Project Manager (Jr) - Automotive Product Validation Job at Ample, Inc. in San F

About Ample:

Are you ready to make a global impact? Ample, inc. is a cutting-edge electric vehicle battery swapping company at the forefront of sustainable transportation solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean and efficient mobility by revolutionizing the way EVs are powered. At Ample, we utilize advanced robotics to enable rapid and cost-effective modular battery swapping, making powering your electric car as convenient as a gas station visit. Our passionate team of technologists, designers, and environmental advocates is dedicated to addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our era. Join Ample and be part of our mission to make this accessible to billions of vehicles worldwide.

About the Role:

At Ample, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation. We value diversity, innovation, and collaboration, and we provide a supportive work environment where your ideas can thrive.

Responsibilities:

As a Product Validation Project Manager, you will work closely with the automotive validation program manager, production program manager, logistics manager, test engineers and testing labs to coordinate, plan and execute the product test plan.

What You'll Do:

• Supports Testing Program Manager for the successful planning and execution of product validations and certifications of battery modules, battery packs, and vehicles with Ample´s swappable batteries
• Coordinates and follows testing activities related to test sample preparation, supporting tools/equipment availability, external and internal laboratory testing and logistics
• Coordinates engineering support needed for executing tests internally and externally
• Ensures the proper documentation of test reports, and the communication of testing results and findings to the appropriate engineering stakeholders
• Identifies, manages and escalates risks for the timely execution of testing programs

What You'll Bring:

• S. in relevant technical / engineering discipline
• 1-3 years of industry experience in a product validation or product development role in the Automotive industry
• Experience in product validation/testing of electric/electronic components is a plus
• Familiarity with EVs and/or EV battery pack technologies is a plus
• Excellent organization skills and ability to work on several projects, simultaneously
• Hands-on person with the ability to solve problems independently in a complex environment
• Use of project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet and Airtable.

We are an equal opportunity and E-verified Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status.