Manager - Ee System Validation

About River :

River is an electric vehicle company building multi-utility scooters. At River, we’re building scooters of tomorrow for the ambitious youth of today. Because we believe people only need two things to achieve success : the desire to make it to the top, and the means to get there.

With our flagship product River Indie, SUV of Scooters, is designed to help you get things done. Engineered to be a dependable ally on your road to success. We are backed by marquee international investors - these are mobility focused funds backed by Yamaha Motors, Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, Toyota VC and Maniv Mobility.

Key Responsibilities :

Team Leadership and Management :

Lead and manage a team of validation engineers, providing technical guidance and mentorship. Define team objectives and ensure timely delivery of validation milestones.

Validation Strategy Development :

Develop comprehensive validation strategies for EV 2-wheeler systems, including powertrain, battery, and auxiliary systems. Define system-level test plans, test cases, and acceptance criteria based on design specifications. Ensure validation covers hardware, software, and system integration aspects. Conduct tests for electrical parameters, thermal management, and system efficiency.

Standards and Compliance :

Ensure system validation aligns with automotive and EV-specific standards such as AIS-156, ISO 26262, and EMC / EMI regulations. Validate compliance with safety and homologation requirements.

Failure Analysis and Debugging :

Investigate and resolve system-level failures during testing. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions. Analyze test data, identify performance trends, and generate validation reports. Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders for design improvements.

Cross-functional Collaboration :

Work closely with design, software, and integration teams to address validation feedback. Support end-to-end validation from component level to full system integration.

Ideal Candidate :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience in system validation and testing, preferably in EV or automotive domains. Proven track record of leading validation projects for EV powertrain and electronic systems. Expertise in validation tools and equipment, such as CANalyzer, CANoe, oscilloscopes, and thermal chambers. Strong understanding of communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and diagnostic methods. Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) and homologation processes.