Senior Lead Engineer - Test & Validation M/F

• Job offer expiration: 11/06/2026
• Type of work: Hybrid
• Role: Individual Contributor / Specialist
• Location: Asia, India, Bengaluru

• Plan, define, and execute Hardware verification and validation (V&V) strategies for monitoring and control hardware used in wind turbine and industrial environments.
• Develop test plans, test cases, and validation protocols aligned with product requirements, regulatory standards, and customer specifications.
• Design and build test setups, fixtures, and automated test systems for functional, environmental, electrical, and reliability testing.
• Perform system-level testing including signal acquisition accuracy, protection features, communication interfaces (CAN, Modbus, Ethernet, RS485), and embedded system behaviour.
• Validate Analog and digital circuits, power electronics, sensor interfaces, and data acquisition systems used in monitoring solutions.
• Conduct environmental and reliability tests such as temperature cycling, vibration, humidity, surge, ESD, and power variation testing.
• Support compliance and certification testing (EMC, safety, grid/industrial standards such as IEC/UL where applicable).
• Analyse test results, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions with design, firmware, and manufacturing teams.
• Create and maintain test reports, validation documentation, and traceability matrices for audits and product releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware design, firmware, mechanical, quality, and production engineering.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) builds, pilot runs, and field validation activities.

Must Have Skills & Experience:

• Around 10-15 years of hands-on experience in Testing and validation of electronic product design and development.
• Strong understanding of Analog/digital electronics, power electronics basics, and sensor/data acquisition circuits.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, electronic loads, signal generators, and data acquisition systems.
• Write basic code/scripts for testing/validating HW peripherals or system functions.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN, Modbus, RS485, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART.
• Knowledge of communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet).
• Understanding of power supply design, protection circuits, and EMC design.
• Ability to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and system architecture.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and root cause analysis skills.
• Good documentation and communication skills, with ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to create technical documentation, datasheets, application notes and working instructions.
• Coordination on technical aspects and have a broader perspective of the product.

 Good to Have Skills & Experience:

• Experience with wind turbine subsystems, condition monitoring systems (CMS), SCADA interfaces, or industrial automation hardware.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical integration, enclosures, IP ratings, and environmental protection for outdoor/harsh environments. 
• Prior experience in a regulated domain (e.g., wind, automotive, industrial and backup products).

 Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Strong documentation skills.

Additional information:

Educational Qualification Required:

• Bachelor's degree (mandatory) – B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical & Electronics.

Relevant Experience Required: 10+ years.

Breadth of the Role: Global.

Customer / Supplier Interaction: Yes - Discussing Requirements.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a pioneering company dedicated to renewable energy.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

By joining KK Group, you will be part of a culture where diversity is embraced, every nationality is respected, and trust and collaboration across perspectives drives our success. Across our global organisation, we offer a wide range of job opportunities spanning office-based roles, production facilities, and onsite positions worldwide. Our roles cover multiple functions, locations, and disciplines, providing diverse career paths across the business. Whether you’re interested in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or support functions, you’ll find opportunities at KK Group to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.