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If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job Summary\nFlex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, which we’re calling SpinCo, until the name is unveiled. The spin is planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support SpinCo, which will focus on critical digital infrastructure, delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.\nTo support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Director, Engineering Labs & Validation Operations located in Austin, TX.\nReporting to the Chief Technology Officer, the Director, Engineering Labs & Validation Operations will be responsible for leading the engineering laboratory strategy, validation infrastructure, test operations, and technical facility capabilities supporting the development of next-generation AI data center platforms. This role will oversee the planning, operation, expansion, and continuous improvement of laboratory and test environments used to validate electrical systems, power infrastructure, cooling solutions, controls, compute platforms, modular infrastructure products, and integrated system architectures.\nWhat a typical day looks like:\nDevelop and execute the engineering labs and validation operations strategy.\nLead multidisciplinary lab operations, validation engineering, test engineering, technician, and technical services teams.\nEstablish scalable validation capabilities for rack-level, cluster-level, modular, and facility-scale systems.\nOversee prototype, qualification, reliability, performance, compliance, and certification testing.\nDefine laboratory roadmaps, capacity models, investment plans, operating budgets, and asset utilisation strategies.\nEstablish validation methodologies, engineering standards, safety requirements, procedures, and governance processes.\nPartner with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, EHS, Facilities, and Supply Chain teams.\nSupport customer demonstrations, proof-of-concept testing, technical reviews, and executive technology showcases.\nDrive lab automation, digital instrumentation, data acquisition, analytics, and AI-enabled test environments.\nMonitor lab utilisation, schedules, capital investments, operating expenses, safety, and productivity performance.\nThe experience we’re looking to add to our team:\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.\n12+ years of experience in engineering, validation, testing, laboratory operations, product development, and technical leadership.\nProven leadership of engineering organizations supporting complex hardware, data center infrastructure, AI/HPC platforms, or other mission-critical systems.\nExtensive experience managing engineering laboratories, validation environments, technical facilities, test operations, and certification activities.\nStrong technical knowledge of electrical power systems, liquid cooling, automation and controls, instrumentation, data acquisition, reliability engineering, and validation methodologies.\nDemonstrated success managing capital investments, operating budgets, laboratory assets, capacity planning, and resource allocation while driving operational excellence.\nProven ability to build and lead high-performing technical teams, influence executive stakeholders, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.\nEA42\nSS26\nAA01\nCH12\nMS14\nCC11\nEC37\nPF38\nJS21\nNV60\nFL75\nWhat you'll receive for the great work you provide:\nFull range of medical, dental, and vision plans\nLife Insurance\nShort-term and Long-term Disability\nMatching 401(k) Contributions\nVacation and Paid Sick Time\nTuition Reimbursement\n\nApplication Deadline:\nApplications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.\nJob Posting Start Date 08-28-2026 Job Posting End Date\n\nJob Category\nDesign, Process & Technology EngineeringIs Sponsorship Available?\nNoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email  and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. 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