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SOCOTEC Global

Global TIC testing, inspection, certification

Business Development Manager, Electrical and Photovoltaic

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontpellier, France€38k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold a Bac+2/3 qualification in electricity, such as a BTS, DUT, professional bachelor's degree, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in electrical inspection techniques and regulations.
  • Have knowledge of standards and reference frameworks applicable to electrical installations.
  • Organize and rigorously manage and follow up on interventions.
  • Work autonomously and take initiative.
  • Collaborate effectively with the team.
  • Demonstrate client-facing communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
  • Be results-oriented and focused on customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Perform periodic inspections of photovoltaic electrical installations.
  • Analyze design documentation, including execution plans, calculation notes, and electrical diagrams, against applicable standards.
  • Perform pre-energization checks for projects (CONSUEL).
  • Conduct initial electrical inspections in accordance with the Labour Code and provide technical assistance.
  • Follow projects technically from design through delivery in collaboration with other business managers.
  • Make regular construction-site visits as work progresses, including photovoltaic plants, wind farms, and high-voltage substations.
  • Ensure technical and regulatory risks related to installations are controlled.
  • Prepare cost estimates and commercial proposals tailored to client needs.
  • Conduct technical audits on request.
  • Identify and propose additional assignments to site managers and project managers.
  • Monitor the profitability of projects.
  • Report events that may affect inspection plans or projects' economic performance.
  • Follow internal procedures and health and safety rules.

Desired Qualifications

  • The Q19 lightning-protection qualification is an advantage; internal training may be available.
  • Electrical authorizations A1-A3 are an advantage and may be obtained during onboarding.

About the Company

SOCOTEC Global

Global TIC testing, inspection, certification

SOCOTEC Global provides Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) services for the construction and built environment. Its work spans technical inspection, risk management, safety compliance, and quality assurance across projects and facilities. The company achieves this through field inspections, laboratory testing, and certification processes conducted by experts, with a global network that supports projects from design through operation. Compared with competitors, SOCOTEC differentiates itself through a long history of sector specialization, a proven track record of strategic acquisitions that expanded its geographic reach (France, Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and its scale (revenue over €1.6 billion after recent acquisitions like Ninyo & Moore), and a focus on integrating services to cover the full TIC value chain. Its goal is to be a leading, globally trusted TIC partner for risk management, compliance, and performance improvement in the built environment.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Private
Total funding
$594M
Headquarters
Guyancourt, France
Founded
1953

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