Join Siemens as an Electrical Engineer - Shape the Future of Renewable Energy

At Siemens, we’re more than an engineering company — we’re innovators driving the energy transition toward a sustainable, resilient future. We’re seeking a passionate Electrical Engineer with a strong technical foundation to help define, design, and deliver next-generation Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Photovoltaic (PV) installations, Microgrids, and Smart Grid technologies that are transforming how the world uses energy.

Your Impact

As an Electrical Engineer at Siemens, you’ll play a key role across the entire project lifecycle, from early concept development and customer collaboration to final system testing and commissioning. You’ll contribute to some of the most advanced renewable and distributed energy projects in North America, helping Siemens customers achieve their sustainability goals through intelligent, reliable, and efficient energy systems.

Position Details

Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Flexible / Remote
Business Unit: Siemens Smart Infrastructure - Distributed Energy Systems (DES)
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

The Siemens Distributed Energy Systems (DES) team is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Electrical Engineer to support the design, implementation, and commissioning of cutting-edge distributed energy projects — including Energy Storage, Photovoltaic, and Microgrid systems.

You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, project managers, and developers to deliver integrated, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions for commercial, industrial, institutional, and utility customers nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review electrical designs for PV, BESS, and microgrid systems, including one-line diagrams, protection schemes, and interconnection drawings.

• Coordinate and review load flow, short-circuit, arc-flash, and protection coordination studies for medium- and low-voltage distribution systems.

• Design and configure network applications, SCADA, and control architectures for distributed energy assets.

• Support interconnection applications, utility coordination, and system modeling.

• Collaborate with project teams on equipment selection, specifications, and factory acceptance testing.

• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and performance testing phases.

• Ensure designs comply with Siemens standards, NEC/NESC, IEEE, UL, and utility interconnection requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience with electrical power systems and distributed energy projects (PV, BESS, microgrid, CHP, etc.).

• Working knowledge of utility interconnections, protection relays, and communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61850, etc.).

• Strong understanding of AC/DC systems, switchgear, transformers, inverters, and protection devices.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, or equivalent design tools.

• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering, project management, and field execution teams.

Why You’ll Love Working at Siemens

• Make a Difference: Contribute to groundbreaking projects shaping the future of global energy infrastructure.

• Be Empowered: Work in a collaborative, inclusive culture that encourages innovation and leadership at every level.

• Grow Your Career: Access world-class training, mentorship, and professional development resources.

• Enjoy Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, generous PTO, and more.

• Power the Planet: Play a pivotal role in advancing sustainability and accelerating the global energy transition.

Ready to Power a Greener Tomorrow?

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a real impact in the energy transition, join Siemens. Together, we’ll lead the charge toward a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable future.

About Siemens: 

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.