Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader

STR Limited
17 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Tech stack

Agile Methodologies
Systems Engineering
Automation of Tests
Firmware
Systems Integration

Requirements

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering<\/strong> (or equivalent experience).<\/p>\r\n

Experience in product validation, verification and qualification<\/strong> in a regulated or high-reliability environment.<\/p>\r\n

Strong technical understanding of electronics, firmware\/software integration<\/strong> and high-voltage or power systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Familiar with certification standards<\/strong> (HV safety, EMI\/EMC, thermal, vibration testing, etc.).<\/p>\r\n

Confident leading and coaching teams - encouraging growth, inclusion, and shared success.<\/p>\r\n

Skilled in communication and cross-functional collaboration.<\/p>\r\n

Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS)<\/strong>, PLM tools (e.g.\n\nWindchill)<\/strong> and Agile working<\/strong> is an advantage.<\/p>\r\n

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It Would Be Great If You Also Have<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Experience in automotive, aerospace, defence, rail or other highly regulated sectors<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Knowledge of systems engineering<\/strong> or test automation<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Understanding of product certification<\/strong> or cybersecurity compliance<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Benefits & conditions

We're looking for a collaborative and technically skilled Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader to guide a small, talented group of engineers and technicians working on innovative, mission-critical power systems.<\/p>\r\n

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This is an opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with people leadership - helping to shape, mentor, and inspire a growing team while driving improvements in validation and qualification processes.\n\nThe role sits within a forward-thinking R&D department where your ideas and leadership will make a visible impact<\/p>\r\n

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What's in It for You<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Competitive salary and benefits, with flexible hybrid working (up to two days from home).<\/p>\r\n

A supportive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and continuous learning.<\/p>\r\n

The chance to lead an important function in the design and validation of cutting-edge power systems.<\/p>\r\n

Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.<\/p>\r\n

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What You'll Do<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Lead, support and develop<\/strong> a multidisciplinary team of around five validation, qualification and test professionals.<\/p>\r\n

Define and deliver<\/strong> the product test and qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with engineering and quality standards.<\/p>\r\n

Plan and manage<\/strong> resources, priorities and project deliverables in collaboration with design and product teams.<\/p>\r\n

Oversee<\/strong> the operation of the R&D test lab, budgets and performance indicators.<\/p>\r\n

Promote <\/strong>strong engineering standards and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, HSE and quality procedures.<\/p>\r\n

Stay hands-on<\/strong> - mentoring the team, reviewing test approaches, and supporting product validation directly when needed.<\/p>\r\n

Drive<\/strong> continuous improvement, technical discussions and innovation across the team.<\/p>\r\n

Provide<\/strong> clear communication and updates to stakeholders, fostering a transparent and collaborative culture.<\/p>\r\n

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