Research Analyst, Data Center

Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation, and they are seeking a Research Analyst to join their Data Center Research Center. This role involves conducting research on industry trends and technologies, supporting strategic initiatives, and collaborating with subject-matter experts to create various research documents and articles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on industry trends, technologies, and customer challenges using interviews, literature review, and web‑based sources
• Support strategic initiatives by gathering insights and documenting findings in a structured, concise format
• Participate in customer or field visits to observe real‑world applications and collect technical insights
• Interview and collaborate with internal subject matter experts across engineering, product management, marketing, and applications teams
• Draft technology briefs and foundational research documents under the guidance of Senior Research Analysts
• Assist in the development of white papers, blogs, and industry articles, including performing background research and preliminary writing
• Proofread, fact‑check, and edit research documents produced by the EMRC team
• Support content preparation for presentations, conferences, and industry events
• Help develop simple conceptual graphics to illustrate research findings and technical concepts
• Participate in continuous improvement activities for EMRC processes, templates, and methodologies

Skills

• Strong analytical and listening skills to accurately understand and interpret technical concepts
• Excellent writing and communication skills, able to explain complex ideas in clear, engaging language
• Curiosity and a learning mindset, with interest in how technology works and how it delivers customer value
• Ability to simplify technical or scientific concepts into accessible narratives and visuals
• Effective organization and time-management, able to handle multiple research threads simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset, comfortable working with experts across functions and geographies
• Openness to feedback and willingness to revise work based on team input
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving skills to explore unfamiliar topics independently
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar)
• Knowledge of commercial buildings, data centers, power systems, HVAC, cooling, or IT infrastructure is an asset (not mandatory)
• Prior experience in technical writing, research, analysis, or interviewing is beneficial, but training will be provided

Benefits

• Medical (with member reward points)
• Dental
• Vision
• 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)
• Military leave benefits

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