Power Protection & Automation Engineering Development Program (June 2026 Cohort)

Siemens is a global leader in power protection and automation, seeking qualified candidates for their Power Protection and Automation Engineering Development Program. This one-year development program offers structured learning and hands-on experience in electrical substations, focusing on protection and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Each six-month rotation begins with two months of structured classroom training at the Wendell, NC office, guided by Siemens Power Academy trainers, followed by four months of hands-on experience through travel across the U.S. where participants shadow mentors on real-world substation projects
• During each rotation, participants will specialize in a specific track: Protection: Focus on safeguarding electrical substations by designing and implementing protection systems using protective relays that protect power equipment such as transformers, motors, and substations overall
• Automation: Focus on controlling and communicating with RTUs, HMIs, relays, and other devices inside switchgears within substations, to ensure smooth operation and reliable data exchange
• At the close of the program, participants will choose one of the specialized tracks as a focus and join the Solutions Engineering team, where they will continue learning from mentors and begin mentoring new EDP cohorts
• Learn through comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and mentorship
• Design and implement innovative power protection and automation solutions
• Test, commission and troubleshoot projects with the support of your mentor

Skills

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field. Candidates must graduate between Spring 2024 and Spring 2026
• Passionate about innovation and problem-solving
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Ability to start full-time employment beginning in June 2026 with Cohort 5
• Participants should be willing to travel up to 75% during the learning rotations, with approximately four months of travel expected within each six-month rotation
• Applicants must be willing and able to relocate to Raleigh, NC
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• $10,000 program completion bonus
• Variety of health and wellness benefits

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