Test & Validation Team Leader – Electromechanical Hydraulic Systems (M/F/D)

Valeo; Czechowice-Dziedzice; On-site; PLN 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Medicover Benefit platform access

Health and life insurance

On-site canteen

Social benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Valeo in Czechowice-Dziedzice, Poland, seeks a Validation Leader to head a team of ~8 engineers and define the test strategy for LV products, aligned with customer and company standards. You will create and manage the Design Validation Plan, oversee test preparation and execution, perform data analysis and MSAs, maintain lab equipment, and support international project teams.

The role requires a Master’s or Engineer’s degree, 3+ years in automotive testing, knowledge of CAN/LIN, and strong

Qualifications

• Master’s or Engineer’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or similar.
• Minimum 3 years of testing/validation experience in automotive (preferred).
• Solid understanding of Electro-Mechanical and Hydraulic principles and sensors (pressure, force, displacement).
• Experience leading a small team and coordinating with international project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a validation team (~8 people) and define the test strategy for LV products.
• Create and manage the Design Validation Plan (DVP) and estimate validation costs/schedules.
• Oversee validation test preparation, execution, data analysis, MSA, and official reports.
• Develop and maintain laboratory test equipment and ensure safety/regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Test planning

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Master’s or Engineer’s degree

Tools

CAN

LIN

Job description

Valeo is a global technology company designing breakthrough solutions that reinvent mobility. We are a key automotive partner for car manufacturers and new mobility players worldwide. Our vision? To create greener and safer mobility through solutions focused on intuitive driving and the reduction of CO2 emissions. We are a leader in our business sectors and recognized as one of the world's most innovative companies.

At the Valeo plant in Czechowice-Dziedzice, we manufacture powertrain systems that support fuel consumption reduction and lower emissions—including starters, air throttles, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves, electromechanical actuators, and innovative electric drives.

Key Responsibilities

• Team & Strategy Leadership: Lead a validation team (~8 people) and define the test strategy for LV products (hydraulic smart actuators) based on customer and company standards.
• Validation Planning: Create and manage the Design Validation Plan (DVP), and estimate validation costs and schedules in cooperation with the project team.
• Testing Execution: Oversee the preparation and execution of validation tests, data analysis, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and official test reports.
• Equipment Management: Develop, validate, and maintain laboratory test equipment to ensure compliance with technical requirements and safety regulations.
• Problem Solving: Drive technical problem-solving for both the tested products and laboratory equipment.
• Project Support: Collaborate with international project teams, supporting them with risk analysis, compatibility matrices, and continuous improvement processes.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Master’s or Engineer’s degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or similar) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in testing/validation (automotive sector preferred).
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of Electro-Mechanical and Hydraulic principles, measurement electronics, and sensors (pressure, force, displacement).
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN) and proficiency in PC applications used for data analysis.
• Leadership & Organization: Strong self-management skills, ability to lead a team, and a proactive approach to managing laboratory priorities.
• Soft Skills: Highly communicative, creative, and supportive mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Languages: Proficiency in both English and Polish (written and verbal) is required to work effectively in an international environment.

We Offer

• Employment in an international automotive company with high work standards and an innovative environment.
• Benefits:
  • Private medical care (Medicover).
  • Access to the Medicover Benefit platform (sports, culture, shopping).
  • Additional health and life insurance.
  • On-site canteen and social benefits.
• Development opportunities through participation in internal and external training.
• The chance to have a real impact on the development of modern automotive technologies and road safety.