Senior Manager - Eichrecht Operations &

Key Responsibilities

Eichrecht Operations Ownership

• Own all operational processes related to Eichrecht compliance for DC fast charging systems.
• Define and maintain procedures for:
  • Initial validation and Eichung
  • Revalidation/reverification
  • Meter replacements
  • Seal handling and resealing
  • Firmware/software updates impacting metrology
  • Regulated service interventions
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for operational Eichrecht implementation.

First-Time Validation & Revalidation

• Ensure chargers are fully prepared for initial Eichung and authority inspections.
• Coordinate and support field validation and revalidation activities with calibration authorities.
• Define acceptance criteria and readiness requirements for compliant commissioning and reverification.
• Manage processes for chargers requiring re-Eichung following regulated repairs or configuration changes.

Technician Qualification & Compliance

• Develop and maintain technician training, certification, and qualification programs for Eichrecht-relevant work.
• Ensure technicians remain current on the latest procedures, Eichrecht interpretations, and regulatory requirements.
• Audit field execution and documentation quality to ensure compliant work practices.
• Maintain authorization controls for regulated interventions.

Tooling & Operational Readiness

• Define, procure, and maintain all tools and equipment required for Eichrecht field activities.
• Ensure tooling, seals, service laptops, and calibration equipment remain approved, traceable, and compliant.
• Standardize field kits and operational processes across service organizations.

Type Certificate & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all field configurations remain within the approved Baumusterprüfbescheinigung scope.
• Maintain compliance of:
  • Firmware/software versions
  • Hardware configurations
  • Metering components
  • Security and sealing requirements
• Support engineering change management and assess certification impact of field changes.

Documentation & Audit Support

• Maintain audit-ready records for validations, seals, firmware traceability, technician certifications, and authority inspections.
• Support external audits, and authority reviews.
• Track KPIs related to validation success, non-conformities, and compliance performance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Metrology, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• 5+ years experience in regulated technical operations, EV charging, legal metrology, or calibration systems.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Eichrecht / MessEG / MessEV
  • OCMF/transparency systems
  • DC fast charging systems
  • Legally relevant software controls
• Experience working with calibration authorities and certification bodies preferred.
• Fluent German and English preferred.

Key Success Metrics

• First-pass success rate of Eichung and revalidation visits
• Reduction of field compliance issues and audit findings
• Technician certification and readiness compliance
• Fleet compliance with approved type-certified configurations
• Timely completion of reverification activities
• Accuracy and completeness of regulatory documentation