Assistant Test Engineering Manager

Jabil•Florence, KY

About The Position

The Assistant Test Engineering Manager provides test solutions and strategies through effective management of people, systems, procedures, and equipment. The role drives innovation and continuous improvement in Test Engineering through new technologies in systems, equipment, and processes, while supporting customers, team members, and shareholders. The position leads recruitment, employee development, performance management, and communication for Test Engineering teams. It defines and implements strategies aligned with campus and Workcell business directions, oversees departmental cost management and forecasting, and advances technical practices through metrics, process improvements, test strategy evaluation, and test equipment and software development and procurement. The role also ensures compliance with company policies, safety and health rules, quality requirements, and security procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of work-related experience.
Minimum of 5 years of management experience.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate about technical and scientific journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and business community members.
Ability to present information effectively to senior management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Advanced PC skills, including familiarity with Jabil software packages.
Ability to perform calculations involving discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems involving varied conditions and limited standardization.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and email.
A combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered in place of the specified education and experience requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, and hire Assistant Test Engineering Managers; provide hiring criteria and coach managers on hiring processes.
Monitor team turnover and implement improvements to retention factors.
Identify employee and team strengths and development needs; create or validate training curricula, coach and mentor staff, and manage succession plans.
Set measurable individual and team goals, solicit feedback, coach employees, conduct timely evaluations, and drive performance and operational improvements.
Coordinate large teams during crises and ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently.
Facilitate communication and information sharing within the department, adapting communication style to team members.
Define and implement Test Engineering strategies aligned with campus and Workcell business strategies, and report execution progress to business and operations leaders.
Identify cost-reduction opportunities, monitor departmental costs and trends, and provide cost feedback to peers.
Prepare timely departmental forecasts and compare forecasts with historical actual results.
Drive continuous improvement using trend analysis and metrics; assess Workcell data-gathering methods and ensure procedures and work instructions are efficient.
Develop and implement new practices, processes, and measurement systems; share best practices across Jabil facilities.
Provide customer-focused support, resolve issues effectively, and lead by example.
Assist troubled Workcells and support product launches, promoting a back-to-basics approach as needed.
Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, including health and safety, quality, and security requirements, and appropriately handle confidential information.
Evaluate customer test strategies and recommend test solutions to meet customer requests.
Drive the development of specialized test equipment and software, and manage procurement of test equipment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.