HVAC Test Section Lead

To lead and develop the HM Bench Test Team, ensuring high-quality, accurate testing of automotive HVAC components to meet customer and internal requirements., * Oversee daily operation of the bench test area.

• Ensure tests are correctly set up, executed, and set down per Standard Operation Sheets.
• Review and interpret customer specifications.
• Plan internal and external test activities, including resource management.
• Manage the functional test plan and contribute to the master schedule.
• Maintain and update the test request database.
• Demonstrate strong testing methodology and data analysis capability.
• Manage test data from internal, regional, or third-party sources.
• Compile, analyse, and present test data within detailed reports.
• Lead procurement or manufacture of test fixtures and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HM QMS & EHS policies.
• Contribute to team training and technical development.
• Collaborate with QA and cross-functional teams across Europe and globally.
• Provide technical leadership to the Test Engineering team.
• Support KPI delivery, resource planning, and staff development.
• Ensure planned maintenance activities are executed.

Do you have experience in Plastics injection molding?, We are now looking for an experienced and motivated HVAC Test Section Leader to join our R&D team and lead the operation of our bench test facility., * Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Languages

• Fluent English (written & verbal).
• Additional languages (French, Spanish, German) are advantageous.

Experience

• Significant experience in a test environment, ideally automotive.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and components.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes: injection moulding, aluminium brazing, pipe bending.

Technical Skills & Personal Attributes

• Strong testing skills: software use, noise analysis, thermal dynamics, instrumentation.
• Excellent communication and technical presentation skills.
• Capable of producing clear, accurate reports.
• Well-organised, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and engineering analysis capability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Able to work flexibly with minimal supervision.
• Available for UK and international travel.
• Able to collaborate effectively with R&D, Development Engineering, and global teams.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about leading technical testing, driving quality, and contributing to world-class automotive innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Highly Marelli is a global leader in advanced thermal and automotive technologies. With innovation at our core, we design and manufacture cutting-edge HVAC solutions for leading OEMs worldwide.