Senior Hardware Validation Engineer - Product Level (f/m/d)

Munich
Munich Electrification – Hardware Development /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
About Munich Electrification
Munich Electrification is an innovative company founded with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric and connected mobility. We develop innovative electronic control units for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems for our global customers. Our international team is composed of highly motivated and exceptional engineers. As a small and specialized team we are well-aware of the importance of each individual colleague and support and promote each employee according to their abilities and needs. Our office with adjacent prototype and testing lab is located in the heart of Munich at the Heimeranplatz.

This is what we stand for:
- Technological Leadership: We challenge norms, innovate quickly, and anticipate future needs. We take smart risks and learn from outcomes to stay ahead.
- Sustainability: We actively drive change for a sustainable future, aware of our impact and inspiring others to build a better world.
- Team Culture: We believe work should be enjoyable, fostering a spirit of inspiration, celebration, and teamwork across the globe.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: We embrace change, think big, and push limits with passion.

About the role
As a Senior Validation Engineer at Munich Electrification, you will play a key leadership role within the Hardware Development team. You will be responsible for overseeing the electrical and environmental validation and testing of automotive battery components, both in-house and with external partners. This includes managing the entire validation lifecycle, from identifying high-risk components to executing advanced validation tests and driving continuous improvements.

Your future tasks at a glance

    • Define and manage the specifications for electrical and environmental tests, ensuring alignment with customer needs and risk analysis based on technologies and mission profiles.
    • Oversee the procurement and management of test equipment, harnesses, fixtures, and other materials needed for validation.
    • Manage test and laboratory resources in collaboration with project management and external partners.
    • Plan, execute, and document in-house and external validation tests, ensuring thorough and accurate reporting.
    • Lead lessons learned processes from validation and field failures, driving improvements in test methodologies and product quality.
    • Conduct structured failure analysis and provide support for root cause investigations.
    • Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance, teaching best practices, and helping them develop their skills.

What you bring with you

    • Successfully completed studies in an engineering field (e.g., mechatronics, electrical engineering, automotive engineering, or similar).
    • Proven experience in the validation and analysis of electronics, with a strong background in automotive applications.
    • Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and a solid foundation in the theoretical analysis of quality and verification metrics (a plus).
    • Experience in electronics design, ability to read schematics and drawings.
    • Highly motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility for projects.
    • A passion for innovative solutions in electric vehicle electronics.
    • Strong team player with excellent communication skills; fluency in English is required (German is a plus).
Our Offer & Benefits
The chance to be part of a highly innovative, agile, and unique team with prestigious customers in the automotive and battery storage sector. You will gain a deeper knowledge around connected & electric vehicle batteries, battery management and electronics development and strive in an exciting work environment
 
Benefits: 
- Trust-based working hours and hybrid work
- Adequate and competitive compensation
- Pension Plan/Bonus
- Free access to the fitness center right next to us or subsidized EGYM Wellpass
- Free snacks, coffee, drinks and lunch (freshly cooked by our chef) every day
- Public transport ticket
- Bike-Leasing via Business Bike
- Experience various inspiring and fun team events
- ME-branded clothing
- Option to "work from anywhere"