System Test Lead

Serve as the System Test Lead for hybrid and electric vehicle programs, focusing on testing and validation of key components such as inverters, motors, e-transmissions, and other BEV systems using HIL and/or eDyne. Collaborate within diverse, cross-functional product development and testing teams across multiple locations to ensure high-quality system integration and performance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage Verification & Validation (V&V) activities for the project.
• Develop comprehensive test plans for each release and for production phases.
• Plan and coordinate the creation and execution of system, software, and hardware tests.
• Maintain overall V&V status for the project and present updates to all stakeholders.
• Participate in customer meetings and handle internal and external escalations.
• Own the reporting of V&V status to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare release test summaries and execute release testing for the project.
• Ensure readiness for audits related to testing processes within the project.
• Follow the established defect analysis and tracking procedures.
• Report software and hardware failures to the development team and ensure they are tracked to closure.
• Manage the overall budget for test equipment related to the project.

What we’re looking for

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams.
• 8+ years of experience as a Systems/Software Test Engineer.
• Experienced in planning activities for both individual tasks and team-level responsibilities.
• Skilled in presenting to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and interpret functional and design requirements to develop test cases for system, integration, and functional testing in accordance with ASPICE processes.
• Capable of creating HIL/eDyne test plans and test cases based on functional and design requirements.
• Preferred tools knowledge includes: CANoe, CANape, TraceTronic ECU-Test, NI LabVIEW, NI VeriStand, TestStand, Diagra, ETAS INCA, ControlDesk NG, and Plastic SCM/Bitbucket.
• Proficient in C and Python, with a basic understanding of MATLAB Simulink/Simscape models.
• Familiar with test methods and test management tools such as Polarion, DOORS, and JIRA.
• Knowledge of automotive standards including ASPICE, ISO 26262 (Functional Safety), and Cybersecurity standards is preferred.
• Domain expertise in electric drives, transmission systems, battery management systems, and/or vehicle dynamics is a strong asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and high intercultural competence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the EU or internationally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with global teams in an agile environment. Fluency in English is required.