Lead Validation & Verification Engineer KEG1060

Redline Group Ltd; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd is seeking a Lead Validation & Verification Engineer for high voltage systems based in Southeast London. You will own system-level verification, HV testing, embedded validation, and external qualification campaigns, guiding cross-functional teams and external partners.

You will develop VVQ plans, strategies and methodologies, define test architectures, coordinate EMI/EMC and safety testing, analyse results, and deliver clear technical reports while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded system testing, validation and qualification.
• Hands-on experience with high voltage power systems and safety-critical electronics.
• Proven ability to develop VVQ plans, test reports and technical specifications.
• Experience leading system-level testing and compliance activities.
• Knowledge of IEC 62368, ETS, EN standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead VVQ activities for HV PFE systems and system-level testing.
• Develop VVQ plans, test strategies, and validation processes.
• Coordinate internal and external qualification campaigns.
• Define test architectures, software/hardware interfaces, data flows and integration points.
• Mentor engineers and coordinate with external test houses and partners.
• Ensure compliance with HV, safety, EMC and reliability standards.

Skills

Embedded testing

HV systems

VVQ planning

Test automation

Technical leadership

Regulatory compliance

External testing coordination

Education

Electrical/Electronics engineering degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analysers

HIL/SIL test benches

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Lead Validation & Verification Engineer- High Voltage Systems

We are seeking a Lead Validation & Verification Engineer with strong high voltage systems, embedded testing, verification, validation and qualification experience to join a leading engineering organisation based in Southeast London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader within advanced fibre-optic and subsea cable manufacturing.

The role offers significant technical ownership across system-level verification, HV testing, embedded validation, external qualification campaigns and test automation. You will lead the design and execution of VVQ plans, develop test strategies and methodologies, coordinate with internal engineering teams and external test houses, and ensure products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities for the Lead Validation & Verification Engineer based in London:

• Lead verification, validation and qualification activities for high voltage PFE systems, including system-level testing.
• Develop VVQ plans, test strategies, qualification methodologies and validation processes for hardware and embedded control systems.
• Define test architectures, software/hardware interfaces, test data flows and integration points for validation activities.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external qualification campaigns including EMI/EMC, environmental and safety testing.
• Develop and execute test plans, analyse results, produce technical reports and drive issue resolution.
• Prototype, validate and commission new test setups, rigs, jigs, simulations and automated test solutions.
• Debug complex hardware and software issues using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, HIL/SIL test benches and related tools.
• Provide technical leadership to engineers and subcontractors, mentoring best practice across embedded testing, HV systems and qualification processes.
• Work closely with hardware, software, mechanical, production, quality, supply chain and external regulatory/test partners.
• Ensure compliance with relevant HV, safety, EMC and reliability standards.

Key Requirements for the Lead Validation & Verification Engineer based in London:

• Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in embedded system testing, validation and qualification.
• Hands-on experience with high voltage power systems, Power Feed Equipment, complex electronics or similar safety-critical systems.
• Strong experience developing verification, validation and qualification plans, test reports and technical specifications.
• Proven ability to lead system-level testing, product qualification and compliance activities.
• Experience with test automation, HIL/SIL test benches, lab instrumentation and fault diagnostics.
• Familiarity with standards such as IEC 62368, ETS (Apply online only), EN(phone number removed) and EN55022.
• Experience working with external test houses or regulatory agencies such as UL or TUV would be beneficial.