Jabil

Senior Product Validation Manager

Jabil$120K — $150K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in product development or validation engineering
  • 3-5 years of experience leading engineering teams or technical leads
  • Strong understanding of product validation methodologies and test lifecycle execution
  • Experience with hardware systems and firmware interaction

Responsibilities

  • Establish clear goals and performance expectations for team members
  • Manage team workload and prioritize across multiple programs
  • Provide leadership and development for engineers and test leads
  • Own the end-to-end validation execution process
  • Define validation scope and detailed test plans
  • Guide validation methodology across all testing facets
  • Act as the primary validation point of contact for program teams

Benefits

  • Opportunity for leadership and team development
  • Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with various engineering disciplines
  • Engagement in high-level program execution and strategic decision-making
  • Participation in a dynamic validation process impacting product delivery
  • Professional growth in technical management and operational excellence
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Lead and manage a Product Validation team responsible for executing end-to-end validation for assigned programs. Ensure validation scope, coverage, execution quality, and release readiness are achieved while driving strong cross-functional alignment with engineering, product, and manufacturing teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Management Responsibilities
  • Establish clear goals and performance expectations aligned to program delivery and quality metrics
  • Manage team workload, resource allocation, and prioritization across multiple programs
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development for engineers and test leads
  • Recruit, interview, and hire Product Validation engineering team members
  • Identify skill gaps and drive team capability development

Program Execution Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end validation execution, including planning, scheduling, execution oversight, and reporting
  • Define validation scope, coverage strategy, and detailed test plans aligned to requirements
  • Ensure validation activities meet phase entry/exit criteria
  • Ensure validation results provide clear and actionable engineering signal

Technical Management Responsibilities
  • Guide validation methodology across functional, performance, reliability, compliance, and system-level testing
  • Provide technical direction and oversight to engineers on coverage, prioritization, and defect quality
  • Lead validation readiness reviews and support release gating decisions
  • Ensure test configurations and execution align with product requirements and design intent
  • Cross-Functional Responsibilities
  • Act as the primary validation point of contact for program teams and stakeholders
  • Communicate validation plans, status, risks, and issues clearly and effectively
  • Partner with Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, Systems, and Manufacturing teams to ensure design-for-validation
  • Support customer interactions with validation data and technical insights

Operational Management Responsibilities
  • Track and manage key validation metrics, including coverage, defect trends, and schedule adherence
  • Ensure documentation of test plans, execution results, and lessons learned
  • Drive continuous improvement in validation processes, tools, and reporting
  • Support compliance to industry standards and customer requirements
  • Roughly 10% travel

Job Qualifications

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience in product development or validation engineering
  • 3–5 years of experience leading engineering teams or technical leads

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong understanding of product validation methodologies and test lifecycle execution
  • Experience with hardware systems (servers, storage, networking) and firmware interaction
  • Strong program execution, prioritization, and risk management skills
  • Ability to translate technical data into clear business and customer messaging
  • Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication

 

 

About Jabil

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. At Jabil, they are a product solutions company focused on empowering brands that have their sights set on empowering the world – it’s their reason for being, and the guiding force driving them to become the most technologically advanced and most trusted in their field. Whether they are serving one of the world’s biggest and best-known brands or the coolest tech startups, their resolve never wavers. They share common desires and values with these brands: to make a difference by empowering a better, healthier, safer, and cleaner world, in all they do.

Jabil Careers

Join Jabil's dynamic team today and be part of a global leader in manufacturing solutions, where innovation meets purposeful design. At Jabil, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and leadership development in an environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At Jabil, every position plays a critical role in our success. You’ll collaborate with a global team of professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions in various industries. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, empowering you to explore new paths and push boundaries.

Why Choose Jabil?

- **Innovative Culture**: Dive into a workplace where innovation is at the core of everything we do. At Jabil, creativity and new ideas lead the way to groundbreaking achievements. - **Diversity and Inclusion**: Join a team where diversity is celebrated. Jabil's commitment to diversity training ensures an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard. - **Career Growth**: With Jabil, your career trajectory is limitless. We offer extensive opportunities for career advancement, from professional development workshops to leadership training programs.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced role, Jabil has a variety of job opportunities to fit your skills and ambitions. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Jabil internship. Gain hands-on experience, enhance your skills, and network with industry leaders. Our internships provide a solid foundation for future employment and are a stepping stone to a full-time position at Jabil.

Benefits of Working at Jabil

- **Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. - **Global Networking**: Connect with colleagues around the world and expand your professional network within the industry. - **Employee Training**: Engage in ongoing training programs designed to hone your skills and enhance your career prospects.

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Learn more about Jabil
Size
238,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$213.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$27.5 billion
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