Technical Lead - Power & Grid/Industry

Are you looking to join a global market-leading company that is shaping the future of Energy Management and Automation? 

Schneider Electric is at the forefront of driving innovative and sustainable technologies across homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure, and industries. We believe in the power of great people and are committed to driving innovation, diversity, and sustainability. Globally we are more than 150,000 employees in 100+ countries. 

We are growing fast in the Nordic countries and are now looking for a Technical Lead to join our Nordic Digital Power Application Center.

As a Technical Lead, you will be responsible for leading the technical aspects of customer integrated projects, ensuring compliance with technical requirements from initial customer meetings to the tendering process and into the execution phase. You will also play a crucial role in risk management, change management, and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle. You will be part of the customer project execution team within our Application Center, working in collaboration with our technical teams, tender managers, and sales teams that are spread across multiple sites and countries.  

What you'll be doing:

• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to create the right technical solution offers for customers
• Drive technical scope and philosophy toward sales, clients, and sub-suppliers
• Create, review, and approve technical specifications and documentation regarding Scada and control systems for power distribution
• Advise and support Project Managers and Automation Engineers with technical solutions, troubleshooting, and programming
• Join the execution team during project delivery to ensure technical quality excellence and customer requirements are met
• Ensure new technologies are continuously added to the team and take part in that development

What will help you succeed in this role

• Having an Electrical, Computer or Automation Engineering degree or other relevant engineering education
• Solid understanding of medium and low voltage switchgear solutions, common monitoring and control systems functionality and user requirements
• Solid experience in common power distribution communication protocols, industrial Ethernet and communication protocols such as Modbus, Modbus TCP, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104 or DNP3
• Basic understanding about the use of IED´s, LV CB protection devices, arc guard, residual current monitoring, interlocking functions and reading electrical design
• Knowledge and previous use of Schneider Electric equipment like Modicon, Harmony, EcoStruxure software, Easergy, EasyLogic, PowerLogic is desirable
• Knowledge of Ethernet networks in terms of hardware and software solutions, cybersecurity, and high availability OT system solutions
• Experience with power distribution automation, loadshedding, Automatic Transfer Switching and tap-changer automation
• Experienced in programming and commissioning of SCADA and HMI solutions
• Passionate about tailoring solutions to meet customer requirements, enjoy presenting and is happy to support and teach others
• You are technically curious, solution-oriented, and motivated by learning and development
• Effective communication skills in English and Danish are required

What do we offer:

At Schneider Electric, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every employee is empowered to thrive. As part of our team, you can expect:

• Great colleagues, a modern working environment

• Competitive employee benefits

• Flexible working arrangement with opportunity to work from home (depending on role)

• Opportunities to widen your expertise and international professional network

• Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth

Did we get you inspired? 

Apply now to embark on an exciting career journey with us! 

Submit your application today as we will fill the position as soon as a suitable candidate is found. #LI-Hybrid 

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

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