Lead Systems Test Engineer

Schneider Electric; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Lead Systems Test Engineer for a hybrid role in Morristown, NJ. You will lead verification efforts, ensure product quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, supporting a culture of inclusion and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leave

401(k) match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software/hardware testing, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• 3+ years of experience in test automation using Python or similar tools.
• Strong experience in test planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Drive verification and validation efforts within the R&D department.
• Lead test strategy, planning, execution, and automation efforts.
• Mentor test engineers and promote best practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Robot Framework

Selenium WebDriver

Job description

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For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $99,000 - $147,500 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

Schneider Electric has a meaningful opportunity for a Lead Systems Test Engineer in a hybrid role (2 days per week on-site) in Raleigh, NC or Florham Park, NJ. You will work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the “Great Places to Work”, by Forbes as “America’s Best Employers for Diversity”, and by Equileap as the “World’s Top 10 in Gender Equality” and by TIME as the “ Most Sustainable Company in the World ”. Collaborate within a supportive and open environment, where you'll create cutting-edge technology and explore a variety of new tools across diverse projects. You’ll gain valuable experience that prepares you for your next career steps in a highly engaging and cross-functional setting!

Position Summary

· You will drive verification and validation efforts within our R&D department

· You will ensure the quality and reliability of power products by leading test strategy, planning, execution, and automation efforts

· You will collaborate closely with development teams, product leadership, and other stakeholders to establish best practices, enhance testing efficiency, and improve overall product performance

· Define and implement test strategies, plans, and frameworks for power system products

· Review requirements and specifications to align test coverage with product goals

· Plan and execute system, integration, and feature-level testing

· Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and infrastructure

· Use test management and defect tracking tools for execution and documentation

· Collaborate with engineering teams to reproduce and resolve customer issues

· Lead release decisions based on test results and system stability

· Mentor test engineers and promote best practices and innovation

· Work cross-functionally to prioritize testing needs and improve reliability

· Report test progress, coverage, and quality metrics to stakeholders

We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

· At least 5+ years of experience in software/hardware testing, with at least 2+ years of experience in a leadership role

· At least 3+ years of experience in test automation using Python or tools like Robot Framework, Pytest, or Selenium WebDriver

· Strong experience in test planning, scheduling, and task estimation for system releases

· Proven ability to lead go/no-go decisions for releases based on test results and system performance

· Expertise in troubleshooting and root cause analysis to quickly identify system issues

· In-depth knowledge of testing methodologies including Regression, Functional, Performance, Black Box, White Box, and Integration testing

· Ability to manage traceability between test plans, test cases, automation sequences, and requirements using test management tools

· Experience in international and/or multi-site project development

Skills & Abilities

· Strong problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills with a focus on driving quality improvements

Preferences

· Hands-on experience with test automation for hardware-software integrated systems

· Understanding of communication protocols such as Modbus, CAN, and IEC 61850

· Experience in regulatory compliance testing for power industry standards

· Familiarity with Jira, Jama, and Confluence for test management and defect tracking

· Experience with GitHub and Jenkins for CI/CD automation

· Knowledge of power systems, embedded systems, or industrial automation

· Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k)+ match, and more

Who will you report to?

· Chapter Leader Engineering Testing

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

Schedule: Full-time

Req: 2025-88923

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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€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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