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Validation Manager
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Leads and manages a team of validation engineers to plan, execute and document vehicle-level validation and testing of EV products against program and regulatory requirements. Coordinates test logistics, tracks issues and schedules, and drives resolution with engineering teams.
About this role
Validation and Testing Manager
Join Orange EV, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people, and the bottom line. Make a difference in the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Validation Manager to join our dynamic team in the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry. As a Validation Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of validation engineers to ensure the successful validation and testing of our EV products. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong background in automotive or electrical engineering, along with experience in managing direct reports.
Position Responsibilities
- Validate the overall product against the defined program and regulatory requirements.
- Plan and execute all validation activities, including personnel, testing sites, logistics, and charging.
- Coordinate vehicle shipping, logistics, support spares, off-site work, test support, and vehicle schedule
- Create documentation for testing plans with pass/fail criteria and test reports that includes all the findings and data and correlate them to vehicle requirements.
- Identify and source test equipment and instrumentation for vehicle-level validation.
- Document and track all issues discovered by validation testing activities and lead issue resolution efforts.
- Work with engineering teams to resolve issues found during validation testing.
- Manage and track all vehicle testing schedules and highlight and prioritize critical path tests.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor (MSc or PhD preferred) in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or other related engineering fields
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in validation or testing roles within the automotive, electric vehicle industry, or aerospace industries.
- Strong knowledge of EV systems and components as they relate to high voltage and Battery Management Systems.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in standard validation and testing procedures and all related documentation requirements.
Ideal Candidates Will Also Have
- Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO 26262 and automotive regulations is highly desirable.
- Experience working in a start-up environment.
- Academic Level Testing and Validation Experience
Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment.
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