Provide testing support to the program through overseeing activities, identifying and reporting the issues, and validation of corrective actions to ensure
Develop & Oversee: Spearhead the creation and maintenance of the complete vehicle Devsign Verification Plan (DVP), focusing on thorough homologation processes
Foster Collaboration: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to define and align on test protocols, ensuring every voice is heard and every detail is considered
Lead Prototype Development: Direct the build of test vehicle prototypes, navigating through challenges and fostering partnerships with suppliers to resolve issues
Guide Testing Efforts: Command the execution of attribute tests, establishing close collaborations with suppliers & attribute leads to ensure top-notch quality & performance
Steer Effective Meetings: Chair essential discussions around status updates, issue resolution, and test planning, making sure every team is aligned and every attribute meets the goal
Communicate with Leadership: Provide insightful updates and reports directly to the Program Chief Engineer, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment
Organize Showcase Events: Plan and execute drive events for senior management, highlighting the innovation and progress of our electric vehicles
Job Requirements:
Experience on Vehicle performance testing such as Passive/Active safety, Drivability, Vehicle Dynamics, Durability, NVH, Thermal, Environment with ICE and/or Electric vehicles, electrical systems and functional sub-systems (Experience on Design engineering would be prefereble)
Experience reviewing testing strategies and methodologies; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, products, and internal controls; and identifying issues resulting from internal and/or external compliance examinations
Minimum 15 years of working within Automotive industry including +5 years of managerial experience
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to negotiate, influence, and collaborate to build successful relationship
Competency to exercise independent judgment to identify and resolve problems, summarize and recommend new solutions
Proficient knowledge of automotive industry standards and best practices around testing & validation and risk management processes.
Demonstrated success influencing business units to identify, formulate and implement processes/procedures to mitigate risk
Demonstrated negotiation skills, especially with difficult topics which includes the willingness and ability to question decisions, understand direction and escalate issues where necessary
Skillfulness to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a global dynamic and complex environment
