Test Engineer IV

Jabil • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Test Engineer IV serves as a senior technical leader in Jabil’s test engineering organization, supporting electronic manufacturing operations through the design, development, implementation, and optimization of advanced test solutions. The role works closely with customers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop robust test strategies, support successful product launches, and continuously improve quality, yield, and operational performance.

The position provides technical leadership for complex customer programs and manufacturing operations. It leads engineering initiatives, mentors junior engineers, supports new product introductions, and drives improvements that enhance customer satisfaction and business performance. The role also supports customer audits and technical reviews, maintains engineering documentation, and ensures testing processes meet customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems.

Jabil describes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and global career mobility. The role offers collaboration with talented teams and work on innovative technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10 or more years of progressive Test Engineering experience within electronics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience developing and supporting automated test systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with ICT, Functional Test, ESS, and/or System-Level Test methodologies.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and customer-facing engineering initiatives.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of electronic circuit testing and manufacturing processes.
• Expertise in test hardware, fixture, and software development.
• Strong understanding of automated test systems and test automation strategies.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and identify trends that drive quality and operational improvements.
• Experience developing test plans, procedures, and validation protocols.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to interface directly with customers.
• Ability to mentor engineers and influence cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems, statistical tools, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience within EMS or contract manufacturing environments.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.
• Experience with advanced test automation programming and software development.
• Experience supporting complex, high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience serving as a technical lead or subject matter expert across multiple customer programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead test engineering resource for assigned customer programs and manufacturing workcells.
• Lead the design, development, validation, and maintenance of test hardware, software, fixtures, and procedures.
• Support and optimize ICT, Functional Test (FVT), ESS, and System-Level Test solutions.
• Communicate technical requirements, project status, and test strategies to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Develop specialized test equipment and software programs for new and existing products.
• Evaluate emerging test technologies and recommend solutions to improve product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Test Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action efforts related to test performance and product quality.
• Analyze test data, identify trends, and implement improvements to increase yields and reduce defects.
• Support customer audits, technical reviews, and engineering escalations.
• Lead test engineering activities for new product introductions, including developing test strategies and validation plans.
• Create and deliver training on new testing procedures to manufacturing personnel and engineering teams.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness.
• Drive process improvements that increase test efficiency, reliability, and throughput.
• Identify opportunities for automation, cost reduction, and elimination of non-value-added activities.
• Monitor manufacturing and test performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support best practices, standardization, and engineering process improvements.
• Manage multiple technical projects and priorities while meeting customer and business objectives.
• Coordinate resources and project activities to deliver according to schedule and budget requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during critical production issues and support rapid problem resolution.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Program Management teams to achieve customer expectations.
• Follow company quality, safety, and security procedures.
• Ensure testing processes comply with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and test records.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees professionally and personally.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and global career mobility.
• Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams and work on innovative technologies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior