on experience through travel across the U.S. where participants shadow mentors on real-world substation projects

During each rotation, participants will specialize in a specific track: Protection: Focus on safeguarding electrical substations by designing and implementing protection systems using protective relays that protect power equipment such as transformers, motors, and substations overall

Automation: Focus on controlling and communicating with RTUs, HMIs, relays, and other devices inside switchgears within substations, to ensure smooth operation and reliable data exchange

At the close of the program, participants will choose one of the specialized tracks as a focus and join the Solutions Engineering team, where they will continue learning from mentors and begin mentoring new EDP cohorts

Learn through comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and mentorship

Design and implement innovative power protection and automation solutions

Test, commission and troubleshoot projects with the support of your mentor

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringPower Systems EngineeringComputer EngineeringProtection Systems DesignAutomation Systems ControlIEC 61850 ProtocolsCommunication SkillsTeamworkLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field. Candidates must graduate between Spring 2024 and Spring 2026

Passionate about innovation and problem-solving

Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills

Ability to start full-time employment beginning in June 2026 with Cohort 5

Participants should be willing to travel up to 75% during the learning rotations, with approximately four months of travel expected within each six-month rotation

Applicants must be willing and able to relocate to Raleigh, NC

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization