Job Description:

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At Schneider Electric, we are the leading digital partner in sustainability and efficiency for businesses, communities, and individuals. Our goal is for all people to be able to make the most of our energy and resources through the integration of processes, software, Big Data, and energy technologies that enable integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities. We are present in over 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of over 135,000 people. If you are seeking an opportunity to propel your career and challenge your creativity, we want to meet you!

System & Protection Test Engineer

System & Protection Test Engineer
Location: Hybrid / On-site (Sevilla)

About the Role
We are looking for a System & Protection Test Engineer to join our engineering team and ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our industrial automation and power distribution products.
The ideal candidate has a strong electrical engineering background, particularly in protection functions and power system applications, combined with hands-on experience testing hardware, software, communication protocols, and complete system solutions. This role requires a practical and analytical engineer capable of independently executing test campaigns, diagnosing issues, and ensuring products meet customer and industry expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Execute testing activities for hardware, software, and complete system solutions throughout the product lifecycle.
Perform detailed testing of electrical protection functions, including:
Overcurrent protection
Short-circuit protection
Earth fault protection
Directional protection
Protection coordination and selectivity
Configure, execute, and document functional, integration, regression, and system-level tests.
Verify communication protocols and interoperability with external devices, RTUs, SCADA systems, and customer infrastructures.
Configure products according to customer use cases and validate system behavior under realistic operating conditions.
Analyze failures, investigate root causes, and support engineering teams in identifying corrective actions.
Develop and improve manual and automated test setups to increase test coverage and efficiency.
Operate laboratory equipment safely and effectively while following established safety procedures and best practices.
Generate comprehensive test reports and communicate findings to development, product, and quality teams.
Support product releases by ensuring delivered solutions meet quality, performance, and reliability requirements.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong knowledge of electrical protection principles and protection functions is essential.
Experience testing, configuring, commissioning, or supporting protection devices and electrical automation systems.
Solid understanding of power distribution systems and electrical protection applications.
Experience testing both hardware and software components in industrial environments.
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as:
IEC 61850
Modbus
DNP3
IEC 60870-5-104
Experience configuring and troubleshooting communication networks and connected devices.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to investigate complex technical issues and identify root causes independently.
Attention to detail and a strong quality-oriented mindset.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Professional proficiency in English.
Nice to Have
Experience with RTUs, SCADA systems, substation automation, or grid automation products.
Experience with protection relays and electrical distribution equipment.
Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, or utility-related standards.
Experience with automated testing and scripting tools such as Python or Robot Framework.
Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity concepts.
Experience supporting product certification or compliance testing activities.
Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, power analyzers, and signal generators.




C1 level (or higher) in English.

What will you get?

We adapt to you!:

With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.

We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.

Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.

Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.

‍ ️ Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).

We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.

We take care of you!:

With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy virtual medical care and 24/7 psychological support, as well as access to nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!

‍ ️ From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with AJ by Gympass so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.

Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.

We empower you!:

With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.

We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.

We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.

You will have life insurance for your protection.

We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.

As part of our #SEGreatPeople, you will have access to an online store of Schneider Electric products with exclusive prices and super discounts.

With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.

Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.

Why Schneider Electric?

As a proudly people focused company, you will find a dynamic and personal environment, and attractive development opportunities. Our versátil work models ensure a balance between family and work life, fostering personal growth, performance, and cooperation. We continuously create an inclusive, respectful, and cooperative environment because together, we dare to innovate and bring our bold ideas to life.

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

Disclaimer

We are always searching for exceptional people, passionate about customers, who break molds and think disruptively. If you are motivated by constant learning, we definitely want to meet you! Best of all? In our inclusive environment, we firmly believe that diversity is a source of strength and creativity. Here, authenticity is a superpower! We are committed to creating a workplace where every voice is heard.

(External) English Qualifications:

Bring your testing expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you — apply today!

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.

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: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, support for chronic conditions, and confidential counseling for life’s challenges.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs: your base salary, short-term incentives or sales incentives, opportunities to own company shares, and retirement savings plans for your future.

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 volunteer leave, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation, and initiatives that support youth education.

(External) English Company Boiler Plate:

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.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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