We are looking for an experienced Verification & Validation (V&V) Lead to strengthen our engineering team and support the development and launch of next-generation automotive products in the European market.

In this role, you will lead and coordinate end-to-end Verification & Validation activities across software verification, complete vehicle validation, and test vehicle management. You will work closely with project management, engineering teams, logistics, and international stakeholders to ensure effective test planning, resource allocation, budget control, and successful execution of validation activities.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in full vehicle development projects, strong project management capabilities, and a solid understanding of software development, OTA processes, and vehicle testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and align vehicle requirements, including test vehicle quantities and upcoming test plans.

• Plan and manage test resources, including test rigs, adaptive testing, and complete vehicle validation activities.

• Consolidate project-related budgets and ensure alignment between line organizations and individual projects.

• Identify spare parts requirements and coordinate procurement activities with the logistics department.

• Lead and coordinate vehicle benchmarking activities, test events, and test expeditions.

• Oversee Verification & Validation activities across software verification, complete vehicle validation, and test vehicle management.

• Coordinate vehicle testing activities throughout the complete vehicle development lifecycle.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and international stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of V&V activities.

• Act as a key interface between project teams, engineering functions, and global development organizations.

• Monitor project progress, resource utilization, risks, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 10+ years of experience in project management, preferably within the automotive industry.

• Proven experience in full vehicle development projects, covering all development phases from PS to OktB.

• Strong knowledge of software development processes and Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.

• Experience in test planning, test rigs, and complete vehicle Verification & Validation.

• Good understanding of automotive product development and vehicle testing processes.

• Experience in budget planning, resource allocation, and project coordination.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• Strong team player with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.

• Positive attitude and ability to adapt to a dynamic and changing environment.

• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities.

• Proactive approach to identifying challenges and driving solutions.

• Ability to work effectively with international and multicultural teams.