Workforce Planning Development Jobs in Rutherfordton, NC

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Take your first step into an exciting field service career with Siemens, a global leader in power protection and automation.
We are seeking qualified candidates for our Power Protection & Automation Field Technician Development Program (PPA FTDP) beginning January 19th, 2027.
Program Overview:
The PPA FTDP is a full-time, one-year development program for recent associate degree graduates interested in supporting the testing and commissioning of power protection and automation systems. Positions may be based in multiple regions across the United States.
As part of the Siemens Smart Infrastructure Electrification & Automation team, you will participate in a structured program combining technical training, hands-on factory experience, mentorship, and field service rotations.
The program includes:

• Phase 1: Approximately 10-12 weeks of initial training in Wendell, North Carolina, covering power system fundamentals, electrical and field safety, technical drawings, wiring, factory assembly, quality testing, and hands-on equipment experience.

• Phases 2-4: Three field service rotations of approximately 8-10 weeks each, supporting customer projects across the United States.

• Additional technical training in Wendell between rotations, focused on protection relays, automation systems, communication networks, testing equipment, and commissioning practices.

Throughout the program, you will work alongside experienced Siemens technicians and engineers supporting utilities, data centers, manufacturing facilities, renewable energy projects, and other critical power infrastructure.
You'll make an impact by:

• Supporting factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

• Performing switchgear functional testing, relay injection testing, and protection system verification.

• Reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Gaining hands-on experience with SIPROTEC relays, DIGSI 5, Omicron test equipment, SICAM A8000, IEC 61850, industrial networks, and fiber-optic systems.

• Documenting test results and communicating technical issues to engineering and project teams.

• Following Siemens and customer safety, quality, and site requirements.

You'll win us over by having the following qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Power Systems Technology, Electronics, Electromechanical Technology, or a related technical field.

• Passion for innovation, hands-on technical work, and problem-solving.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 40 weeks per year, including Monday-Friday travel to customer sites across the United States and occasional Sunday travel.

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or nonstandard schedules based on project needs.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis.

You can expect to:

• Be part of a high-impact development program focused on field service and power protection and automation.

• Be eligible for overtime in accordance with business needs and applicable policies.

• Receive a meal per diem during eligible business travel, in accordance with Siemens travel policies.

• Benefit from a structured PTO schedule aligned with the program, including 15 planned PTO days and three floating holidays.

• Develop technical skills in protection and automation systems, relay testing, digital substation technologies, communication protocols, and commissioning.

• Utilize company vehicle for customer travel, upon meeting company policy requirements.

As part of the application, you will be asked to confirm your enrollment status. If your application includes uploaded documents (resume, transcript, or other materials), you may redact any information identifying your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Redacting this information will not affect your candidacy.
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The pay range for this position is 70,000 - 70,000 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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