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DTV Team Leader (Design, Test & Validation)

DTV Team Leader (Design, Test & Validation)

The West Group LtdWaterlooville, England, United Kingdom
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The DTV Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Design Test & Validation (DTV) lab, ensuring that all testing, validation, and qualification activities are performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards. The role involves managing a team of engineers to guarantee the reliability, performance, and quality of products while driving continuous improvement in testing procedures and processes. The DTV Team Leader will play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s testing capabilities, supporting the development of an ISO-accredited laboratory that ensures product quality while offering potential testing services to customers.

Job Role :

Lead & Develop High-Performing Teams : Manage and mentor the DTV team to deliver quality testing services, drive continuous improvement, and align with strategic goals using KPIs.

Oversee Test Planning & Execution : Ensure timely, compliant execution of design validation, in-house testing, and rapid prototyping, providing actionable insights to engineering teams.

Advance Lab Capabilities : Expand mechanical and filter testing, implement rapid prototyping and automation, and integrate advanced validation software and equipment.

Ensure Quality & Compliance : Maintain industry and regulatory standards, support audits, uphold data integrity, and lead process documentation and continuous improvement.

Drive Innovation & Customisation : Collaborate on bespoke test solutions, develop automation for internal processes, and lead testing for new product designs.

Manage Risk & Cost : Proactively reduce validation risks and optimise testing for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Required Qualifications & Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a test / validation lab environment, with at least 2 years in a

leadership role.

  • Strong knowledge of design qualification, product validation, and industry compliance standards.
  • Hands-on experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, and automated validation
  • systems.

  • Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
  • Experience of CAE software (such as FEA / CFD)
  • Preferred Skills & Competencies :

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in lean processes, continuous improvement, and quality management systems.
  • Good project management skills
  • Knowledge of ISO17025 and what is required to achieve the accreditation in the future
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