Head of Global Test & Validation (a) | Region: Ostschweiz, Schweiz

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Key Responsibilities

• 1
  Lead and develop international verification and validation teams across multiple engineering disciplines and global locations
• 2
  Define and execute a long-term strategy for testing, validation, digitalization, and laboratory excellence
• 3
  Drive the adoption of advanced testing technologies, automation, data-driven decision making, and digital engineering solutions
• 4
  Establish global standards, best practices, and performance metrics to ensure consistency and operational excellence
• 5
  Partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, Quality, and Customer-facing teams to support innovation and product development
• 6
  Ensure robust validation frameworks for new technologies, product releases, supplier qualifications, and customer-specific requirements
• 7
  Build a high-performance organization through coaching, talent development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Requirements

• Degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Proven leadership experience within an international engineering, R&D, testing, or validation environment
• Strong understanding of verification methodologies, testing strategies, and engineering processes
• Experience driving organizational change, process improvement, and digital transformation initiatives
• Knowledge of data analytics, automation, programming, or modern engineering software tools is highly desirable
• Entrepreneurial mindset combined with strong execution capabilities and hands-on leadership
• Fluent in English and German
• Willingness to travel internationally

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