Powertrain Testing Manager — Lead Lab Operations & Team

Iveco Group; Foggia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Iveco Group is seeking a Powertrain Testing Manager to lead the Foggia R&D testing facility, overseeing 6 engine test cells and a team of 14 engineers and technicians. The role reports to Powertrain Benches and Prototype Worldwide Responsible, focusing on site operations, testing execution, people development, budget management, safety, quality, and business performance.

You will ensure compliance with global standards and support the product development roadmap while coordinating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in powertrain testing, laboratory management, or test engineering environments.
• Proven experience leading technical teams in laboratory or testing operations.
• Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines, powertrain systems, emissions regulations, and validation processes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills within complex, global, and cross-functional organizations.
• Results-oriented mindset, strong ownership, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for site operations, team leadership, budget (OPEX/CAPEX), KPIs, and testing activities in accordance with WW guidelines.
• Govern the site test plan (development, durability, reliability, emissions/homologation) and balance testing demand against available capacity.
• Ensure test readiness, resource allocation, instrumentation, automation, and proper execution of all testing activities.
• Lead, develop, and coach engineers and technicians, including hiring, performance management, succession planning, and skills development.
• Manage equipment, maintenance, procurement, suppliers, contractors, and investment plans for test benches and laboratory infrastructure.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Automation, and IT teams to ensure effective testing, data reporting, and operational support.
• Maintain full accountability for laboratory safety, EHS compliance, risk mitigation, SOPs, and incident investigations.
• Ensure high standards of quality, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
• Full-time on-site presence required.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Powertrain testing

Engine knowledge

Emissions regulations

Data reporting

Safety & EHS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Iveco Group is seeking a Powertrain Testing Manager to lead the Foggia R&D testing facility, overseeing 6 engine test cells and a team of 14 engineers and technicians. The role reports to Powertrain Benches and Prototype Worldwide Responsible, focusing on site operations, testing execution, people development, budget management, safety, quality, and business performance.

You will ensure compliance with global standards and support the product development roadmap while coordinating with