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Senior Principal Project Test Leader

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Senior Principal Project Test Leader

full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

Job Description

For this U.S. based position, the expected base salary is $132,912 – $161,000 per year. Additional short-term incentive compensation is a typical part of our compensation structure and would be in addition to the above-stated range.

 

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job- related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a  comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward  points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)  flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including  service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the  first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility  depends on start date), and military leave benefits.  

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The position will remain posted for approximately 60 days.

 

Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. seeks a Senior Principal Project Test Lead in Lake Forest, CA.

 

Job Description: Drive the Verification and Validation (V&V) part of projects as an active Agile team member from their initial planning to formal product release. Plan, lead, manage, and execute V&V activities for complex development projects that include both hardware, embedded software, and application software development. Debug software products using systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards for company products. Develop, modify, and execute software test plans according to IEEE 829/IEC 29119/ IEEE1012. Analyze and write test standards and procedures. Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action. Consult with R&D and Development Engineers in resolution of problems. Provide feedback in preparation of technical appraisals of IEC 1131-programming languages, systems, and computation software.

 

Requirements: Position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 8 years of progressive, post-bachelor’s experience in hardware, embedded software, and application software testing, or related occupation, which must include at least some experience in the following skills: Verification and Validation of embedded systems and PC applications; Verification and validation of system level complex design (IEEE1012); Managing security life cycle (IEC62443); Verification and Validation using PLC internal system level programing with IEC 1131 languages; Working with Certification agencies (TUV, CE, CSA, FM); Developing, modifying, and executing software test plans and procedures according to IEEE 829; Analyzing and writing test procedures and maintaining documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software; Analyzing test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action; and Leading and consulting with R&D and Development Engineers to resolve problems. Position also requires certification in IEC 61508 HW/SW design.

 

EOE.

 

To Apply: Visit http://careers.se.com and search Req#101338

 

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!

€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.

 

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.

 

 

 

 

Locations

  • Lake Forest, California, United States

Salary

132,912 - 161,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • Verification and Validation (V&V) of embedded systemsintermediate
  • IEEE 829/IEC 29119/IEEE1012 test standardsintermediate
  • IEC 61508 HW/SW design certificationintermediate
  • IEC 1131 programming languagesintermediate
  • IEC62443 security life cycleintermediate
  • Working with certification agencies (TUV, CE, CSA, FM)intermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (experience)
  • 8 years of progressive post-bachelor’s experience in hardware, embedded software, and application software testing (experience)
  • Certification in IEC 61508 HW/SW design (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Drive V&V activities for complex development projects
  • Develop, modify, and execute software test plans
  • Debug software products and maintain quality standards
  • Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions
  • Consult with R&D and Development Engineers
  • Provide feedback on technical appraisals

Benefits

  • general: Medical (with member reward points)
  • general: Dental
  • general: Vision
  • general: Basic life insurance
  • general: Benefit Bucks
  • general: Flexible work arrangements
  • general: Paid family leaves
  • general: 401(k) + match
  • general: Well-being and recognition programs
  • general: 12 holidays per year
  • general: 15 days paid time off per year
  • general: Opportunity to purchase company stock
  • general: Military leave benefits

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Senior Principal Project Test Leader

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Senior Principal Project Test Leader

full-timePosted: Jan 14, 2026

Job Description

For this U.S. based position, the expected base salary is $132,912 – $161,000 per year. Additional short-term incentive compensation is a typical part of our compensation structure and would be in addition to the above-stated range.

 

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job- related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a  comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward  points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits)  flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including  service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the  first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility  depends on start date), and military leave benefits.  

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The position will remain posted for approximately 60 days.

 

Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc. seeks a Senior Principal Project Test Lead in Lake Forest, CA.

 

Job Description: Drive the Verification and Validation (V&V) part of projects as an active Agile team member from their initial planning to formal product release. Plan, lead, manage, and execute V&V activities for complex development projects that include both hardware, embedded software, and application software development. Debug software products using systematic tests to develop, apply, and maintain quality standards for company products. Develop, modify, and execute software test plans according to IEEE 829/IEC 29119/ IEEE1012. Analyze and write test standards and procedures. Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action. Consult with R&D and Development Engineers in resolution of problems. Provide feedback in preparation of technical appraisals of IEC 1131-programming languages, systems, and computation software.

 

Requirements: Position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 8 years of progressive, post-bachelor’s experience in hardware, embedded software, and application software testing, or related occupation, which must include at least some experience in the following skills: Verification and Validation of embedded systems and PC applications; Verification and validation of system level complex design (IEEE1012); Managing security life cycle (IEC62443); Verification and Validation using PLC internal system level programing with IEC 1131 languages; Working with Certification agencies (TUV, CE, CSA, FM); Developing, modifying, and executing software test plans and procedures according to IEEE 829; Analyzing and writing test procedures and maintaining documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software; Analyzing test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action; and Leading and consulting with R&D and Development Engineers to resolve problems. Position also requires certification in IEC 61508 HW/SW design.

 

EOE.

 

To Apply: Visit http://careers.se.com and search Req#101338

 

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!

€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.

 

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.

 

 

 

 

Locations

  • Lake Forest, California, United States

Salary

132,912 - 161,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • Verification and Validation (V&V) of embedded systemsintermediate
  • IEEE 829/IEC 29119/IEEE1012 test standardsintermediate
  • IEC 61508 HW/SW design certificationintermediate
  • IEC 1131 programming languagesintermediate
  • IEC62443 security life cycleintermediate
  • Working with certification agencies (TUV, CE, CSA, FM)intermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (experience)
  • 8 years of progressive post-bachelor’s experience in hardware, embedded software, and application software testing (experience)
  • Certification in IEC 61508 HW/SW design (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Drive V&V activities for complex development projects
  • Develop, modify, and execute software test plans
  • Debug software products and maintain quality standards
  • Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions
  • Consult with R&D and Development Engineers
  • Provide feedback on technical appraisals

Benefits

  • general: Medical (with member reward points)
  • general: Dental
  • general: Vision
  • general: Basic life insurance
  • general: Benefit Bucks
  • general: Flexible work arrangements
  • general: Paid family leaves
  • general: 401(k) + match
  • general: Well-being and recognition programs
  • general: 12 holidays per year
  • general: 15 days paid time off per year
  • general: Opportunity to purchase company stock
  • general: Military leave benefits

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