Test Engineer IV

Jabil•Florence, KY

About The Position

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. Operating from over 100 facilities in 26 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated and tailored solutions to customers across a broad range of industries and end-markets, such as automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearable tech, defense and aerospace, connected home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging and printing Jabil is seeking a Test Engineer IV (Lead Test Engineer) to join our team in Northern Kentucky. This role will be a key contributor to the transformative growth of our Advanced Compute team by applying innovative approaches to developing end-customer product solutions. The Test Engineer IV will drive improvements in product quality and efficiency, playing a pivotal role during the integration phase and supporting both new and sustaining AI/ML, GPGPU, and hardware accelerator-based server, networking, and storage platforms . SUMMARY The Test Engineer IV is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining test procedures, hardware, and software in a dynamic server manufacturing environment. This role leverages failure analysis techniques to identify root causes of issues and implement effective solutions. The Test Engineer IV also identifies, diagnoses, and resolves hardware and software challenges during testing and integration processes. Additionally, they lead and guide the Test Engineering team, promoting efficiency, integrity, and excellence in all tasks. The position involves developing and maintaining scripts to automate testing, analyzing data to support continuous improvement efforts, and evaluating system performance for AI/ML, GPGPU, and hardware accelerator-based server and storage platforms .

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics or Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline (MSEE preferred).
Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience in failure analysis and electronic / hardware testing within a fast-paced manufacturing, mass production environment.
Technical Expertise: Expertise with Linux Terminal and Bash scripting; ability to train others on Linux basics.
Intermediate programming skills in Bash and Python.
Advanced understanding of statistical analysis for data-driven decision-making.
Proficiency in scripting languages, hardware/network troubleshooting, and Linux, with advanced command-line expertise.
Strong knowledge of networking concepts, including WAN, LAN, switches, transceivers, and optical fibers.
Solid understanding of computer/server hardware and software integration, diagnostics, and repair.
Experience with performance and functional testing of complex compute systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to draw conclusions from data and recommend improvements.
Excellent communication skills, capable of simplifying and explaining complex concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain test procedures, tester hardware, and software in a fast-paced server manufacturing environment.
Perform failure analysis to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
Diagnose and resolve hardware and software-related issues during testing and integration processes.
Develop and maintain scripts to automate testing, collect and analyze data, and evaluate system performance for AI/ML and hardware accelerator-based platforms.
Lead test engineering staff to deliver high-quality results, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Train and mentor engineers, technicians, and support staff on testing processes and procedures.
Act as a technical liaison for assigned customers, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
Drive continuous improvement by exploring new testing methods and technologies to enhance quality.
Monitor and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities through coordination with test engineers and technicians.
Recruit and interview test engineers and technicians.
Coach and mentor team members, identifying areas for growth and development.
Develop and validate training materials to support team competency.
Set measurable goals for the team and monitor progress.
Provide constructive feedback, coaching, and recognition to team members.
Lead by example, fostering a positive and productive team culture.
Clearly communicate department goals and expectations.
Adapt communication styles to suit team members and stakeholders.
Align team strategies with campus and organizational goals, ensuring progress is regularly reported.
Adhere to all company safety and security policies.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through process optimization and efficiency improvements.
Provide regular updates on cost trends and strategies to improve value.