Job Title: Team Lead - Test & Validation (HV Systems)
Location: Northampton
Department: Powertrain & HV Testing
Reports to: Powertrain Manager
Salary: Up to £80,000
Job Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Team Lead - Test & Validation to manage our High Voltage (HV) Test Facility. This role ensures operational efficiency, safety, and quality in delivering top-tier testing services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HV systems testing, team leadership, and operational excellence within engineering or motorsport sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
Facility Management & Safety:
- Oversee HV Test Facility, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices to drive efficiency.
Team Leadership:
- Lead the Development, Validation, and Verification Testing (DVP) team, ensuring projects meet requirements, risks are mitigated, and engineering decisions are de-risked.
Test Procedures & Documentation:
- Generate and maintain Test Procedures, ensuring accurate data and metrics capture.
Planning & Logistics:
- Manage HV systems testing logistics for both internal and external projects, including customer support and fault-finding.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to assess testing facilities and develop business cases for in-house solutions.
End-of-Line Testing:
- Own the EOL testing process by identifying requirements and implementing solutions.
Problem Solving:
- Resolve testing issues in collaboration with Engineering teams, driving continuous improvement.
Parts Management:
- Oversee parts planning to ensure component availability for testing.
Test Approvals & Reporting:
- Review and approve Test Plans, Procedures, and Reports, aligning with project standards.
Build Documentation & Risk Assessments:
- Assist in producing Build Documentation, including work instructions and risk assessments.
Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and equipment compliance.
Collaboration with Powertrain Manager:
- Work with the Powertrain Manager on schedules, timelines, and validation for HV Build & Test activities.
Mentorship & Development:
- Provide mentorship and engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to promote team skill growth.
Business Processes & Communication:
- Ensure timely completion of business documentation and foster effective team communication.
Additional Support:
- Assist Powertrain Manager with requests and resolve engineering issues via the 5C Concerns Process.
Shipping & Packaging:
- Support the packaging and shipment of Powertrain components.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Advanced formal training in a related engineering field (BTEC, ONC, 'A' Levels, or equivalent).
- Extensive experience in building and testing HV systems/components in OEM, Tier 1 supplier, engineering consultancy, or motorsport environments.
- Proven experience managing significant engineering projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and resourcing.
- Experience working with systems up to 800V as a Senior Authorised Person.
Skills & Competencies:
- Expertise in creating and following detailed work procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to interpret engineering drawings.
- Basic fabrication and machining skills (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills, adaptable, and customer-focused with strong problem-solving abilities.
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