Senior Project Engineer I – Control Panels

Phoenix Contact

Job Summary The Senior Application Engineer (AE) serves as a product-focused technical expert and strategic partner to customers, Sales, and Product Management, driving adoption and revenue growth for Phoenix Contact’s Industrial Ethernet portfolio. Leveraging deep product and application expertise, this role identifies, develops, and converts sales opportunities into high-value, product-aligned solutions, influencing specification decisions and delivering measurable business outcomes.  The Senior AE leads complex customer engagements centered on the application, positioning, and integration of Industrial Ethernet products, including network system architecture design, solution development, and advanced troubleshooting. This role is primarily focused on pre-sales engineering of customer network solutions, delivering product-centric training on network technologies and industry applications, and providing Level 3/4 technical support across the networking portfolio managed by the U.S. organization.  Additionally, this position plays a critical role in advancing Phoenix Contact’s industrial networking and critical infrastructure product strategy by enabling internal and external stakeholders—including sales teams, channel partners, and customers—while supporting the broader ecosystem of aligned technologies (e.g., cloud platforms, software solutions, and integration partners).  Operating with a high degree of independence, the Senior AE also serves as the voice of the customer, providing actionable market and application insights to Product Management to help shape product roadmap decisions, portfolio positioning, and go-to-market strategies. Responsibilities * Lead complex, product-centric technical engagements with customers, including Industrial Ethernet network architecture design, product configuration, cybersecurity integration, and advanced troubleshooting aligned to portfolio capabilities * Serve as a subject matter expert for the Industrial Ethernet product portfolio, providing strategic consultation on protocols, automation networking solutions, and OT cybersecurity positioning * Partner with Sales to identify, qualify, and advance strategic opportunities, ensuring alignment between customer needs and product portfolio value propositions * Influence customer specifications and drive product adoption, positioning Phoenix Contact solutions as the preferred standard within customer applications * Act as the voice of the customer, translating application needs, market trends, and competitive insights into actionable feedback for Product Management to influence roadmap and portfolio strategy * Enable internal and external stakeholders through product-focused training and mentorship, strengthening technical expertise across sales teams, partners, and customers * Maintain accurate CRM reporting and support data-driven business development, providing visibility into product performance, opportunity pipelines, and market activity * Evaluate and validate product integrations within the Industrial Ethernet ecosystem, including technologies such as network monitoring, IDS/IPS, next-generation firewalls, log collection, and SCADA systems to enhance solution capabilities * Provide Level 3 and Level 4 support for Industrial Ethernet products and network-related applications, ensuring high-quality resolution of complex technical issues * Represent the Industrial Ethernet portfolio at industry events, customer engagements, and global initiatives, supporting market development, product launches, and strategic growth initiatives * Other duties as assigned Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field * 7+ years of experience in application engineering, industrial automation networking, or network engineering * Advanced knowledge of Industrial Ethernet (and the Electric Power Industry is a bonus) * Expertise in network architecture, network audits, network, and security design * A working knowledge of IEC/ISA 62443 standard * An understanding of IEC 61850 and the concept of digital substations is a plus. * Certifications such as CCIE, CCNA, CCNP, GSEC, GICSP, GRID, CISSP, Network+, Security+, or ISA is desirable * Strong communication and presentation skills * Willingness to travel up to 30% * Proven track record of problem solving by analyzing situation and providing recommended path forward Essential Job Functions * Must be able to travel via airplane. * Must be able to receive a passport and be able to travel overseas. * Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate an automobile for up to six hours at a time. * Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. (sample, demos, literature) * Must be able to travel overnight up to 30% * Comply with company dress code guidelines. * Regular and on-time attendance * If local to Harrisburg, PA the hybrid position requires at least three days in the office Perks & Benefits Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, bonus plan and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, auto allowance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more! #LI-DZ1 Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you need special accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job, please call 717-944-1300 between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday or email HR@phoenixcontact.com.   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters: Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact’s resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Head of People & Organization or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Phoenix Contact, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.

Veritaz AB

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer What You Will Work On Design, develop, and maintain electrical control systems and electrical components. Create detailed electrical designs using EPLAN P8. Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. Design electrical control panels in accordance with international standards. Interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements. Identify and evaluate suitable technical solutions for customer projects. Estimate engineering effort, project timelines, and implementation costs. Collaborate with project teams, engineering departments, customers, and contractors. Ensure electrical systems comply with IEC standards, including EN 60204. Participate throughout the project lifecycle, from concept design to implementation, testing, qualification, and handover. Support product validation, system qualification, and commissioning activities. Contribute to maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and project presentations. Ensure electrical designs meet quality, safety, reliability, and sustainability requirements. What You Bring Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience. Senior experience in electrical engineering and industrial electrical design. Strong expertise in EPLAN P8, which is mandatory. Experience with EPLAN Pro Panel and Routing is highly desirable. Solid understanding of electrical control panel design. Strong knowledge of global electrical standards, particularly IEC and EN 60204. Experience creating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. Ability to interpret engineering specifications and technical drawings. Experience supporting projects from concept through implementation, testing, and commissioning. Knowledge of electrical system qualification and validation processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, and contractors. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken

Avaron AB

About the Company At Avaron, you get the security of permanent employment combined with the variety of working at different customers. We place specialists across everything from tech, IT and industry to project management and business support – and whatever the assignment, you have a consultant manager who is there for you and your development. About the Role You will take on a broad electrical engineering role in an international industrial environment where reliable control systems are critical to the final solution. The work spans the full lifecycle of electrical design, from early concept work and detailed design to implementation, testing and handover. In this role, you will help create solutions with a strong focus on safety, quality, reliability, sustainability and cost efficiency. You will work closely with project teams and other stakeholders, combining hands-on engineering with coordination and technical problem-solving. What makes this role especially interesting is the wide scope and the opportunity to influence both the design details and the finished system. Job DescriptionYou will design, develop and maintain electrical control systems and components based on technical needs and required specifications. You will translate customer requirements into practical electrical solutions that balance functionality, safety, quality and economy. You will read and work from design specifications and technical drawings to drive the design forward. You will evaluate suitable technical solutions and contribute to estimates for cost and timescales. You will collaborate with project team members and the line organization to move the work forward efficiently. You will work with external stakeholders such as clients and contractors when needed. You will support qualification of the final product or system and contribute during implementation and testing. You will take part in service and maintenance activities connected to the equipment. You will prepare product documentation, write reports and present technical information in a clear way. RequirementsStrong skills in Eplan P8. Familiarity with global standards for electrical control panels, especially IEC (EN60204). Electrical Engineering education or equivalent experience. Fluent communication skills in Swedish and English. Nice to haveExperience with Pro Panel. Experience with routing. What We OfferPermanent employment at Avaron AB Occupational pension Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year Application Selections are made on an ongoing basis – apply as soon as you can.