Senior EVSE Conformance & Quality Test Engineer

Volkswagen Group

. Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies for EVSE products, including AC and DC charging systems.

Posted 5/7/2026contractAshburn • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies for EVSE products, including AC and DC charging systems.
Design, implement, and maintain test plans, test cases, and automated test frameworks.
Validate system performance, safety, interoperability, and regulatory compliance (UL, IEC, SAE standards).
Conduct functional, regression, stress, environmental, and field testing.
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, software, and product teams to identify and resolve defects.
Analyze test results, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with protocols such as SAE 1772, OCPP 2.X, ISO 15118, IEC 6185, IEC 62196, UL 2202, UL 2251, and communication interfaces (CAN, PLC, Ethernet).
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
Support certification processes and work with external Vendors, labs, and regulatory bodies as needed.
Participate in design reviews and provide input on testability, reliability, and quality risks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
5 - 8 years of experience in product testing or quality engineering, preferably in EVSE, automotive, or power electronics.
Strong understanding of EV charging systems, power electronics, and grid interaction.
Experience with EVSE standards (e.g., SAE J1772, CCS, CHAdeMO, IEC 61851).
Proficiency in test automation tools and scripting (Python, LabVIEW, or similar).
Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, environmental chambers).
Familiarity with communication protocols (OCPP, Modbus, CAN, TCP/IP).
Experience with defect tracking systems and QA methodologies (Agile/Scrum).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

test strategiestest planstest casesautomated test frameworksfunctional testingregression testingstress testingenvironmental testingdefect trackingtest automation

Soft Skills

collaborationmentoringproblem-solvinganalytical skillscommunication