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Technical Leader - Medium Voltage

On-site in Community of Madrid·Added 2 months ago (last checked 21 Oct)

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Community of Madrid
Experience
5+ years
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

What you'll do

  • The person will be responsible for acting as a technical reference for the sales and tendering team, providing specialized support throughout the entire sales cycle. They will participate in defining the technical strategy for the most relevant opportunities, ensuring that the proposed solutions are solid, competitive, and aligned with customer needs.
  • They will technically lead the development of complex modernization (retrofit), digitalization, energy efficiency, and advanced service opportunities, actively participating in technical meetings, workshops, and customer visits to understand requirements and define the best possible technical solution.
  • They will be responsible for validating the technical feasibility of the offered solutions, identifying risks, dependencies, and possible deviations before the presentation of commercial proposals, guaranteeing compliance with Schneider Electric's quality and profitability standards.
  • They will develop, when necessary, part of the conceptual and detailed engineering associated with complex projects, collaborating with execution, engineering, and product specialist teams to define technical architectures, scopes, and optimal solutions.
  • They will act as the primary technical interlocutor with Schneider Electric factories and centers of competence, coordinating the definition of solutions, resolving technical doubts, and ensuring a correct interpretation of customer requirements and the requested scope.
  • They will be responsible for reviewing and technically validating the offers received from the factory, verifying that the proposed solution corresponds to the initially defined scope and avoiding technical, economic, or functional deviations that could impact customer satisfaction or project profitability.
  • They will lead the technical defense of proposals to the customer, participating in presentations, clarification meetings, and technical negotiation processes, providing credibility and positioning Schneider Electric as a benchmark technology partner.
  • They will collaborate closely with execution teams during the initial phases of projects, ensuring an adequate transition from the commercial phase to implementation and guaranteeing the correct transfer of technical knowledge.
  • They will actively participate in the standardization and continuous improvement of solutions, methodologies, and engineering processes, contributing to the development of best practices and increasing the competitiveness of offers.
  • They will act as a mentor and technical reference for the rest of the organization, sharing knowledge and contributing to the development of the technical capabilities of the sales, tendering, and execution teams.

description

⚡Do you dare to lead the digital transformation to create a more sustainable world? 🌳

At Schneider Electric, we are the leading technology 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 benchmark energy technologies that allow for the integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities.

We are present in more than 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of more than 135,000 professionals. If you are looking for an opportunity to boost your career, lead high-impact technical solutions, and work on complex and innovative projects, we want to meet you!

The position is part of the Service Sales team in the Madrid area, acting as a technical reference for the most strategic and complex business opportunities. Their main mission will be to guarantee the technical excellence of the offered solutions, providing specialized support to the sales, tendering, and execution teams, and ensuring technical alignment between customer needs, Schneider Electric's capabilities, and the proposals developed by the factory.

The role combines deep technical knowledge of electrical infrastructures, protection, automation, digitalization, and advanced services, with a high capacity for cross-functional coordination, customer interaction, and technical leadership of critical projects.

Job requirements

Education: Technical training, preferably in Electrical, Industrial, or equivalent Engineering, which facilitates the understanding of Power Services solutions and interaction with technical customer profiles. They must provide relevant experience (minimum 5-8 years).

Complementary training in electrical protection, automation, control systems, industrial digitalization, or project management will be valued.

Skills and competencies

  • Technical leadership: ability to define, validate, and defend complex technical solutions with autonomy and expert judgment.
  • Mastery of Power Services: deep knowledge of electrical infrastructures, protection, asset modernization, automation, and digital services.
  • Engineering capability: ability to develop and review technical architectures, engineering documentation, and complex proposals.
  • Customer orientation: ability to understand operational needs and transform them into high value-added technical solutions.
  • Technical risk management: ability to identify potential deviations and guarantee the robustness of solutions before their implementation.
  • Interlocution with factory and centers of competence: experience coordinating international technical teams and aligning global capabilities with local needs.
  • Communication and influence: ability to transmit complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and business profiles.
  • Cross-functional work and collaboration: ability to effectively coordinate sales, tendering, engineering, execution, and product specialist teams.
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving: structured approach to analyzing complex situations and proposing efficient and sustainable solutions.
  • Continuous learning and innovation: technological curiosity and ability to stay up to date on new solutions, regulations, and trends in the energy sector.

Hiring process

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About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and industrial automation, providing integrated solutions for data centers, buildings, and industrial facilities. With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainability, the company develops technologies that optimize energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. Schneider Electric operates in over 100 countries and employs more than 150,000 people worldwide, making it a major player in the energy technology sector.

In Spain, Schneider Electric has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a hub for engineering, sales, and services across the Iberian region. The company is known for its inclusive work culture, commitment to diversity, and emphasis on innovation, offering international professionals opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in areas like data centers, digital grids, and cybersecurity. With a strong focus on sustainability and digitalization, Schneider Electric provides a dynamic environment for career growth and cross-border collaboration.

Industry
Energy Technology
Founded
1836
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Rueil-Malmaison, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
se.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Schneider Electric has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a wide range of roles in engineering, data, and sales.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and digitalization, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in energy management and automation.
  • International professionals can benefit from Schneider Electric's global network and diverse, inclusive work culture.
  • The company offers competitive benefits and supports professional development through continuous learning and career growth programs.

In their own words

Additional information

As a proudly people-oriented company, you will find a dynamic and personal environment and attractive development opportunities. Our flexible working models guarantee work-life balance, fostering personal growth, performance, and cooperation. We continuously create an inclusive, respectful, and cooperative environment as together we dare to innovate and make our bold ideas a reality.

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent deserving equal opportunities. This means you matter. Everyone needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you." It's more than salary and benefits: it's a meaningful investment in you. It's designed so you can perform, grow, feel secure, and reach your potential to make an impact.

Schneider Electric is there when you need it most

Our Total Rewards package covers all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Take care of yourself and your family. We make sure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and caregiving leave, flexible work options, support for chronic conditions, and confidential counseling for life's challenges.

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

Develop your skills and your career. We are committed to helping you grow through ongoing performance and

Collaborate in the workplace. We foster teamwork through project opportunities in the Schneider Career Hub, smart ways of collaborating, celebrating contributions through a recognition program, sharing your voice in our engagement survey, and promoting an inclusive and close-knit work environment.

Support your community. We make a difference in your community with volunteer licenses, programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation and initiatives that support youth education.

When considering joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a culture of excellence that drives business success. We believe our IMPACT values—Inclusion, Mastery

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We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitalization. We believe everyone has the potential to be an IMPACT Maker, and we celebrate them every day.

Become an IMPACT Maker at Schneider Electric - apply today!

Worldwide revenue of 40 million euros
+9% organic growth
150,000 employees in more than 100 countries

To be considered as a candidate for our positions, you must submit your application online. This position

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, offering equal opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring that all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to bring their best selves to work. We reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate and embrace "difference" as one of our core values. We believe that our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals, and we are committed to championing inclusion in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we maintain the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a fundamental value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality, and cybersecurity, supporting all aspects of our business and our commitment to act with respect and good faith toward all our stakeholders. You can learn more about our Trust Charter here.__S

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