Manager Validation

In joining us you will play an important part from the very start in developing a new generation of large-scale European battery factories. Northvolt will play an important role in the transformation to a carbon-free society, and this is your opportunity to take part in leading those efforts and help drive us to success.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead a team of Test & Validation engineers through hiring, coaching, mentoring, feedback and hands-on career development.
• Drive and be accountable for delivery of the project activities regarding test and validation.
• Establish team structure and define roles to execute validation for cell projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, production, and quality assurance, to align test & validation activities with project timelines and objectives.
• Facilitate communication and clarification of technical requirements between customers and Northvolt's internal stakeholders.
• Work with the test and validation team on strategy, roadmap and execution.
• Grow a healthy, safe and collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
• Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of validation activities, including protocols, reports, and deviations, in compliance with company procedures and regulatory standards.
• Definition and release of relevant processes, procedures, and methods for respective area.
• Clarify internal or external (customer) escalations within respective area.
• Set objectives for team members based on the team and project objectives and timeline.
• Follow up and initiate corrective actions if needed.
• Provide training and guidance for team members and other stakeholders on validation processes, protocols, and best practices.
• Support the team on validation data analysis to identify trends, deviations, and areas for improvement, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance validation processes and increase efficiency.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field.
• +4 years of experience in a technical role in development of lithium-ion based technologies (with focus on Validation, Cell Design, Process).
• Strong knowledge of validation principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in managing a validation team or test facility.
• Experience with risk assessment techniques (e.g., FMEA) and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.
• Familiarity with battery cell manufacturing processes, equipment, and materials is a plus.

Specific skills:

• Proven track record of leading and developing a high-profile team in an international environment.
• Knowledge of battery cell testing methods and standards (e.g., UN38.3, IEC 62133) is a plus.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with validation software systems is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate fluently and humbly with all types of different humans choosing effective methods based on context, audience and purpose.
• Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, excellent time management.
• Working experience with OEM customers is a plus

Apply with CV in English or your complete LinkedIn profile.

Full time employment, fixed salary.

Planned starting date is ASAP.