What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Counsel position at Siemens Energy?
A Snapshot of Your Day
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support the negotiation and execution of complex commercial transactions, with a focus on large-scale solutions and EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) contracts in the energy sector. This role partners closely with business, sales, and project teams to enable successful project delivery while managing legal and commercial risk.
How You’ll Make An Impact
About The Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Rewards
We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support the negotiation and execution of complex commercial transactions, with a focus on large-scale solutions and EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) contracts in the energy sector. This role partners closely with business, sales, and project teams to enable successful project delivery while managing legal and commercial risk.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Lead and support the negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including EPC, supply, and long-term service contracts.
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to sales, tendering, and project execution teams.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms and conditions with customers, subcontractors, and consortium partners.
- Support dispute avoidance and resolution strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and implement standard templates, playbooks, and best practices.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or at a law firm supporting infrastructure or energy projects.
- Direct experience negotiating EPC, construction, or complex solutions-based contracts.
- Familiarity with the energy sector (e.g., power generation, transmission, renewables) is strongly preferred.
- Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives in a fast-paced environment.
- Willing to travel 15% domestically and internationally.
About The Team
Grid Technologies
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave