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Director – Verification & Validation NA
Location:
Greensboro, NC, US, 27409
Position Type: Professional
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
The Director of Verification & Validation is responsible for securing efficient contribution to the development and maintenance of the products in the North American segments, leading a highly skilled Test Engineers and Specialists whose primary mission is to verify and validate Customer Features on component, system and complete vehicle levels in demanding, real world applications in close collaboration with Product Owners. This is a Leading Leaders position, and you will be responsible for areas like Driver and Vehicle Productivity, Durability & Reliability, Product Validation and Testing Technology.
You will lead the Verification & Validation group deliveries – respecting budget, delivery time & quality – in areas like:
• Driver & Vehicle Productivity (e.g. Fuel Eco, Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, etc)
• Durability & Reliability (e.g. strength and fatigue testing, structural simulation, etc)
• Reliability testing, including Application-Based Validation (ABV), RT Hot, RT Cold, RT5/RT50
• Performance Validation Testing (PVT)
• Product Validation (Customer Field Test)
• Testing Technology (e.g. instrumentation, calibration, data analytics, chassis dyno)
You will actively work with counterparts in Vehicle Engineering, Powertrain Engineering, Electromobility, and Vehicle Technology to address complex technical challenges and will report to the Vice President of Complete Vehicle USA.
Your future team
Complete Vehicle (CV) is responsible for Verification & Validation (V&V) and prototypes deliveries. We are now on an exciting change journey with focus on digitalization, virtual testing and becoming a data-driven organization.
The CV USA organization has the responsibility to verify & validate the full Volvo Trucks North America and Mack products.
Who are you?
You have a holistic view, a strong business and strategic mindset with focus on simplicity, accountability, and empowerment. You work cross-functionally building strong relationships with stakeholders and has the passion for creating engagement in teams. You are an inspiring leader who develop people as well as technology with a high level of integrity and autonomy.
We believe this is a position for a person with high ambitions and a strong will to develop personally while getting a very good insight in the way of operating a strong Customer focused organization on a global level.
You will be an important member of CV USA Management Team as well as global networks.
Requirements
• Minimum Master’s degree in an Engineering or technical discipline is required.
• Supervisory experience as Manager with direct reports
• 15+ years of Product Development experience in the transportation industry
• Experience working with testing, data collection and post-processing, instrumentation.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Excellent in team development and interest in how each person can contribute to the team.
• True interest in our products and preferably commercial driver license for truck and trailer
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
• Family building benefits, including fertility support and adoption assistance
• Generous paid caregiver and parental leave policies
• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans
• A working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier
Ready for the next move?
If you enjoy taking charge and leading diverse teams to solve challenges, while also having the opportunity to impact sustainable technologies, then this role is for you! Apply today and joining our team on this exciting journey!
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.
Job Category: Technology Engineering
Organization: Group Trucks Technology
Travel Required: Occasional Travel
Requisition ID: 11581
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
Nearest Major Market: Greensboro
