Battery Validation Lead Engineer

VINFAST is a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company committed to revolutionizing the automotive industry with sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. As a leading player in the EV market, VinFast is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge electric vehicles that redefine the driving experience. Our team consists of passionate professionals driven by a shared vision of creating a greener and more sustainable future through innovation, technology, and excellence.
In this role, you will be instrumental in the Battery Pack Institute, using your extensive skills to process and analyze large volumes of data. You will collaborate with diverse teams, including Engineering, Quality Control and VINFAST suppliers, to create cutting-edge solutions that will drive the future of transportation.
DVP&R Planning & Execution :
Prepare and execute comprehensive DVP&R for lithium-ion battery packs across all VinFast projects.
Facilitate risk-based validation plans incorporating DFMEA outcomes and regulatory needs.
Test Development & Oversight :
Review and validate test procedures (thermal, electrical, mechanical, environmental) to meet project and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate battery safety via in-house and third-party testing (e.g., thermal runaway, overcharge, impact/crush tests).
Design and supervise custom test setups and fixtures for specialized validation.
Regulatory & Compliance Management :
Ensure testing and validation activities comply with standards such as UN38.3, ECE R100.03, ISO 19453-6, ISO 12405, and VFDS.
Coordinate homologation activities and type approval testing with global certification bodies.
Cross-functional Leadership & Collaboration :
Lead cross-functional meetings to track validation project milestones and resolve execution bottlenecks.
Collaborate with Design, ESP, external labs, and suppliers to ensure seamless testing operations.
Conduct DFMEA sessions and facilitate resolution of DVPR-related failures.
Data & Documentation Management :
Manage and release validation-related documentation (DVPRs, SORs, Test Reports, DCRs) via Teamcenter.
Review and approve all supplier/in-house test procedures and reports.
Support Jira-based tracking for testing workflows and documentation.
Strategic & Operational Oversight :
Develop and manage validation budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource and lab utilization.
Contribute to internal test standards development and manage their release in Teamcenter.
Conduct warranty simulations for battery degradation over the vehicle lifetime.
Create global temperature profiles and drive cycles tailored for different vehicle use cases (e.g., private, taxi)
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
Minimum 5 years (for T5: 5 years, T6: < 5 years) of hands-on experience in battery system validation, compliance engineering, or equivalent roles.
Strong working knowledge of
DVP&R planning and execution
DFMEA, DOE, and SOR creation
HV battery systems and BMS
Testing and validation processes (thermal, mechanical, electrical)
Global regulatory standards and homologation procedures
Drive cycle development and environmental testing
Lab setup and management
Proficiency with tools and platforms:
Teamcenter (Release Management)
Jira
Microsoft Office, test data analysis tools
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Detail-oriented with strong documentation and communication skills
Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
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