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Are you passionate about deploying Protection, Controls and Automation (PCA) systems across diverse customer environments? Join us at Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, and be part of our dynamic team!
This position requires presence at customer sites and as such, the candidate must be able to obtain the necessary clearance and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer requirements for executing work on their site. The types of credentials that might be required include but are not limited to, Homeland Security clearance, background, and credit checks, etc.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the deployment of PCA systems at customer sites in a variety of industries including Data Centers, Oil and Gas, Health Care, Manufacturing, Military/Government, Commercial and Education.
- Collaborate closely with contractors and end-users, engaging in daily interactions within construction environments.
- Perform verification of pre-requisites for FAT and SAT.
- Perform PCA software installation, upgrade, customization, and integration.
- Start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric and 3rd Party relays, networking & SCADA solutions.
- Provide customer training, conduct device communication troubleshooting, and perform hardware component replacements.
- Consult with customers to define system operation requirements and document the as-built system.
- Travel daily to customer sites, typically within a geographic region, with overnight travel of 10-20%.
- Some 2nd shift work possible at times.
Qualifications for Success:
- An Associate’s degree, trade/vocational certification, Military training or similar experience in electrical-related disciplines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in team settings.
- Stable work history along with ability and willingness to drive to customers extensively.
- The ability to read blueprints/schematics and thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power, various AC and DC supply circuit components
- 2+ years of field service repair and customer service with experience with electrical equipment and knowledge of electricity, power generation, distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Skilled at utilizing test and diagnostic equipment
- Must possess good safety practices and adhere to the company’s safety procedures/polices (lock out tag out, comply with all safety programs and complete safety related trainings on time.
- Identify hazards present in the work area and report all safety matters, incidents, near misses, to management or safety representative.
Desirable Qualifications:
- A two-year technical degree, with a focus on electrical power systems or electronics, is preferred.
- Experience related to Protection, Control & Automation system and in various types of MV/LV Switchgears.
- Knowledgeable with basics of electricity, power generation, power distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Understanding of industry-standard communication protocols with an emphasis on Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3.0, BACnet and other industrial communication protocols.
- Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware.
- MV/LV Switchgear wiring troubleshooting.
- Direct experience with Schneider Electric proprietary software such as Easergy Pro, Micom studio & EPAS.
- NFPA-70E or OSHA experience is preferred
- NICET/NETA certification preferred
- Direct customer impact through meaningful technical work in the field
- Mentorship and structured support to build your technical skills and confidence
- Career growth opportunities within a global leader in energy management and automation
- Exposure to diverse industries and innovative technologies
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
Are you passionate about deploying Protection, Controls and Automation (PCA) systems across diverse customer environments? Join us at Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, and be part of our dynamic team!
This position requires presence at customer sites and as such, the candidate must be able to obtain the necessary clearance and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer requirements for executing work on their site. The types of credentials that might be required include but are not limited to, Homeland Security clearance, background, and credit checks, etc.
What You'll Do:
- Lead the deployment of PCA systems at customer sites in a variety of industries including Data Centers, Oil and Gas, Health Care, Manufacturing, Military/Government, Commercial and Education.
- Collaborate closely with contractors and end-users, engaging in daily interactions within construction environments.
- Perform verification of pre-requisites for FAT and SAT.
- Perform PCA software installation, upgrade, customization, and integration.
- Start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric and 3rd Party relays, networking & SCADA solutions.
- Provide customer training, conduct device communication troubleshooting, and perform hardware component replacements.
- Consult with customers to define system operation requirements and document the as-built system.
- Travel daily to customer sites, typically within a geographic region, with overnight travel of 10-20%.
- Some 2nd shift work possible at times.
Qualifications for Success:
- An Associate’s degree, trade/vocational certification, Military training or similar experience in electrical-related disciplines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in team settings.
- Stable work history along with ability and willingness to drive to customers extensively.
- The ability to read blueprints/schematics and thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power, various AC and DC supply circuit components
- 2+ years of field service repair and customer service with experience with electrical equipment and knowledge of electricity, power generation, distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Skilled at utilizing test and diagnostic equipment
- Must possess good safety practices and adhere to the company’s safety procedures/polices (lock out tag out, comply with all safety programs and complete safety related trainings on time.
- Identify hazards present in the work area and report all safety matters, incidents, near misses, to management or safety representative.
Desirable Qualifications:
- A two-year technical degree, with a focus on electrical power systems or electronics, is preferred.
- Experience related to Protection, Control & Automation system and in various types of MV/LV Switchgears.
- Knowledgeable with basics of electricity, power generation, power distribution, and power quality concepts.
- Understanding of industry-standard communication protocols with an emphasis on Modbus, IEC 61850, DNP3.0, BACnet and other industrial communication protocols.
- Knowledgeable in computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware.
- MV/LV Switchgear wiring troubleshooting.
- Direct experience with Schneider Electric proprietary software such as Easergy Pro, Micom studio & EPAS.
- NFPA-70E or OSHA experience is preferred
- NICET/NETA certification preferred
- Direct customer impact through meaningful technical work in the field
- Mentorship and structured support to build your technical skills and confidence
- Career growth opportunities within a global leader in energy management and automation
- Exposure to diverse industries and innovative technologies
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in system specialist jobs.
- Two or more years of hands-on experience administering Windows or Linux server environments
- Proficiency with Active Directory, Group Policy, and user access management
- Experience with ticketing and IT service management platforms
- Relevant certification such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or a Microsoft associate credential
- Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and VPN issues independently
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related technical field
Tips for Your System Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each environment
System specialist roles vary sharply by environment, so your resume should reflect the specific stack on the posting. A candidate coming from a Windows-heavy enterprise environment should foreground Active Directory and Group Policy, not generic IT support bullet points.
List certifications in a prominent section
Certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or Microsoft's MCSA carry real weight for system specialist screeners. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so recruiters and automated filters catch them before anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists system specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your tools explicitly
When a posting lists specific platforms like VMware, ServiceNow, or Azure, your application lands stronger if your resume echoes that exact language. Hiring managers and applicant tracking systems both respond to precise tool matches, not broad category claims.
Prepare for scenario-based technical questions
System specialist interviews frequently use real troubleshooting scenarios: a server is unreachable, a user's permissions are misconfigured, a patch breaks a dependency. Walk through your diagnostic logic step by step rather than jumping straight to a solution.
Negotiate on scope, not just base pay
When an offer arrives, clarify what systems you'll own, whether on-call rotation is expected, and how hardware and software budgets are managed. These details shape your day-to-day workload far more than a small base adjustment.
System Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most system specialists?
Vertiv, Jobot, and L3Harris are hiring the most system specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare networks, defense contractors, and large financial institutions tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many system specialist jobs are remote?
About 55% of system specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by specialization. Roles focused on cloud infrastructure, software configuration, and remote endpoint management are the most likely to offer fully distributed work, while positions that require hands-on hardware support or on-site data center access are almost always in-person.
How do you become a system specialist?
Start by building a foundation in operating systems, networking basics, and hardware through a degree program, a technical bootcamp, or self-study. Earn an entry-level certification to validate your skills, then get practical experience through helpdesk or desktop support work. From there, move into systems administration tasks, deepen your knowledge of one platform or environment, and pursue a mid-level certification that aligns with the specialization you want.
Can you get a system specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level system specialist roles exist, and employers hiring for them typically value certifications and demonstrated hands-on work over years on a resume. Build a home lab to practice server administration, document what you've built and what problems you solved, and apply to organizations like school districts, local governments, or small businesses where the role covers a wider range of tasks and entry barriers are lower.
What does the system specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen to verify your background and confirm you understand the environment they're hiring for. That's followed by a technical interview, which often includes scenario questions where you walk through how you'd diagnose a system failure or resolve an access issue. Some employers add a practical component, like reviewing a network diagram or walking through a mock ticket. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with a manager or team lead focused on working style and prioritization.
Where can I find and apply to system specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to system specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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