Lead Test Engineer IV – Advanced Compute LC

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Engineering Design, develop, and maintain test procedures, test systems, hardware, and software for advanced compute platforms.
• Lead failure analysis and root cause investigations across hardware and software domains.
• Troubleshoot complex server, networking, storage, and accelerator-based systems.
• Support AI/ML, GPU, and high-performance compute platforms through integration and production.
• Analyze manufacturing and system data using Excel and Power BI.
• Develop and deploy automation using Python and Bash scripting.

Networking & Systems

• Configure and troubleshoot networking systems (switches, routers, LAN/WAN, Layer 3).
• Support optical networking technologies (transceivers, fiber optics).
• Utilize and train others on Linux command-line tools and scripting.

Liquid Cooling & Thermal Systems (Advanced Compute Focus)

• Apply heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics principles to liquid cooling systems.
• Work with components such as pumps, cold plates, chillers, reservoirs, tubing, and coolants (e.g., PG25).
• Use instrumentation including thermocouples, flow meters, and pressure sensors.
• Perform leak detection, material compatibility analysis, and coolant safety procedures.
• Support immersion and direct-to-chip cooling technologies.
• Work with OCP standards, BMS/SCADA systems, and specialized equipment (particle analyzers, pressure testers, fill/flush/purge systems).

Leadership & Management Responsibilities

• Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and develop Test Engineers and technicians.
• Recruit, interview, and retain top talent.
• Build training programs and develop team capabilities.

Business & Strategy

• Align test engineering strategy with site and organizational goals.
• Lead workcell test engineering teams and customer programs.
• Present technical findings and communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers.

Operational Excellence

• Apply LEAN manufacturing principles and quality metrics (Yield, GRR, DPPM).
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through process optimization and automation.
• Monitor test performance and implement improvements across programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).
• Experience: 8–10+ years in test engineering, failure analysis, or hardware validation in manufacturing environments.
• Required Technical Skills: Advanced Linux command-line expertise, strong programming/scripting skills (Python, Bash), knowledge of JSON, system logs, and automation frameworks, deep understanding of compute architecture and server platforms, networking knowledge (switches, routers, optical systems, IP, Layer 3), strong analytical, troubleshooting, and statistical analysis skills, proficiency in Excel and Power BI.

Physical Demands

• Frequent movement, including walking on the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (PCs, test equipment).
• Extended time working on computer systems.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor work.
• Modern, climate-controlled production environment.
• Required PPE: safety shoes, eyewear, hearing protection, ESD vest.
• Moderate noise levels in production areas.