Mission
The Technical Standards Manager ensures the organisation’s products and services comply with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality guidelines. The role drives the development and implementation of electrical installation standards, working closely with engineering and cross‑functional teams.
It contributes to shaping standards and technical specifications at International, European, National and company level, helping simplify and harmonise processes and supporting clear agreements between customers and providers.
While closely aligned with regulatory frameworks, the role actively contributes to the development of standards by participating as a member of applicable standards committees, working groups, maintenance teams and joint working groups at International, European and National levels.
Key Responsibilities
* Actively represent the company in standards organisations such as BEAMA, CENELEC and IEC through committee work, conferences and technical forums.
* Serve as an active member of BEAMA Wiring Regulations Technical Committee and national committee JPEL/64 – Electrical Installations of Buildings and relevant sub‑committees.
* Maintain regular alignment with Offer Marketing to reinforce the strategic importance of standards.
* Facilitate knowledge exchange within the Energy Management Influence & Standardization community and provide periodic action‑plan reporting to global teams.
* Analyse industry standards and regulatory requirements (ISO, IEC, UL, CE) to guide the company’s strategic positioning.
* Act as a technical standards thought leader and provide subject‑matter guidance on new offers and challenges from external bodies.
* Develop training materials for CPD, seminars and white papers to equip teams to deliver content to external stakeholders.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure full compliance with relevant electrical installation standards.
* Seek alignment with other global corporate standardisation teams on key topics where possible.
* Represent the company in industry committees and drive the definition of standards priorities aligned with mid‑term business roadmaps.
* Support corporate teams in the international voting process and contribute to the delivery of country‑level standards prescription assets.
Skills and Attributes
* Proven experience in a relevant engineering or technical standards role, ideally within an electrical discipline and supported by practical electrical installation experience.
* Strong understanding of engineering principles, design processes and development methodologies.
* Solid knowledge of applicable industry standards and regulatory frameworks.
* Excellent analytical, influencing, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across stakeholders.
* Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering or standards‑related software tools.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
* Pension scheme
* Employee share ownership programme
* Health and wellbeing support options
* Gym flex and internal mobility opportunities
* Learning portal and discounts on shopping and dining
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.
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