QVE Chapter Leader- GM

Roles & mission

The QVE (Quality Value Engineering) Chapter Leader role at Schneider Electric is a specialized leadership position focused on driving cost optimization, quality improvements, and value engineering initiatives across product lines.

Key Responsibilities:

Value Engineering Leadership


* Lead QVE initiatives to reduce product costs while maintaining or improving quality and performance.


* Collaborate with global and regional teams (e.g., China, France) to ensure alignment and knowledge transfer.


* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the R&D team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.


* Competency development (Technical, leadership & Functional) of team

Cross Functional Coordination


* Work closely with R&D, procurement, manufacturing, and marketing teams to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

Data-Driven Decision Making:


* Use data analytics and benchmarking to identify cost drivers and prioritize engineering changes.

Planning & Execution


* Oversee multiple QVE projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance targets


* Develop project plans using Work Breakdown Structures.


* Manage project schedules and monitor KPI achievements.


* Conduct risk analysis and implement corrective actions.


* Align with all stakeholders (Quality, Indus, GSC..) to ensure smooth execution and meet the project schedules


* Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with suppliers to explore alternative materials, components, or manufacturing processes that can reduce costs

Team Management


* Functionally manage a team of engineers and work closely with other cross-functional teams during localization projects.

Governance & Reporting


* Establish governance mechanisms to track QVE project progress and report savings and performance metrics to senior leadership.


* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product design, testing, and validation processes.

Qualifications:


* Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Engineering


* Experience:



* 10+ years in engineering, manufacturing, or product development


* Proven track record in cost reduction and value engineering projects


* Experience in leading cross-functional teams

Skills:


* Experience in LV domain, Strong understanding of ACB, MCCB, MCB, CTR ( overload relay, contactor, MPCB), Enclosure, Transfer switch, Busways; Deep knowledge on 2 (compulsory) or more is desirable


* Proven track record of successfully launching new product development, QVE (quality value engineering), customizations, localization of products & part and product transfer project.



* Expertise in CAD tools such as PDM, Creo and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T), including tolerance stack-up analysis.



* Strong technical acumen and understanding of low Voltage Switchgear techno...