Lead EV Drivetrain Test Engineering

ridealso; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

One Medical membership

Fertility benefits

Flexible time off

401(k) match

Job summary

ALSO is seeking a Manager of Drivetrain Test Engineering to lead the development of next-generation electromechanical actuation systems for our light electric vehicle platforms. This leader will build and grow a high-performing team responsible for validating actuators, motors, geartrains, sensing, and electronics integration from concept through production.

You will define validation strategy, establish engineering standards, and collaborate across Mechanical Design, Electrical, Controls,

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering test programs.
• Experience delivering complex electromechanical products from concept through production.
• Deep understanding of EV powertrain systems and validation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of test engineers and technicians responsible for drivetrain validation.
• Recruit, coach, and develop engineering talent with a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Own the drivetrain test engineering organization by setting priorities and resources across multiple vehicle programs.
• Define and execute the validation strategy, including DVP&R, test specs, schedules, and EOL production test profiles.
• Develop and maintain world-class test infrastructure, calibration, safety, and operational excellence.
• Lead cross-functional validation activities to ensure performance, durability, NVH, efficiency, safety, and reliability targets.
• Review validation results and drive corrective actions for design, manufacturing, supplier, and field quality issues.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Test program leadership

Powertrain knowledge

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Tools

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

ALSO is seeking a Manager of Drivetrain Test Engineering to lead the development of next-generation electromechanical actuation systems for our light electric vehicle platforms. This leader will build and grow a high-performing team responsible for validating actuators, motors, geartrains, sensing, and electronics integration from concept through production.

You will define validation strategy, establish engineering standards, and collaborate across Mechanical Design, Electrical, Controls,