Sr. Electronics Validation Lab Manager
- Countries
- USA, Hybrid
- Job Types
- software & tech, operations
- Experience
- managers
- Organization Types
- robotics, startups, transportation & mobility
- Location
- Irvine - Hybrid
- Posted Date
- Company
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
- Salary
- $107.8K – $161.8K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus • This role has an annual bonus target of 10%
AI Summary
Job Description
Manage the ECU Validation Test Lab operations, ensuring reliability and durability of vehicle electronics through various stress tests. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, managing repairs, leading a team of technicians, and overseeing purchasing and inventory.
Hard Requirements
- 5+ years in test lab operations, equipment maintenance, metrology, reliability/environmental testing, or comparable technical operations
- 1+ years leading technicians or a small technical team
- Hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting environmental and mechanical test equipment
- Working knowledge of calibration and metrology practice
- Experience running asset, calibration, or maintenance workflows in Jira, a CMMS, or a comparable tracking system
- Experience with an ERP or procurement platform (SAP strongly preferred, Coupa a plus)
- Strong spreadsheet, data-management, recordkeeping, follow-through, and communication skills
Soft Requirements
- Familiarity with automotive electronics validation standards
- Automotive, aerospace, electronics, or hardware development experience
- Exposure to ECUs, HIL, or prototype electronics
- Familiarity with Confluence, barcode/QR tracking, ESD practices, LOTO, or multi-site material movement
- Ability to lift 45 pounds
- Valid driver's license with a clean record