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System Application Engineer - Building Automation & Controls

Schneider Electric

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System Application Engineer - Building Automation & Controls

full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic individual looking to kickstart your career in building automation and controls? Schneider Electric has an outstanding Application Engineer opportunity in Chicago, IL that offers hands-on experience and the chance to make a real impact. Help our clients and communities optimize their energy use, meet sustainability goals, and enhance indoor air quality and tenant experience.

 

What will you do?

  • Program building automation system controllers
  • Enter and manage database information
  • Set up field controllers, computers, and instrumentation
  • Create intuitive graphical user interfaces
  • Enjoy a dynamic mix of office and field work

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

  • Possessing a degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar program
  • Programming skills are essential
  • Understanding of electrical principles
  • Knowledge of control systems/HVAC systems is a plus (but not required)
  • Additional preferred skills to be discussed during the interview, tailored to specific business units

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $70,000 - $75,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. 

 

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

 

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

 

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.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

 

This role does not support sponsorship and requires work authorization within the United States. 

 

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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!

€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

 

 

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.

 

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here
 
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.

 

 

 

 

Locations

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Salary

70,000 - 75,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • Programming building automation system controllersintermediate
  • Database managementintermediate
  • Setting up field controllers and instrumentationintermediate
  • Creating graphical user interfacesintermediate
  • Understanding electrical principlesintermediate
  • Knowledge of control systems/HVAC systemsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar (experience)
  • Programming skills (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Program building automation system controllers
  • Enter and manage database information
  • Set up field controllers, computers, and instrumentation
  • Create intuitive graphical user interfaces
  • Enjoy a dynamic mix of office and field work
  • Optimize energy use and meet sustainability goals

Benefits

  • general: Medical (with member reward points)
  • general: Dental
  • general: Vision
  • general: Basic life insurance
  • general: Benefit Bucks
  • general: Flexible work arrangements
  • general: Paid family leaves
  • general: 401(k) + match
  • general: Well-being and recognition programs
  • general: 12 holidays per year
  • general: 15 days of paid time off per year
  • general: Opportunity to purchase company stock
  • general: Military leave benefits

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System Application Engineer - Building Automation & Controls

Schneider Electric

Engineering Jobs

System Application Engineer - Building Automation & Controls

full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic individual looking to kickstart your career in building automation and controls? Schneider Electric has an outstanding Application Engineer opportunity in Chicago, IL that offers hands-on experience and the chance to make a real impact. Help our clients and communities optimize their energy use, meet sustainability goals, and enhance indoor air quality and tenant experience.

 

What will you do?

  • Program building automation system controllers
  • Enter and manage database information
  • Set up field controllers, computers, and instrumentation
  • Create intuitive graphical user interfaces
  • Enjoy a dynamic mix of office and field work

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

  • Possessing a degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar program
  • Programming skills are essential
  • Understanding of electrical principles
  • Knowledge of control systems/HVAC systems is a plus (but not required)
  • Additional preferred skills to be discussed during the interview, tailored to specific business units

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $70,000 - $75,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive. 

 

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

 

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

 

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.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

 

This role does not support sponsorship and requires work authorization within the United States. 

 

#recentgrad

 

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!

€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

 

 

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.

 

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here
 
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.

 

 

 

 

Locations

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

Salary

70,000 - 75,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • Programming building automation system controllersintermediate
  • Database managementintermediate
  • Setting up field controllers and instrumentationintermediate
  • Creating graphical user interfacesintermediate
  • Understanding electrical principlesintermediate
  • Knowledge of control systems/HVAC systemsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar (experience)
  • Programming skills (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Program building automation system controllers
  • Enter and manage database information
  • Set up field controllers, computers, and instrumentation
  • Create intuitive graphical user interfaces
  • Enjoy a dynamic mix of office and field work
  • Optimize energy use and meet sustainability goals

Benefits

  • general: Medical (with member reward points)
  • general: Dental
  • general: Vision
  • general: Basic life insurance
  • general: Benefit Bucks
  • general: Flexible work arrangements
  • general: Paid family leaves
  • general: 401(k) + match
  • general: Well-being and recognition programs
  • general: 12 holidays per year
  • general: 15 days of paid time off per year
  • general: Opportunity to purchase company stock
  • general: Military leave benefits

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Check Your ATS Score for "System Application Engineer - Building Automation & Controls" , Schneider Electric

Find out how well your resume matches this job's requirements. Get comprehensive analysis including ATS compatibility, keyword matching, skill gaps, and personalized recommendations.

ATS compatibility check
Keyword optimization analysis
Skill matching & gap identification
Format & readability score

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10 Questions
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