System Test Intern

Schneider Electric; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world experience

Mentorship

Advanced tools exposure

Collaborative culture

Career launchpad

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Singapore invites you to join as a System Test Intern in January 2027. You will work with the System Test Team to test PLC products, develop automated test scripts, and help ensure quality, performance, and reliability before release.

You'll gain hands-on exposure to PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text), Python, TestComplete, and JIRA while collaborating with experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or IT field.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and software development.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and maintain automated test applications and scripts for product usability, reliability, and performance.
• Execute automated testing to improve efficiency, coverage, and quality.
• Analyze results, identify defects and performance issues, and support root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to define effective testing strategies.
• Identify opportunities to enhance test automation frameworks and processes.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in testing.

Skills

PLC programming

Python

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline

Tools

TestComplete

JIRA

Job description

In Schneider Electric, everything we do is geared towards advancing progress and sustainability for all-our colleagues, customers, partners, and the communities and societies we serve.

Whether it's through our products, software, and services that propel the digital transformation of energy management and automation, or through our corporate citizenship and volunteer activities, we make a meaningful impact by empowering people and organizations to become more resilient, electric, and digital.

Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You are part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.

We are now hiring interns for our H1 2027 cohort! Internships will start in January 2027. Students who can commit full-time will be preferred.

Join us as a System Test Intern to make an impact!

Location: Kallang

Kickstart your technical career with a role that offers real responsibility and real learning. As part of the System Test Team, you will contribute to test Schneider Electric's PLC products as a system, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and reliability standards before release. You will support testing activities across a diverse portfolio of products, collaborating with experienced engineers to execute test plans, analyze results, identify issues, and contribute to continuous product improvement.

This role will provide valuable insight into how Schneider Electric verifies and validates competitive products, helping shape future innovations and ensuring our solutions remain at the forefront of industrial automation technologies.

What will you do:

• Develop, program, and maintain automated test applications and scripts to validate product usability, reliability, performance, and interface functionality.
• Execute automated testing activities to improve testing efficiency, coverage, repeatability, and overall product quality.
• Analyze test results, identify defects and performance issues, and support troubleshooting and root cause analysis to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, domain experts, and cross-functional stakeholders to understand product requirements and define effective testing strategies.
• Identify opportunities to enhance test automation frameworks, streamline testing processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, team collaboration, and quality enhancement activities that support the successful delivery of high-quality products and solutions.

What qualifications will make you successful:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and software development, with hands-on experience or academic exposure to PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text), Python, TestComplete, and JIRA.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Self-motivated and proactive learner with the ability to work independently, adapt quickly to new technologies, and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

What's in it for me:

• Real-world engineering experience on projects that make a difference
• Mentorship and guidance from professionals who care about your success
• Exposure to advanced tools, technologies, and industry best practices
• A collaborative culture that values curiosity, questions, and continuous learning
• A launchpad for building a rewarding technical career

Rewards designed for you

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It's more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we're here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.

• Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.

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.

€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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