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Excel Engineering

Powertrain testing and emissions regulation compliance

Validation Engineer

Full-Time
$75k - $115k/yr+ 401(k) Match
Senior
Bachelor's
Lexington, KY, USA
In Person
Biology & BiotechRegulatory & Quality (Life Sciences)

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or another related technical field from an ABET-accredited institution, such as Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
  • At least 5 years of related experience.
  • Experience applying current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) principles to equipment, facilities, utilities, laboratories, and computer systems.
  • Experience supporting commissioning and qualification of major capital projects or facility start-ups.
  • Ability to write and speak in English.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
  • Knowledge of relevant technical software.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to operate and program instruments such as temperature and humidity data loggers for controlled temperature and humidity chamber qualifications.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, execute, and review validation deliverables, including Validation Plans and Reports, User Requirements Specifications, Risk Assessments, Design Qualification, Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, Performance Qualification, Standard Operating Procedures, and Validation Maintenance packages.
  • Perform data collection and analysis, and resolve deviations or non-conformances identified during validation activities.
  • Author standard operating procedure updates and revisions related to processes, equipment, and system modifications.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to ensure successful project execution.
Desired Qualifications
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) registration or the ability to obtain it.

About the company

Excel Engineering provides testing services for all powertrain types, including ICE, EV, HEV, hydrogen, and battery systems. Its facilities feature over 40 engine testing cells across three locations, testing up to 5500 HP, and chassis dynos, supporting emissions testing, regulatory compliance, and development work. It also offers battery performance, environmental, and abuse testing, as well as service accumulation and DV/PV testing for OEMs during ramp-ups. The company differentiates itself with a broad, specialized suite of powertrain test capabilities—covering emissions, HV battery systems, e-motors, power transmission, and certification testing for ATV, SXS, motorcycles, and other vehicles under 40 CFR standards—combined with custom test development in collaboration with customers. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective testing solutions that accelerate product development and ensure regulatory compliance across traditional and emerging powertrain technologies.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Des Moines, Iowa

Founded

2002

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Fusion's January 2026 investment provides capital for scaling and facility expansion.
  • Excel's blue-chip OEM customer base supports repeat testing programs across vehicle lifecycles.
  • The Detroit-area Ricardo partnership and battery-testing expansion widen reach into hybrid and EV markets.

What critics are saying

  • Fusion's acquisition signals Excel needed outside capital to fund growth and modernization.
  • A new Q2 2026 chassis dynamometer launch demands execution; delays would hit OEM credibility.
  • Powertrain and emissions testing faces EV transition pressure, threatening core engine-testing demand by 2027.

What makes Excel Engineering unique

  • Excel Engineering's 2002-founded testing platform spans engines, batteries, powertrains, and certification.
  • Doug Sobotka kept control after Fusion's January 6, 2026 acquisition, preserving continuity.
  • Its Mount Ayr Battery Tech Center offers 30+ cells and 2,000-volt testing.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Employee Referral Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
Business Wire
Jan 7th, 2026
Excel Engineering, Inc. Announces New Partnership and Strategic Investment from Fusion Capital Partners

Excel Engineering, Inc. (“Excel” or “the Company”), a North American provider of testing services for engine, powertrain, battery systems and fuel types acro...