Quality Test Engineer

ASSA ABLOY•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Leads a team of technicians in the planning, execution, and improvement of testing procedures for our products and systems. This role combines hands-on testing expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring high-quality deliverables and team performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field.
Three to five years of experience in testing or quality assurance, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
Proficiency in MS Office
Ability to read and interpret documents such as complex drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondences in English.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small/large group situations and speak effectively before groups of customers, suppliers or employees within the organization.
Assist the organization with establishing practices that align with ISO requirements.
Proficiency in testing tools and equipment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) (IDEC).
Experience designing and building testing fixtures.
Must have good communication and organizational skills and be attentive to detail.

Nice To Haves

LEAN/6 Sigma Certification – Green Belt desired.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee test plans, procedures, and environments for hardware and finished product.
Conduct various types of testing (e.g., functional, performance, regression, integration).
Analyze and interpret test results, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and industry regulations.
Ensure compliance with Testing Lab certifications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance) to optimize testing strategies.
Drive continuous improvement with/for the Test and Evaluation Department.
Serves as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies to ensure that all test and evaluation activities meet applicable compliance standards and product certification requirements.
Lead and manage a team of test technicians and junior engineers.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.
Schedule and allocate resources to meet testing deadlines and production goals.
Maintain and upgrade test cells and equipment to support efficient operations.
Participate in hiring, training, and development of team members.
Make day-to-day decisions within the department and contribute to strategic planning.