Lead Engineer - V&V
EatonPune, Maharashtra, India
Posted February 18, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Eaton is a global leader in intelligent power management, delivering solutions that improve quality of life while protecting the environment. The company focuses on electrification, digitalization, and renewable energy, providing products ranging from industrial clutches and brakes to hybrid power systems for automotive and aerospace applications. Eaton's portfolio also includes manufacturing, filtration, and plastic extrusion, enabling integrated supply-chain solutions that support energy transition and sustainability goals. With a strong commitment to ethics, equal opportunity, and responsible business practices, Eaton differentiates itself as a trusted partner for customers seeking reliable, future-proof power solutions.
Job Description
Eaton is seeking a Lead Engineer - Validation in Pune, India. The role will involve working with product engineering to understand customer requirements and implications for testing programs related to Power Distribution modules & Fuse Boxes, Circuit Protection devices (circuit breakers, fuses) products. The individual will be responsible for developing DVPR, test plans and test cases for LVPC products and systems to meet customer requirements and schedules.
Requirements
- Graduate in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical Engineering
- 10+ years with BE or 8+ years experience with ME / MTech
- Strong awareness of testing methodologies including test rigs, data acquisition systems, and inspection techniques
- Experience in fault identification and implementation of corrective actions
- Familiarity with safety and quality management practices in engineering environments
- Clear understanding of sensors, electronic components used in data acquisition systems, and control software such as LabVIEW
- Prior experience in problem-solving and continuous improvement using LEAN tools for test equipment utilization and cost optimization
- Knowledge of systems engineering principles, requirements management, validation, verification, and certification processes in automotive or electrical domains
- Hands-on experience in analyzing, designing, and testing various power electronics converter topologies including inverters and DC-DC converters
- Deep understanding and experience in gate driver circuit design, analysis, and optimization for IGBT and MOSFET devices
- Practical experience with power converter development, testing, and control strategies for electric drives used in traction or DC-DC converter applications
- Exposure to digital communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, RS232, SPI, and I2C
- Strong knowledge and experience in EMI/EMC standards and compliance
- Proficiency in DFSS tools and methodologies
- Proven ability to drive and track On-Time Delivery (OTD), Critical to Quality (CTQ) maturity, First Pass Yield (FPY), and Quality Operating System (QOS) metrics on key growth programs
- Advanced problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to technical challenges