Sr Test Engineering Manager

Jabil•Florence, KY

About The Position

The Sr. Test Engineering Manager is responsible for providing optimal test solutions and strategies through effective management of people, systems, procedures, and equipment. The role drives innovation and continuous improvement in Test Engineering by harnessing new technologies in systems, equipment, and processes, while providing support to customers, team members, and shareholders. It also supports global Test Engineering initiatives.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of test engineering in the SMT industry.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
Ability to handle complex engineering issues and provide engineering solutions for company operations.
Experience with commercial and custom automated test equipment.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and frequently changing priorities.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate about common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil software packages.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle varied concrete variables where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and email.
Minimum of 8 years of work-related experience.
Minimum of 5 years of management experience.
A combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate quotations for new models from new and existing customers to support company growth.
Manage the Test Engineering Department to operate with a high level of efficiency and integrity.
Review and develop department structure, seating capacity, and forecasts; manage operational metrics and assets.
Research, develop, and implement Workcell systems, support, and ISO/QS systems.
Compile and document data to analyze performance and make changes to testing processes.
Develop, motivate, and challenge Test Engineering employees; organize workloads and ensure employees are appropriately challenged.
Ensure test equipment is maintained in optimal condition to minimize downtime.
Seek new test technologies to support employee development and provide added value to customers.
Establish a failure analysis group to track cost-effective test-reject inventory and reporting processes related to failures.
Establish a test development group to increase company value and meet customer needs.
Reduce costs through automation and process simplification.
Provide timely, meaningful employee performance feedback, conduct annual performance appraisals, and develop training plans.
Hire, train, and manage test personnel to support production ramp-ups and new business start-ups.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.