Pre-sales Solution Architect (High Tech) - Senior Professional

Senior Solution Architect - Industrial Automation Software- Sydney

• Utilise your experience and move up to a truly global organisation
• Market leading brand, passionate team and long-term prospects
• Macquarie Park + hybrid work + rewarding salary package + bonus!

About Us



Schneider's purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider we call this Life Is On. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

In 2025 we were named in Australia's top 101 workplaces for women by WORK180 and we also recognised as the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. With Group Revenue of 38 billion in 2024, we are a truly global organisation that continues to the lead the way in Energy Management and Industrial Automation.

The Opportunity

As a Solution Architect in the Industrial Software team, you'll play a key role in designing intelligent and sustainable solutions to make our customers more efficient. You'll bring deep technical expertise to support our sales teams, partners, and customers-delivering best practices, innovative architectures, and advanced troubleshooting that accelerate success.

Reporting to the Pacific Zone Software Business Leader, you will align technical solutions with our commercial strategy and technology roadmap. Your role will involve influencing decision-makers and providing support to customers throughout the entire project lifecycle-from concept to commissioning. You will be responsible for engaging clients and partners through in-person presentations, demonstrations, and technical workshops

This exciting new career opportunity will see you:

• Provide technical pre-sales support to enhance sales growth and adoption of Schneider Electric and AVEVA Software
• Serve as the technical expert to design and deploy advanced automation systems with Schneider Electric and AVEVA Software.
• Work with customers to determine technical needs and limitations and recommend customized automation solutions (including licensing) using Schneider Electric and AVEVA Software.
• Effectively articulate and demonstrate the competitive advantages of Schneider Electric and AVEVA Software portfolio.
• Develop solution architectures and demos that showcase the innovation, efficiency, and value of Schneider Electric and AVEVA Software

Our ideal candidate will possess:

You're a technically strong and commercially aware automation expert with a proven ability to design solution architectures that meet diverse customer needs. With deep knowledge of both legacy and modern systems, you're confident in integrating new technologies and driving innovation across industrial environments, as well as:

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in automation solution development, business development, direct technical sales or pre-sales tendering.
• Proven ability to design and implement system/solution architectures for industrial applications,
• Deep expertise in PLC programming, SCADA/DCS, industrial networking and beyond SCADA (MES,APM, Simulation)
• Strong knowledge of industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, etc.) and cloud platforms
• Experience with IIoT, IT/OT convergence, and modern development environments (Windows/Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Swarm, virtualization)
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles in industrial environments,
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts
• A background in embedded software engineering or IT-focused software delivery is highly regarded

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

Benefits of Working for Schneider Electric

• Flexibility at Work and Global Family Leave
• Option to participate in our Share Program, with discounts and company contribution for employees
• Potential opportunity to purchased further annual leave
• Discounts at major vendors such as Clipsal, JB-HiFi and Hoyts just to name a few through our employee rewards schemes
• Continuous training on Schneider products
• Exposure to a market leader in sustainability and automation
• Global support at your fingertips
• Working in a well-balanced team and inclusive environment

We're a great place to work but we are continually striving to be the best place to work, join us and see how!

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.

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