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LER TechForce · 6 days ago

Senior Engineering Manager - Test & Validation

positionNashville, TN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date10+ years exp

LER TechForce is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager for Test and Validation. The role involves leading and growing a team of validation engineers, defining validation strategies, and ensuring quality throughout the product launch process.

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Hiring Manager
Josh Barker, PHR
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Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and grow validation engineers and technicians; set goals, standards, and career paths
Define validation strategy and coverage model – requirements, test cases, results – and own DVP&R quality
Plan and operate labs and assets (benches, HIL, dynos, chambers, prototype, test vehicles); ensure readiness and utilization metrics
Establish methods for repeatable testing, data capture, analysis, and dashboards – enforce traceability
Run issue management and root cause through closure – communicate risk, status, and evidence-based release readiness
Align schedules and gates with Product, Systems, Hardware, Software, Quality, Supply Chain and key vendors and suppliers
Coordinate cross-functional efforts across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, Product, etc. to drive quality product launch
Govern process and documentation – procedures, reports, compliance artifacts – and drive continuous improvement
Manage budgets and capital planning for validation capability growth
Lead project and team planning and defect capture in Jira

Qualification

DVP&RTest designStatistical analysisProduct validationJiraEnvironmental standardsHands-on testingStakeholder communicationRisk managementTeam leadership

Required

B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, Systems Engineering or related field
10+ years in product validation, test, and verification with 3–5+ years leading teams or complex programs
Depth in DVP&R, requirements traceability, test design, and statistical analysis of results
Knowledge of environmental and durability standards (e.g. ISO16750, IEC 60068, SAE J1455, IP Rating, UL, SAE)
Hands-on experience with bench, vehicle, HIL/SIL testing and data acquisition, analysis, and reporting
Proficiency with planning and defect tools – Jira – and audit-ready documentation practices
Strong program leadership: prioritization, risk management, stakeholder communication

Preferred

M.S. in engineering or related field
Knowledge of Internal Combustion Engine fundamentals, systems, tuning & calibration, design, test, and components
Experience with Engine Management Systems and engine/chassis dyno testing
Background in mechanical and embedded system integration

Company

LER TechForce

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LER TechForce is an engineering recruiting firm.
dateFounded in 2001
location
Columbus, Indiana, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.lertechforce.com

H1B Sponsorship

LER TechForce has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (71)
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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Janene Stotts
Managing Partner/CEO
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Recent News

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