Product Validation Manager - Large & Compact Tractors - #260018

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CNH Industrial is a world-class equipment and services company. Driven by its purpose of Breaking New Ground, which centers on Innovation, Sustainability and Productivity, the Company provides the strategic direction, R&D capabilities, and investments that enable the success of its five core Brands: Case IH, New Holland Agriculture and STEYR, supplying 360° agriculture applications from machines to implements and the digital technologies that enhance them; and CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment delivering a full lineup of construction products that make the industry more productive. Across a history spanning over two centuries, CNH Industrial has always been a pioneer in its sectors and continues to passionately innovate and drive customer efficiency and success, driven by its purpose of Breaking New Ground. As a truly global company, CNH Industrial’s 35,000+ employees form part of a diverse and inclusive workplace, focused on empowering customers to grow, and build, a better world.

The Large & Compact Tractor team is seeking a Product Validation Manager to lead our product validation team in Fargo, ND. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Product Validation Leader to manage team performance, allocating resources, and ensuring timely completion of test requests aligned with the Integrated Validation Plan (IVP).

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technicians across all experience levels.
• Oversee performance management, career development, and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Conduct regular 1:1s, set objectives, deliver performance assessments, and implement improvement plans.
• Manage team direction, resource allocation, and execution of validation activities.
• Collaborate with the PV Site Leader on staffing, resource planning, and hiring decisions.
• Advocate for and manage internal and external resources, including SOW and agency support.
• Support early product development by enabling technical leadership and risk mitigation strategies.
• Promote technical growth and ensure teams have the tools and training needed for success.
• Ensure high-quality, reliable, and efficient engineering outputs; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay informed on industry trends and research to guide team expertise and innovation.
• Oversee preparation and analysis of validation reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain comprehensive test records and communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage capital assets and identify equipment needs to support Integrated Validation Plans (IVPs).
  
  

The annual salary for this role is $119,000 – $159,000 (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or related field)
• A minimum of 6 years relevant product development / engineering experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Management
• Resource management experience with the ability to delegate responsibilities and to match assignments/tasks to skill sets, experience and capacity
• Demonstrated leadership qualities in building successful teams.
• Experience in driving change, improvement and organizational development
• Hands-on experience with Off-Road, Commercial Vehicle or Automotive products.
• Previous program management experience highly desired.
• Proficiency in completion of multiple medium to large projects from conception to product release utilizing the Global Product Development Process.
  
  

CNH Industrial offers a wide variety of benefits that not only encourages wellness and preventive care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Our industry leading 401k will support you in meeting your retirement objectives. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, flexible work policies, opportunities for self-development and paid leave for specific activities. Click here for more information!

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal “EEO is the Law” poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

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