Senior Pre-sales Solution Engineer II
About the role
Job Description:
As a Solution Architect, you act as a trusted advisor to our customers, combining deep technical expertise with strategic business insight. You help customers unlock value from their automation landscape by designing future-proof, software-defined solutions and ensuring exceptional execution throughout the system lifecycle.
You bridge business needs with innovative automation architectures, positioning Schneider Electric as a strategic partner in digital transformation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Mission of the Role
Act as a strategic advisor to customers, guiding them in maximizing value from their industrial automation systems.
Lead solution architecture discussions, translating customer challenges into scalable, sustainable control system solutions.
Drive lifecycle management strategies, ensuring long-term optimization, performance, and modernization of automation assets.
Serve as an evangelist for Universal Automation and software-defined solutions, promoting Schneider Electric’s vision.
Identify, shape, and lead new solution opportunities, from concept to deal support.
Contribute to business development, supporting sales activities, customer events, and industry forums.
Build and maintain strong client relationships and industry networks across key sectors.
Promote solutions that help customers optimize energy usage and achieve sustainability targets.
(External) English Qualifications:
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in Foxboro industrial automation, with proven expertise in designing and delivering complex solutions.
Strong experience with Foxboro Control Systems; knowledge of safety systems is required or to be developed.
Solid experience across key industries such as Energy, Chemicals, MMM (Mining, Minerals & Metals), and Consumer Packaged Goods.
Demonstrated ability to combine technical expertise with consulting skills in customer-facing roles.
Proven track record in delivering high-quality client presentations and technical deliverables.
Strong understanding of automation lifecycle management and system modernization strategies.
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