Mechanical Validation Program Manager

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

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Role Overview

We are looking for a 8+ years’ experience Mechanical Validation Program Manager who has:

• Experience in product design or validation (route cause analysis focused)
• Basic skills in System/sub-system validation.
• ISO 26262 knowledge required.
• An operational management experience in a manufacturing environment since he will have to drive lab technicians on daily basis.
• A first experience in engineering project management

Position Summary

• The Mechanical Validation Program Manager will need strong Project Management experience leading a project in Electronic Power Steering.
• This role oversees testing and validation activities within the engineering lab, serving as the primary project manager for validation programs while leading a team of technicians.
• This role works with customers to define requirements, test cases, and fixtures while ensuring systems are validated across embedded software, hardware, and mechanical components.
• Lastly, this role is daily on-site in the test lab.
• There is no remote opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage testing and validation programs, ensuring alignment with project timelines and engineering requirements.
• Lead day-to-day operations of the test lab, communicate tasks, and supervise a team of technicians.
• Responsible for the time/cost aspects of the testing lab
• Responsible for resource schedule and laboratory timelines
• Interface with customers on requirements, test cases, and validation strategies.
• Support system-level testing for embedded software, hardware, and mechanical systems in a mechatronics environment.
• Represent Test & Validation to all teams involved with the project
• Track testing progress and documentation using tools such as MS Project, Windchill, and DOORS.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and background in systems engineering, embedded systems, or mechatronics.
• Project management experience
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Experience working in a test lab or validation environment preferred
• Familiarity with tools such as Vector CANalyzer/CANoe, Windchill, DOORS, and MS Project preferred
• Strong leadership, resilience, and ability to motivate a technical team.

Work Environment

• Daily on-site presence in a test lab environment (no remote work).

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