Test Engineering Manager - Electrical

About the role

Provide optimum test solutions and strategies through the effective management of people, systems, procedures and equipment. Drive innovation and continuous improvement within Test Engineering by harnessing new technologies in the areas of systems, equipment, and processes. Provide exceptional support to customers, team members, and shareholders.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management
  • Recruit, interview and hire Assistant Test Engineering Managers; communicate criteria to recruiters for Test Engineer and Test Management candidates.
  • Coach Test Engineering Managers in the interviewing/hiring process.
  • Monitor team member turnover, identify improvement factors, and implement enhancements.
  • Identify individual and team strengths and development needs; create/validate training curriculum; coach and mentor staff.
  • Create and manage succession plans for Test Engineering and Test Management functions.
  • Establish clear measurable goals and objectives; solicit feedback from Workcell Manager, Business Unit Manager, peers, and team members; provide ongoing coaching and counseling.
  • Perform timely performance evaluations; drive continuous improvement in operational metrics and organizational goals.
  • Coordinate large team activities, maintain focus during crises, and ensure fair recognition and rewards.
  • Provide a communication forum for idea exchange; organize verbal and written ideas clearly; adapt communication style to team members.
• Functional Management
  • Understand campus strategic directions and define, develop, and implement Test Engineering strategies aligned with them.
  • Provide regular updates to Business Unit Manager, Workcell Manager, and Operations Manager on strategy execution.
  • Identify creative cost‑reduction opportunities by streamlining processes, consolidating tasks, or re‑engineering systems; monitor departmental cost trends.
  • Prepare timely forecasts, compare to historical results, and assess trends.
• Technical Management
  • Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting, metrics management, and assessment of data‑gathering methods.
  • Ensure procedures and work instructions are efficient and non‑redundant; propose new practices and processes.
  • Demonstrate commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations.
  • Rehabilitate troubled Workcells and support product launches; foster a “back to basics” mentality.
  • Establish new measurement systems where possible; share best practices across Jabil facilities.
  • Ensure 100% adherence to company policies (Health & Safety, Quality) and proper handling of confidential information.
  • Evaluate customer test strategies and recommend appropriate test solutions; drive development of specialized test equipment and software; manage procurement of test equipment.
  • Comply with safety, health, and security policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate scientific/technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to customer, regulatory, or business community inquiries or complaints.
• Effective presentation skills to top management, public groups, or boards of directors.
• Advanced PC skills, including proficiency with Jabil’s software packages.
• Strong quantitative abilities: calculate discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume; apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Problem‑solving skills for practical situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and email.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience, including at least 5 years of management experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $98,200 – $176,800. Actual offered rate depends on qualifications, experience, geographic location, education, market data, and internal equity.

Benefits

Eligible for a short‑term incentive based on performance. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.