Lead QVE & Value Engineering Engineer

This role is ideal for candidates who have built their careers at the intersection of Engineering and Procurement, combining technical product knowledge with commercial decision-making to drive product competitiveness and profitability.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a highly technical professional with a unique combination of engineering expertise and procurement acumen. The ideal candidate understands both the technical and commercial drivers of product cost and can effectively influence engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and supplier decisions to deliver measurable business impact.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development, Value Engineering, Product Cost Management, or related functions.

• Demonstrated experience leading cost reduction or productivity initiatives involving product redesign, supplier optimization, material substitution, or manufacturing improvements.

• Strong understanding of product design, manufacturing processes, bill of materials (BOMs), and product lifecycle management.

• Experience working directly with suppliers on both technical and commercial topics.

• Ability to evaluate technical trade-offs while considering cost, quality, manufacturability, and supply chain constraints.

• Experience leading cross-functional projects involving Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.

• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

• Advanced English proficiency in a global environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, electronics, industrial automation, energy management, or manufacturing industries.

• english advanced

• Experience with Design-to-Cost, Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE), Product Productivity, or Cost-Out programs.

• Knowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.

• Familiarity with supplier negotiations, costing methodologies, and should-cost analysis.

• Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent certifications are considered a plus.

What's in it for me?

• Lead high-impact projects with visibility across the organization

• Shape the future of procurement through digital innovation and strategic execution

• Work in a collaborative culture that values your expertise and professional growth

• Enjoy autonomy and flexibility to drive meaningful results in a dynamic environment

• Bring your project leadership to a team that's ready to achieve great things together — apply now!

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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.

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