Control System Validation Manager

As a Control System Engineering Manager, you will be responsible to lead the validation (test)  team to ensure the successful qualification of new products and ensure timely support of testing needs on legacy products.  Control System Engineering Manager will lead a team of test engineers and technicians engineers who develop test cases and test embedded firmware for energy efficient, low GWP, state-of-the-art heating, cooling and IAQ products.  Develops high-level strategic project plans, executes capital projects and performs significant activities requiring multi-functional teams.

Position Responsibilities may include:

• Responsibility for the Validation) for all embedded software used in Embedded Controllers supporting using 8 bit to 32 bit embedded processors and SoC’s 
• Responsibility to manage people, projects, and technology: as people manager and SME. 
• Expectation that the candidate is proficient in embedded systems testing for electro-mechanical systems – must be enthusiastic for directly contributing to testing, development (programming), bug fixing, issue resolution and design review.  
• Develop and manage project schedules related to existing product launches or design modifications.
• Management of the embedded firmware and end product testing team, ensure the productivity of its participants and “right-size” resources for the workload. 
• Coordinate project work internally with the department and externally with other departments to ensure on-time completion of projects within budget.
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.

Nature & Scope:

• Ensures work is aligned with the Director’s expectations, goals, and vision  
• Accountable for implementation of policies, processes, and procedures for short-term results 
• Decisions and problem-solving are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance from Senior Manager/Director 
• Works on difficult to moderately complex issues and projects  
• Provides guidance and training to subordinates 
• Has authority to hire, recommend pay, establish performance and recommend for termination 
• Level of signing authority established by company policy/guidelines

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong leadership experience including influencing employees to be a part of continuous improvement. 
• Deep understanding of Electro-mechanical systems and embedded systems.
• Software skills including JIRA, Atlassian toolset, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge in embedded C for Electromechanical devices (HVAC, Medical Device, Appliances, Automotive, Flow Control)
• Preferred testing and validation experience in microcontroller-based systems – Microchip, Atmel, ST, Renesas (or equivalent)  
• Experience with version control and release process, its various usages, and systems built around it such as Bitbucket/ GitHub / GitLab
• Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong project management –PM skills
• Effective communication skills - both verbal and written; business acumen
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams & collaboration skills.
• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.

Experience:

• 8 years with embedded software testing, documentation, and code review 
• 3 years in a leadership role (project or people manager) 
• Solid understanding of industry best practices related to software development 

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering required

People Management:  Yes

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Reports To: Sr. Manager, Controls

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.