Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader

Location London

Job Type Permanent

Salary up to £70,000 + Bonus + Car Allow. + Excellent Benefits

We're looking for a collaborative and technically skilled Product Validation & Qualification Team Leader to guide a small, talented group of engineers and technicians working on innovative, mission critical power systems.

This is an opportunity to combine hands on technical expertise with people leadership - helping to shape, mentor, and inspire a growing team while driving improvements in validation and qualification processes. The role sits within a forward thinking R&D department where your ideas and leadership will make a visible impact

Responsibilities

Lead, support and develop a multidisciplinary team of about five validation, qualification and test professionals.

Define and deliver the product test and qualification strategy, ensuring alignment with engineering and quality standards.

Plan and manage resources, priorities and project deliverables in collaboration with design and product teams.

Oversee the operation of the R&D test lab, budgets and performance indicators.

Promote strong engineering standards and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015, HSE and quality procedures.

Stay hands on - mentoring the team, reviewing test approaches, and supporting product validation directly when needed.

Drive continuous improvement, technical discussions and innovation across the team.

Provide clear communication and updates to stakeholders, fostering a transparent and collaborative culture.

Requirements

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience).

Experience in product validation, verification and qualification in a regulated or high reliability environment.

Strong technical understanding of electronics, firmware/software integration and high voltage or power systems.

Familiar with certification standards (HV safety, EMI/EMC, thermal, vibration testing, etc.).

Confident leading and coaching teams - encouraging growth, inclusion, and shared success.

Skilled in communication and cross functional collaboration.

Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), PLM tools (e.g. Windchill) and Agile working is an advantage.

It Would Be Great If You Also Have

Experience in automotive, aerospace, defence, rail or other highly regulated sectors.

Knowledge of systems engineering or test automation.

Understanding of product certification or cybersecurity compliance.

Competitive salary and benefits, with flexible hybrid working (up to two days from home).

A supportive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and continuous learning.

The chance to lead an important function in the design and validation of cutting edge power systems.

Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.

Apply If this position interests you, and you would like to learn more or explore other available jobs that could also match your skill set, please apply today or email

Rob Hutchings

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Bio

With a background in Finance and Education, I decided on a change in course and joined the STR Group 11 years ago. Having worked in different areas of the company, I found my home in Insignis and am at my best working closely with our clients' hiring managers. Focusing specifically on Electrical & Mechanical Design, Quality and Process Engineering roles, I deliver a range of recruitment solutions to clients who develop and manufacture optoelectronic and mission critical engineering systems. Through partnering with key accounts, I help them build strong, effective engineering teams across their businesses. Outside of work, I coach an U14 Girls' Football Team, where it's incredibly rewarding to see the players and the team grow, develop and, of course, win! I also enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, eating out, travelling and sharing new experiences together.