Laboratory Leader

Stark Future SL; Sant Boi de Llobregat; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Subsidized lunch

Free access to in-house gym

30 days of paid vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Stark Future SL in Sant Boi de Llobregat is seeking a Laboratory Leader to establish and run the in-house testing laboratory for their electric motorcycles. The ideal candidate must have over 6 years of experience in mechanical or physical testing, preferably in automotive or motorsport sectors.

This role involves defining test methodologies, leading validation plans, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Benefits include a competitive salary, a dynamic international team, and 30 days of paid vacation.

Formación

• 6+ years of experience in a mechanical or physical testing laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with test bench instrumentation.
• Outstanding analytical and communication skills, working-level English required.

Responsabilidades

• Design and commission a physical testing laboratory.
• Define test methodologies and procedures.
• Lead development and execution of validation plans across all development phases.

Conocimientos

Mechanical Engineering

Test bench instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Validation plans

Failure analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Educación

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Herramientas

FEA tools

Data acquisition platforms (HBK, NI)

Descripción del empleo

Company Overview

Stark builds the world’s most powerful electric motorcycles. From the VARG MX to the road‑legal VARG EX & SM, our bikes have won world championships and are engineered to outperform anything with a combustion engine. We are based in Sant Boi, Barcelona, growing fast and building a team that will take us even further.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Laboratory Leader to build and run Stark’s in‑house physical testing capability. This foundational role involves establishing the lab infrastructure, defining test methodologies, and leading the validation of mechanical and dynamic systems across the motorcycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, equip, and commission a physical testing laboratory for component, subsystem, and system‑level validation of mechanical systems
• Define test methodologies, standards, and procedures covering performance, durability, fatigue, and environmental testing
• Lead the development and execution of validation plans (DVP&R) across all development phases, from component qualification to full vehicle sign‑off
• Investigate and determine root causes of failures from lab tests and dynamic vehicle testing, delivering clear, actionable conclusions to the engineering team
• Translate engineering requirements into testable acceptance criteria and provide data‑driven input to design and supplier decisions
• Ensure laboratory activities align with relevant homologation, certification, and industry standards
• Build and grow the laboratory team, setting high standards for technical excellence, methodology, and safety culture

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar (BS/MS preferred)
• 6+ years of experience in a mechanical or physical testing laboratory, ideally in automotive, motorsport, or precision engineering
• Hands‑on experience with test bench instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and physical validation of mechanical assemblies
• Proven track record designing and executing validation plans for safety‑critical mechanical systems through a full product lifecycle
• Experience establishing or significantly scaling laboratory capabilities — equipment selection, procedure development, team setup
• Deep understanding of the relationship between component‑level test results and system/vehicle‑level behaviour
• Background in systematic failure analysis and root cause investigation (8D, 5‑Why, or equivalent)
• Experience working with homologation and certification standards in automotive or regulated engineering contexts
• Outstanding analytical and communication skills; working‑level English required
• Bonus: experience with hydraulic actuation, friction interfaces, ABS/traction control validation, data acquisition platforms (HBK, NI, or similar), FEA tools, or a background in motorcycle/motorsport/bicycle product development

Benefits

• The chance to work on a product people are genuinely passionate about
• A fast‑growing company with real momentum
• A creative, international team based in Barcelona
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Direct access to riders, race teams, and the product — this is not a remote‑from‑the‑product role
• Subsidized lunch in our in‑house restaurant
• Free access to our in‑house gym (including weekends)
• 30 days of paid vacation

At Stark, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, neurodiversity, or disability, feels a true sense of belonging. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions and that a culture of equity is a prerequisite for innovation.

Accessibility: If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process (such as assistive technology, extra time, or a specific format), please let us know at [e-mail]. We are here to support you.