Laboratory Test & Validation Lead

ZF Group; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

ZF Group in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Laboratory Test Manager to lead the development and validation of high-technology electronic and hydraulic steering systems. You will coordinate all laboratory testing activities, manage resources, and drive structured processes in a hands-on lab setting.

The role requires a technical degree and strong project management experience, with travel up to 10% for domestic and international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive, component qualification, test management and planning.
• Experience with basic quality tools (Six Sigma, Shanin, etc.).
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned Test & Validation projects, including cost, quality and timing.
• Convene weekly committee to review lab requests and ensure complete information.
• Coordinate lab resources and schedule across teams; forecast programs and align with leadership.
• Coordinate 3rd party testing, review results, and document outcomes.
• Assign tests to technicians and track daily/weekly lab workflow for visibility.
• Interface with Engineering Program Managers and Division leadership on new work and priority changes.
• Provide status updates to Team Lead and adjust resources to meet workflow metrics.

Skills

Project Management

Quality tools

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

ZF Group in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Laboratory Test Manager to lead the development and validation of high-technology electronic and hydraulic steering systems. You will coordinate all laboratory testing activities, manage resources, and drive structured processes in a hands-on lab setting.

The role requires a technical degree and strong project management experience, with travel up to 10% for domestic and international assignments.