Engineering Manager - Engine Hardware

LER TechForce; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA

401K with match and immediate vesting

Ongoing professional development including Technical Training

Job summary

An innovative engineering company is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager - Test and Validation in Bowling Green, KY. This role requires strong leadership in product validation and experience in managing complex programs. Candidates should have a background in mechanical or related engineering, with proficiency in test design and statistical analysis. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in product validation, test, and verification with leadership experience.
• Depth in DVP&R, requirements traceability, and statistical analysis of results.
• Hands-on experience with bench, vehicle, and HIL/SIL testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and grow validation engineers and technicians.
• Define validation strategy and ensure process compliance.
• Manage budgets and capital planning for validation capability growth.

Skills

Leadership

Test design

Statistical analysis

Requirements traceability

Stakeholder communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

Senior Engineering Manager - Test and Validation

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment where your voice is heard? LER TechForce is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager - Test and Validation to work onsite at our client in Bowling Green, KY (this is a direct hire position).

What you will be doing

• Lead, coach, and grow validation engineers and technicians; set goals, standards, and career paths.
• Define validation strategy and coverage model - requirements, test cases, results - and own DVP&R quality.
• Plan and operate labs and assets (benches, HIL, dynos, chambers, prototype, test vehicles); ensure readiness and utilization metrics.
• Establish methods for repeatable testing, data capture, analysis, and dashboards - enforce traceability.
• Run issue management and root cause through closure - communicate risk, status, and evidence-based release readiness.
• Align schedules and gates with Product, Systems, Hardware, Software, Quality, Supply Chain and key vendors and suppliers.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, Product, etc. to drive quality product launch.
• Govern process and documentation - procedures, reports, compliance artifacts - and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets and capital planning for validation capability growth.
• Lead project and team planning and defect capture in Jira.

What you'll need to be successful

• Essential:
• B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, Systems Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in product validation, test, and verification with 3-5+ years leading teams or complex programs.
• Depth in DVP&R, requirements traceability, test design, and statistical analysis of results.
• Knowledge of environmental and durability standards (e.g. ISO16750, IEC 60068, SAE J1455, IP Rating, UL, SAE).
• Hands-on experience with bench, vehicle, HIL/SIL testing and data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency with planning and defect tools - Jira - and audit-ready documentation practices.
• Strong program leadership: prioritization, risk management, stakeholder communication.

• Preferred:
• M.S. in engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of Internal Combustion Engine fundamentals, systems, tuning & calibration, design, test, and components.
• Experience with Engine Management Systems and engine/chassis dyno testing.
• Background in mechanical and embedded system integration.

What you'll get

• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA
• 401K with match and immediate vesting
• Short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, and optional benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Ongoing professional development including Technical Training and Leadership Development
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading projects

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about engineering leadership in test and validation and want to make an impact with a forward-thinking team—click “Easy Apply” now and take the next step in your career with LER TechForce!