Job Description:
Join Schneider Electric and contribute to the qualification of critical systems used in next-generation nuclear facilities.
At Schneider Electric, we design and deliver electrical solutions that support some of the world's most demanding and safety-critical infrastructures. Within One Solution Europe Nuclear Defence, we contribute to major nuclear projects where safety, reliability, traceability, and compliance are fundamental requirements.
We are looking for a Technical Project Leader to drive the qualification of embedded software used in Schneider Electric protection devices intended for nuclear applications.
Your Role
As a Technical Project Leader – Embedded Software Qualification, you will be responsible for coordinating the technical and documentary activities required to demonstrate compliance of embedded software with nuclear standards and customer qualification requirements.
Acting as a key interface between R&D teams, subject matter experts, quality teams, and customers, you will ensure that all evidence supporting product qualification is complete, consistent, and compliant throughout the product lifecycle.
You will play a critical role in securing customer approval for products intended for use in nuclear installations and other highly regulated environments.
Your Responsibilities
Technical Qualification Leadership
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Lead the preparation and consolidation of qualification packages for embedded software used in nuclear applications.
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Coordinate technical contributors involved in producing qualification evidence and supporting documentation.
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Manage project execution, including planning, deliverables, milestones, costs, and contractual commitments.
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Ensure consistency and completeness of technical information provided by multiple stakeholders.
Collaboration with R&D Teams
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Work closely with Schneider Electric R&D teams, including international development centers, to collect and analyze the documentation required for qualification activities.
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Review software development, verification, validation, and lifecycle management practices.
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Identify compliance gaps and coordinate corrective actions when necessary.
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Support R&D organizations in implementing compensatory measures required to achieve qualification objectives.
Compliance Assessment & Nuclear Standards
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Assess compliance against applicable standards and regulations, including RCC-E and IEC 62671.
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Analyze design documentation and build clear compliance justifications for each requirement.
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Review, challenge, and approve Evaluation and Application Reports (REA) before customer submission.
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Ensure traceability, consistency, and quality of all qualification deliverables.
Customer Interaction & Audit Support
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Present qualification documentation and project status to customers.
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Participate in technical reviews and qualification meetings.
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Prepare and support customer documentation audits.
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Contribute to successful qualification reviews and final approval of the products.
(External) English Qualifications:
Your Profile
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Master's degree or Engineering degree in Embedded Software, Computer Science, Electronics, Industrial Systems, or a related field.
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Minimum 8 years of experience in a technical role, ideally within critical or highly regulated industries.
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Experience in sectors such as nuclear, rail, aerospace, defense, automotive, or medical devices is highly valued.
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Strong interest in software qualification, compliance, and functional safety topics.
Your Skills
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Experience with embedded software development in safety-critical environments.
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Good understanding of V-cycle development, verification & validation, requirements traceability, configuration management, and change management.
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Knowledge of embedded software architecture and design.
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Understanding of good practices for embedded C software development.
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Familiarity with software qualification methodologies and compliance processes.
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Ability to review, analyze, and synthesize complex technical documentation.
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Strong project coordination capabilities, balancing quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
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Ability to work with multidisciplinary and international teams.
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Fluent English and French, written and spoken.
We know that skills can show up in many ways and may be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet every single requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply.
Why Join Us?
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Contribute to strategic nuclear projects shaping the future of energy.
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Develop expertise in software qualification and compliance for safety-critical systems.
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Work alongside recognized experts in embedded software, functional safety, and nuclear engineering.
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Engage directly with customers on highly technical and high-impact projects.
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Help build the electrical infrastructure of future nuclear power plants.
Life is On: join us and grow your impact.
Local Benefits (English):
At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this France based position, the expected pay range is EUR 63.200 - EUR 94.800 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives (annual bonus) at target. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located in France. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Individual’s compensation is positioned within the range based on several factors such as knowledge, job-related skills, experience, potential and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: company health, death and disability insurance, paid time off, RTT, teleworking, paid family leaves, parenting and caregivers support.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: beyond your salary we offer employee saving plan with company matching (PEG), retirement plans (PERO, PERECO), employee share ownership plan and profit sharing plan.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage teaming up through project opportunities on the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways to collaborate, celebrating contributions via a recognition program, sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and fostering an inclusive, caring workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference in your community with solidarity leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, initiatives that support youth education.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
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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.
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