Product Verification & Validation

Doosan Bobcat; Thiruvallur District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Doosan Bobcat India seeks a seasoned leader to head Product Verification & Validation for construction equipment, guiding testing, validation, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver safe, compliant machines for global markets.

The role demands strategic leadership, hands‑on engineering, and the development of robust test protocols, automation, and data analytics to drive continuous improvement and on‑time product launches.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in product verification and validation for heavy equipment, preferably construction equipment.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Deep understanding of testing standards, regulatory requirements, and validation processes for off-highway or industrial vehicles.
• Strong project management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with relevant software tools used in testing and validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians.
• Oversee planning, execution, and reporting of testing and validation activities for construction equipment.
• Coordinate testing schedules and resource allocation in alignment with product development timelines.
• Interface with design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare and present test results, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management and global stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Simulation tools

Test management platforms

Job description

Job description

Product Verification and Validation

Position Overview

To lead a high-performing Product Verification & Validation team for Construction Equipment, responsible for ensuring that all machines and components meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and safety. This role involves strategic leadership, hands‑on technical expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver best‑in‑class products for global markets.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians.
• Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Set clear objectives, manage performance, and support professional development.

Product Testing & Validation

• Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of testing and validation activities for construction equipment (including but not limited to Backhoe Loaders, Excavators, Skid Steer loaders, and related attachments).
• Ensure comprehensive coverage of durability, reliability, regulatory compliance, environmental, and field performance tests.
• Develop and refine test protocols and standard operating procedures.

Project Management

• Coordinate testing schedules and resource allocation in alignment with product development timelines.
• Interface with design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and support product launches.
• Manage test facilities, equipment, and budgets efficiently.

Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare and present test results, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management and global stakeholders.
• Serve as the technical authority for validation topics in cross-functional project meetings.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance test methods, implement new technologies, and optimize validation workflows.
• Drive the implementation of digital tools, automation, and data analytics within the testing domain.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in product Verification and validation for heavy equipment (prior experience with construction equipment strongly preferred).
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Deep understanding of testing standards, regulatory requirements, and validation processes for off-highway or industrial vehicles.
• Strong project management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., data acquisition systems, simulation tools, test management platforms).

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in a global organization or with cross‑cultural teams.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) or quality systems (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO 9001).

Hands‑on knowledge of field testing, prototype evaluation, and failure analysis