Validation Tool Manager

Location:- Queretaro - Queretaro, Mexico - Av. La Noria 170- Job Family:- Engineering- Worker Type Reference:- Regular - Permanent- Pay Rate Type:- Salary- JOB ID:- R- **Description & Requirements**:**Your Team**- This position currently has 12 direct reports (Validation Tools Engineers).**What You Will Do**- This position is responsible for management of the development of test strategy / interface tools for Harman automotive products including amplifiers, loudspeaker, microphones, AHU & displays. The position will work closely with the HW Validation & Certification Global teams and Engineering to ensure test strategy and interface tools that fully validate our products.- Manage the design of automated solutions to improve efficiencies of the System Infrastructure global organization.- Support and mentor team members on the use of automated tools and developing new measurements for automated testers.- Drive test strategies and plans in accordance with business and product requirements.- Develop innovative ways to expose and test automotive audio components.- Gives guidance and direction to System Infrastructure engineers within group.- Identifies and implements cost-effective HW validation solutions.- Follows System Infrastructure guidelines for creating and maintaining documentation.- Provides technical support for the resolution of various customer and interdepartmental issues on an as needed basis.- Designs, documents and facilitates the assembly of test racks utilizing commercial off-the-shelf equipment and internally designed components, where needed.- Provides and ensures training and continuous development for the System Infrastructure team members as well as appraises the performance of subordinates and recommends the appropriate development plans.- Plans project development for the team. Drives execution according to the plans.- Develops tracks and drives team metrics.- Manages the tools development team including the assignment and tracking of individual goals.- Conducts performance individual reviews.**What you need**- Integrity.- Innovation.- Inclusion.- Teamwork & Respect.- Excellence.- 10+ years in a product engineering or test strategy development role, preferably in automotive infotainment or consumer electronics.- 5 years of team management- Demonstrated experience functioning in a highly collaborative, demanding, and fast-paced environment.- Working knowledge of shell scripting and integrating multiple systems into a complete validation solution.- Working knowledge of multiple scripting languages (C, C++, VB, LabView, TestStand, etc.).- Vehicle networking experience (CAN, MOST).- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.- Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing software bugs.- Dedicated performer with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.- Relentless learner with a dedication to learn new technologies and test methods.- Capable project management and time management skills.- Bug tracking tools (JIRA, etc.,).- Configuration Management tools (Perforce, GIT, etc.,).- Office productivity software.- Bachelor of Science of Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering.**What Makes You Eligible**- Willingness to travel 5-10% domestic and international.- Willingness to work in person, at our Environmental Lab, based in Qro- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment**What We Offer**- Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)- Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University- Competitive wellness benefits- Tuition Reimbursement- Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.LI-JH1**Important Notice: Recruitment Scams**- HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.