Test Engineering Manager (G-Project)
Role summary
The Test Engineering Manager will supervise and manage a team of test engineers and technicians, ensuring the efficient operation of test environments, equipment, and tools. This role involves planning, implementing, and continuously improving test processes in compliance with quality standards and customer specifications. The manager will be responsible for designing test equipment specifications, defining headcount and training needs, and overseeing the selection, development, and evaluation of their team. Additionally, the position requires adherence to environmental, occupational, and fire safety regulations, including ISO 14001 standards. A relevant technical degree and a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, are required.
**Position:Manager, Test Engineering
Report to:Senior Manager, Test & FA Engineering
Department:Test Engineering
Location: Houston or relocation as required**
Main function
- Supervises and manages the work of employees within the assigned test area
- Plans, implements, continuously improves, and coordinates processes related to existing and new products
- Ensures the efficient operation of the test environment, test equipment, and test tools in compliance with customer requirements to support effective testing processes
- Designs and develops test equipment specifications
- Designs and ensures the effective operation of test engineering processes
- Defines the necessary headcount and training needs for the efficient operation of the test engineering department
Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not Limited to...)
- Ensures testing processes are in line with quality standards and customer or otherwise defined specifications
- Responsible for the selection, continuous development, and evaluation of Test Engineers, Test Engineer Assistants, Shift Leaders, and Test Technicians in their organization
- Accountable for the outcomes of activities within the test engineering department, including defining the sub-processes and competence needs required for effective operations
- Proposes and implements continuous improvement solutions
- Supports internal training programs aimed at improving production efficiency, reducing scrap rates, and developing employees' technical skills
- Ensures the necessary training is provided for employees affected by new product introductions, process changes, or technology updates
- As a middle manager, reports directly to the Senior Test and FA Manager
- Order and Discipline
- Maintains order and cleanliness within their area of responsibility
- Encourages and receives employee suggestions related to environmental, occupational, and fire safety topics
- Initiates and supports actions taken in response to EHS-related nonconformities
- Environmental Protection (As an area leader, the employee is responsible for:)
- Knowing and minimizing environmental risks related to activities within their area
- Understanding and enforcing the relevant ISO 14001 processes and instructions
- Immediately reporting and participating in the investigation of any environmental incidents
- Cooperating with the Environmental Engineer in all related tasks
- Occupational and Fire Safety (As an area leader, the employee is responsible for:)
- Knowing and minimizing occupational and fire safety risks within their area
- Ensuring compliance with the Health & Safety and Fire Safety Regulations and related instructions
- Cooperating with the occupational and fire safety specialist in the execution of these responsibilities
Job specification
Qualification / Experience
- College or university degree in a relevant technical field
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience, including 3 years in a leadership role
Primary skills
- Fluent English (negotiation level)
- User-level proficiency in MS Office
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Proactive attitude and self-motivation
- Accurate and high-quality work performance
- Assertive presence and exemplary behavior
Secondary skills and competencies
- Precise analytical skills
- Effective team player