- Define and lead the end-to-end HW/SW solution strategy for modernizing the grid across transmission, distribution, DER integration, and behind the meter solutions.
- Provide consulting advisory for advancing Schneider Electric's grid automation, digital platform(s) and data strategies (e.g., data models, standards-based integration, etc.) into customers strategic roadmaps.
- Shape Schneider Electric's product and platform strategy through thought leadership and direct engagement with Business Units, R&D teams, and portfolio companies.
- Drive architectural consistency across solutions including grid automation, digital substations, ADMS/DMS, DERMS, OMS, microgrids, and data/analytics platforms.
- Provide technical advisory regarding data models, interoperability standards (e.g., CIM, IEC 61850, IEEE standards), and edge-to-cloud integration.
- Establish and enhance structured Voice of the Customer (VoC) programs to identify emerging needs, capability gaps, and modernization drivers.
- Lead strategic workshops with utilities, IPPs, developers, and utilities to translate operational objectives into solution roadmaps.
- Produce scenario-based architectures reflecting, EV adoption, extreme weather resilience, Grid Edge digitalization, distribution automation expansion, etc.
- Serve as an executive-level technical advisor during key pursuits, helping shape value propositions and solution constructs.
- Coordinate across R&D, sales, solution architects, and LoBs to align development roadmaps with North American market requirements.
- Implement a structured intake process for customer requirements and strategic market intelligence.
- Ensure solutions are architected for interoperability, scalability, grid resiliency, and lifecycle flexibility across hardware, software, and services.
- Champion simplification and unification of Schneider Electric's grid portfolio where cross-LoB alignment is critical.
- Identify and pursue new opportunities to collaborate with key partners and customers aligned with strategic Power & Grid objectives.
- Lead and prioritize initiatives that are central to the unique value proposition (UVP) and the overall strategy and vision of the NAM Power & Grid Segment.
- Represent Schneider Electric in key industry groups to influence positioning and establish thought leadership.
- Stay abreast of emerging topics and research pertinent to grid innovation, sharing insights with internal teams.
- Build and lead a small team, initially comprising an industry principal and a solution architect, scaling as demand and growth dictate.
- Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the tea m to drive success in delivering customer-focused solutions.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
o DER integration, microgrids, and distributed energy ecosystems
o Digital transformation, operational technology (OT), and data platforms
- Deep understanding of electrical distribution, transmission, protection, automation, SCADA, ADMS/DMS, DERMS, microgrids, and grid-edge technologies.
- Expertise with industry standards and architectures (CIM, IEC 61850, IEEE 1547, NIST cybersecurity, interoperability frameworks, grid data models).
- Demonstrated success architecting complex, multi-layered power and grid solutions across hardware, software, analytics, and services.
- Ability to interpret complex RFPs/RFQs and craft high-impact, customer-centric solution strategies.
- Proven experience influencing product roadmaps and guiding executive-level decision-making.
- Strong ability to communicate the "big picture" and contextualize Schneider Electric's value in the broader energy landscape.
- History of leading matrixed, cross-functional teams and managing large, strategic customer engagements.
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and storytelling capabilities.
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