Technical Lead - Product Testing & Validation Engineer

The Richmond Group USA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richmond Group USA seeks a hands-on Technical Lead - Product Testing & Validation Engineer to drive validation programs for electric drive systems on large mining trucks. You will plan, execute and supervise vehicle-level testing and EMC validation in real-world conditions.

Expect 8+ years in electric drives, power electronics and electromechanical testing. You will troubleshoot issues, support NPI, and collaborate with customers and cross‑functional teams; MATLAB/Simulink and high‑voltage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with relevant testing experience.
• 8+ years in testing/validation of electric drive, power electronics, or electromechanical systems.
• Experience with controls validation, system integration, EMC testing, and high‑voltage systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and test instrumentation.
• Proven ability to lead test programs and collaborate with customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute validation programs for propulsion systems.
• Lead vehicle-level testing, controls validation, and EMC testing.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and support NPI efforts.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to validate cutting-edge electric drive technology.

Skills

Hands-on testing

Electrical engineering

Power electronics

Controls validation

EMC testing

High-voltage systems

MATLAB/Simulink

Analytical problem solving

Customer interaction

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Oscilloscopes

Data acquisition systems

High-voltage testing equipment

Job description

The Richmond Group USA has been engaged to find a hands‑on Technical Lead - Product Testing & Validation Engineer to help develop, implement, and validate electric drive systems for some of the largest mining trucks in the world. These next-generation propulsion systems are helping mining companies reduce emissions and meet sustainability goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineer with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys hands‑on testing, solving complex technical problems, working independently, and seeing their work directly impact products operating in the field. The systems you'll support are critical subsystems on some of the most impressive vehicles in operation today, creating unique opportunities to expand your technical skills and tackle engineering challenges few professionals encounter.

As the onsite technical lead for testing and validation activities, you'll be responsible for planning and executing validation programs, leading vehicle‑level testing, controls validation, EMC testing, troubleshooting, and new product introduction efforts. Working directly with customers and cross‑functional teams, you'll use advanced test equipment to evaluate performance, investigate issues, and validate cutting‑edge electric drive technology in real‑world conditions.

We're seeking an engineer with experience in electric drives, power electronics, controls validation, EMC, and electromechanical testing. Experience with motors, VFDs, MATLAB/Simulink, or high‑voltage systems is highly valued.

Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with strong mechanical aptitude, or Mechanical Engineering with a willingness to develop electrical testing expertise; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience testing and validating electric drive, power electronic, or electromechanical systems
• Experience with controls validation, system integration, EMC testing, and high‑voltage systems.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, and test
• Proven ability to lead test programs, troubleshoot complex issues, and work directly with customers.
• Experience with electric drive propulsion systems, heavy equipment, mining, rail, or industrial applications preferred.

Please note that candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship to be considered for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.