Software engineer Jobs in Lowell, MA

About our Company

Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. With revenues of ~€40 billion in FY2025, our 150,000+ employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives.

At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Software Test Engineer to lead Verification / Validation within a development team. This role drives the quality and reliability by leading manual and automated test. The candidate will be responsible for driving test strategy, execution, acceptance, and communication. The role will need to evaluate accuracy of software representing physical Electrical Networks (Single Line Diagrams) and Digital Twin representations. The candidate will be tasked to lead testing strategies, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety. There will also be responsibility for test automation.

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $110,000 - $125,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

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 Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for edge software applications related to Electrical Network and Power design.
• Execute manual and design automated tests to identify software defects and ensure software quality.
• Collaborate with software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and design effective testing strategies.
• Perform regression testing to ensure existing functionality is not compromised by new changes.
• Analysis of test results, identify root causes of defects, and work with development teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain and update test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on software quality and testability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest testing tools, methodologies, and industry trends to continuously improve testing processes.
• Give feedback on business and technical requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Power Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on edge computing or related technologies.
• 1-2 Years in Power Application engineering or deployment
• Familiar with IT networking, IT Server Setup, Cybersecurity
• Familiar with communications protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Test Complete, Selenium)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
• Familiarity with Agile / Scrum development methodologies.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is leading the Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation in Homes, Buildings, Data Centers, Infrastructure and Industries.

With global presence in over 100 countries, Schneider is the undisputable leader in Power Management - Medium Voltage, Low Voltage and Secure Power, and in Automation Systems. We provide integrated efficiency solutions, combining energy, automation and software.

In our global Ecosystem, we collaborate with the largest Partner, Integrator and Developer Community on our Open Platform to deliver real-time control and operational efficiency.

We believe that great people and partners make Schneider a great company and that our commitment to Innovation, Diversity and Sustainability ensures that Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment. www.schneider-electric.com

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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.