Senior Project Engineer

About the role

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead medium‑scale MV/LV projects, including retrofits, modernizations, and critical maintenance, from customer handover through invoicing and payment collection.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle – scope validation, procurement, site works, commissioning and handover – using digital platforms such as mySchneider, Salesforce and ERP.
• Manage project financials, track budgets, forecast revenue, ensure timely invoicing and cash collection, and present margin analysis.
• Coordinate with Field Services, Engineering and Supply Chain to align material readiness, manpower, HSE and quality plans.
• Develop and monitor HSE plans, conduct risk assessments, ensure compliance with Schneider quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Act as primary customer interface, communicate progress, manage change requests and capture feedback at project close‑out.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years experience on MV/LV equipment projects, preferably retrofit and services work.
• PMP certification (mandatory); Schneider PM certification is a plus.
• Strong commercial fluency – ability to interpret payment terms, contractual clauses and margin impacts.
• Willingness to travel across the Gulf region and familiarity with Oil & Gas or public utility standards.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of MV/LV equipment, retrofit practices, protection schemes and lifecycle solutions.
• Proficiency with Schneider digital tools: mySchneider, Salesforce, EcoStruxure Service Plans.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and contract/invoicing automation.
• PMP® certification.