What To Expect
The Passive Safety Team plans, executes, analyzes, and reports on crash, sled, and component-level testing for vehicle development, regulatory certification, and consumer protection programs (e.g., Euro NCAP). We are constructing a new passive safety component test lab in Berlin, Germany; this position will be responsible for overseeing the European passive safety testing, lab, and team.

What You'll Do

Lead, grow, and mentor the passive safety team in the commissioning, operation, and continuous improvement of the new Berlin passive safety component test lab, with a primary focus on pedestrian and interior impact, vehicle structure, and airbag deployment testing

Oversee the planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of crash, sled, and component-level test programs for vehicle development, regulatory certification (e.g., Euro NCAP and ECE), and consumer protection initiatives, ensuring alignment with program timelines and quality standards

Serve as the senior technical authority on passive safety regulations, protocols, and test equipment (including calibrations, data acquisition, and fixture validation), providing guidance to the team and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve complex issues

Manage lab resources, budgets, and workflows to drive efficiency, quality improvements, and innovation in test methodologies, including the design and validation of custom test fixtures and procedures

Coordinate with program managers, suppliers, factory teams, and internal engineering groups to prioritize test samples, integrate passive safety requirements into vehicle design, and validate system performance in BEV platforms

Foster a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and promoting best practices across all lab activities

Drive strategic initiatives for lab expansion, equipment upgrades, and process optimization, while reporting on team performance, test outcomes, and key metrics to leadership

What You'll Bring

Leadership experience in automotive passive safety testing, ideally managing teams at an OEM or third-party test lab, with a proven track record in Euro NCAP, ECE regulatory compliance, and BEV vehicle development (Tesla-specific experience preferred)

Deep hands-on expertise with passive safety test equipment and methodologies, including data acquisition systems, high-speed cameras, launchers, deployment systems, and hydraulic rigs, coupled with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Proficiency in technical communication and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, JIRA, Tesla-specific diagnostics), with excellent English skills for collaborating with global teams and presenting findings to regulators, agencies, and leadership

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering or a related field, plus 4+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role

Proactive leadership style with a focus on team development, adaptability in fast-paced environments, and the ability to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results under pressure

Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills, with experience in budgeting, resource allocation, and driving quality/efficiency projects in a lab or testing environment

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