Design for safety and Reliability (DfSR) Practitioner

At Schneider Electric™, we believe that great people make a great company.

With over 150,000 employees across 100+ countries, we create connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives.

From simple switches to complex systems, our solutions empower customers to manage and automate their operations efficiently and sustainably.

Join us in our mission to ensure that Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Design Reliability & Safety Engineer to join our global team of DfSR (Design for Safety and Reliability) experts.

This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in reliability engineering, passionate about embedding safety, robustness, and reliability into product design across multiple squads and business units.

Key Responsibilities

As a DfSR Practitioner, you will:


* Lead the deployment of Design for Reliability and Robustness (DfSR) processes, tools, and software across multiple product squads.


* Champion the integration of safety and reliability principles into design practices, fostering a culture of excellence.


* Assess critical design elements and develop risk assessment plans focused on safety, robustness, and reliability.


* Coach and guide teams in executing DfSR plans and reporting outcomes to ensure compliance with the highest standards.


* Train and mentor design engineers in DfSR methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and capability building.

Qualifications & Skills


* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Advanced degrees in Reliability Engineering are a plus.


* Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering or quality roles, with a strong focus on Design for Reliability (DfSS, DfSR), power systems, electronics, or electromechanical systems.


* Proficiency in ReliaSoft tools and experience in Agile product development environments.


* Strong customer orientation and application knowledge.


* Excellent intercultural communication and collaboration skills.


* Ability to mobilize cross-functional teams and lead initiatives.


* Preferred certifications:



* DFSS Black Belt


* Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)

Experience with P-diagram-driven DFMEA development is highly desirable.

Coaching and project management experience is a strong advantage.

Core Skills & Competencies:


* Lean & Six Sigma Expertise: Deep practical application (e.g., VSM, Kaizen, Black Belt).


* Process Standardization: Ability to design, document, and implement SOPs.


* Digital Transformation: Strong grasp of Industry 4.0 (IoT, AI/ML, MES, ERP, automation).


* Data-Driven Decision Making: Expert in KPIs, data analysis, and visualization.


* Cost Management: Skilled in cost analysis and building business cases.


* Influencing & Stakeholder Management: Excellent at gaining buy-in across all le...