**Job Family:** Electrification & Automation **Req ID:** 477565 Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? **Transform the everyday with us** **About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:** The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today’s and tomorrow’s power grid! **We are looking for a Solutions Architect. This position will be based in Wendell, NC. however, it can be remote.** As a **Solutions Architect for Solutions Engineering** , you play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between technology and business. Your responsibilities encompass technical expertise, and coordination with department team members. **Roles & Responsibilities** + **Technical Expertise:** + **Solution Design:** Integrate the technical requirements and specifications and coordinate them for the creation of a realization concept in the Solution Engineering team. + Drives and guides the creation of a functional architecture for a complete solution and of a technical realization concept over all its domain and technical aspects. + Evaluate different concepts with respect to technological and commercial aspects. + Specify and integrate standard products, components, and systems according to the required functionality of the solution and coordinates their interfaces and interaction. + Verify and validate the concepts and specifications versus the requirements and standards. + Provide feedback lessons learned to the Engineering Organization and R&D department. + Act internally as an integrating and coordinating technical function. + May draft the integration test concept (in cooperation with the Requirements Engineer). + May take over dispositive functions or responsibility for costs, time, and quality (in cooperation or as substitute for the respective positions). + **Quality Assurance:** Ensure solutions meet quality standards, scalability, and performance requirements. + **Emerging Technologies:** Stay abreast of industry trends and evaluate their impact on designs. + **Knowledge area:** Industry knowledge and application of medium and low voltage networks, including, MV Switchgear, Motor starters, Low Voltage MCC, Switchboards, LV switchgear, Transformer, Protection and Automation functionality, and Network Communication. + **Customer Engagement:** + **Pre-Sales Support:** Collaborate with sales and offer teams during pre-sales activities, including solution presentations and technical discussions. + **Post-Sales:** Ensure successful implementation and customer satisfaction. + **Stakeholder Communication:** + **Executive Reporting:** Provide updates to senior management on solution engineering initiatives, progress, and challenges. + **Risk Management:** Identify and mitigate risks related to solution delivery. **You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:** **Basic Qualifications:** + **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in an electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of experience and education; P.E. license preferred. + **Experience:** 10-15 years of experience in a similar role in engineering leadership, business development or a related technical leadership role. Field experience is a plus. Preferred experience with turnkey projects in medium voltage, low voltage, process automation, drives, and inverter applications. + **Leadership Skills:** Proven leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities. + **Software Application Knowledge** : SieOps (salesforce); Autodesk suite, SKM, Etap, PSS/E or DE or similar, Microsoft Office, MS Teams + **Business Acumen:** Ability to align technical solutions with business goals. + **Industry Knowledge:** Familiarity with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and market trends. Knowledge of NEC, IBC, IFC codes and application of LV and MV systems. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Familiar with Siemens LV & MV solutions + Experience with Siemens protection and automation products + Proven experience with DC applications and design 1500V or greater + DC bus distribution + DC-DC coupling of multiple DC systems with unique voltage levels + DC ground fault protection + DC breaker design and selection + DC arc fault protection and calculations + Proven experience with PV and BESS systems and design + Demonstrated knowledge of UL1741, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, UL1341, UL 3001 + Familiar with solid state transformers **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. Learn more about Siemens here . **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. \#LI-BJ1 #MFGWendell **You'll Benefit From** Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here. The pay range for this position is $120,540 - $206,640 annually with a target incentive of 15% of the base salary. 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