OBD Lab Supervisor

MARTIN Technologies - MARTIN Motorsports; Indiana; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a results-oriented OBD Lab Supervisor to lead operations in cutting-edge validation labs. This role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving continuous improvement in processes. You'll coordinate OBD monitor validation, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain regulatory compliance, all while fostering a culture of safety and professional growth. Join a collaborative team dedicated to precision and innovation, and help bring next-generation propulsion technologies to market. If you're passionate about leadership and technical excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Cutting-Edge Facilities

Career Growth Opportunities

Culture of Innovation

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in OBD or emissions validation experience.
• Proven track record coordinating certification programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in OBD validation labs.
• Oversee a team of technicians and engineers.

Skills

OBD Validation

Leadership

Data Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Automotive Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AVL PUMA

Horiba STARS

DTS

ETAS INCA

Vector CANape

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Company Overview

MARTIN Technologies is a global, full-service engineering and manufacturing leader serving the automotive, marine, aerospace, and defense industries. Since 1996, we’ve partnered with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to design, develop, and certify next-generation propulsion technologies. Our state-of-the-art facilities include dedicated OBD, emissions, dyno, and vehicle labs—all driven by a culture of safety, precision, and innovation.

Company Overview

MARTIN Technologies is a global, full-service engineering and manufacturing leader serving the automotive, marine, aerospace, and defense industries. Since 1996, we’ve partnered with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers to design, develop, and certify next-generation propulsion technologies. Our state-of-the-art facilities include dedicated OBD, emissions, dyno, and vehicle labs—all driven by a culture of safety, precision, and innovation.

Job Summary

We are seeking a results-oriented OBD Lab Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in our On-Board Diagnostics validation labs. You will oversee a multidisciplinary team multiple technicians and engineers, ensuring every test is executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with global regulatory standards (EPA, CARB, Euro 6/7, China 6, etc.). Success in this role requires deep OBD expertise, strong people-leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Area

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership & Mentoring

• Set goals, coach, and develop up to 12 OBD technicians/engineers
• Manage staffing, schedules, PTO, and daily assignments
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth
  
  

Operational Oversight

• Coordinate OBD monitor validation, fault-injection, and drive-cycle testing for engines and hybrid powertrains
• Verify test requests, instrumentation readiness, and vehicle/facility availability to minimize downtime
• Enforce 5S, OSHA, and company EHS procedures at all times
  
  

Technical Guidance

• Troubleshoot data-logging, DTC triggering, and monitor-enable issues in real time
• Approve sensor calibration, CAN/LIN data-acquisition parameters, and compliance checklists
• Validate results for accuracy, repeatability, and regulatory readiness
  
  

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EPA, CARB, LEV III, WLTP, RDE, and regional OBD regulations
• Prepare and review certification packets, test summaries, and engineering reports for internal and customer sign-off
  
  

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

• Drive preventive-maintenance schedules for fault-injection boxes, emissions analyzers, and data systems
• Lead root-cause investigations on equipment failures and implement corrective actions
  
  

Process Improvement & KPIs

• Implement lean workflows that shorten cycle time and boost first-time-right metrics
• Track lab KPIs (throughput, downtime, data validity, safety) and present weekly reports to management
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Interface with Calibration, Powertrain Engineering, and Program Management to align priorities and resource needs
• Translate lab findings into actionable insights for product development and certification strategies
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Education – B.S. in Mechanical, Automotive, or Electrical Engineering preferred; equivalent technical experience considered
• Experience –
• 5–10 years in OBD or emissions validation with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role
• Proven track record coordinating certification programs for OEM or Tier-1 customers
• Technical Proficiency –
• Hands-on expertise with OBD validation tools and dyno control systems (AVL PUMA, Horiba STARS, DTS, etc.)
• Deep knowledge of diagnostic communication protocols (UDS, J1979), CAN/LIN/FlexRay, and calibration tools (ETAS INCA, Vector CANape/CANalyzer)
• Familiarity with fault-injection hardware, DTC mapping, monitor enablement tracking, and OBD readiness reporting
• Leadership & Soft Skills –
• Able to motivate diverse teams under tight timelines while upholding safety and quality
• Clear communicator comfortable translating complex regulatory data for non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organizational, and root-cause problem-solving abilities
  

Why Join MARTIN?

• Certification Impact – Lead the team that ensures vehicles meet global OBD standards and reach the market on time
• Cutting-Edge Facilities – Work in labs outfitted with the latest diagnostic and emissions-analysis technology
• Career Growth – Advance within a company that values technical mastery and leadership development
• Culture of Innovation – Join a collaborative team that prizes precision, creativity, and continuous improvement
  
  

Ready to keep the industry’s most advanced OBD labs running at peak performance? Apply today and accelerate your career with MARTIN Technologies.

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