Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader
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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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