Engineering Manager

5 days ago

Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States LER TechForce Full time

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)
.

Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years, LER has partnered with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.

Learn more about us on

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

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