Manager, Manufacturing Test

ecolab; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and flex days

Comprehensive benefits includingDental

Dress for your day

Job summary

CoolIT Systems Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Test Manager to lead the test team, develop robust test strategies, and ensure quality and reliability of products.

You will oversee test system design, drive continuous improvement, and work with Design, Manufacturing, and QA to align test readiness with production goals. The role requires leadership of engineers and technicians, collaboration across global sites, and optimization of test processes to support scalable cooling solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and test fixture design.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001) and Six Sigma is desirable.
• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to develop and align manufacturing test strategies that meet product, process, and business objectives.
• Partner with Design Engineering and Product Development to ensure test requirements are integrated early in the design phase and evolve with product changes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Operations to optimize test systems for scalability, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Establish clear feedback loops between test data and quality metrics to support data-driven decisions.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Procurement on test equipment standards and maintenance strategies.
• Lead global/multi-site teams and promote knowledge sharing of test practices.
• Oversee performance management and development of test engineers and technicians.

Skills

LabVIEW

Python

C/C++

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Preferred)

Tools

Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

Test fixture design

Job description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Role: As the Manufacturing Test Manager, you will lead the manufacturing test team, developing and implementing robust test strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of our products. This role involves overseeing the design and improvement of test systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement in our test operations to meet production goals and quality standards. Your leadership and technical expertise will be crucial in contributing to our scalable computer cooling solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to develop and align manufacturing test strategies that meet product, process, and business objectives.
• Partner with Design Engineering and Product Development to ensure test requirements are integrated early in the design phase and evolve alongside product changes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Operations teams to ensure test systems and methods are optimized for scalability, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Engage with Quality Assurance to establish clear feedback loops between test data and quality performance metrics, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to align on test equipment standards, supplier capabilities, and maintenance support strategies.
• Foster collaboration across global or multi-site teams, ensuring consistent test practices and knowledge sharing across facilities.
• Champion a culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement, leading collaborative reviews of test yield, reliability trends, and equipment performance.
• Oversee the performance management and development of test engineers and technicians, including goal setting, coaching, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing and engaged team.
• Partner with production and planning teams to ensure test readiness aligns with production schedules, supporting on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with automation and software teams to drive integration between test systems, data collection tools, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Develop and monitor KPIs that measure test process performance, team productivity, and contribution to operational and quality goals.
• Work closely with regulatory and compliance partners to maintain adherence to relevant industry standards and certifications.
• Promote proactive communication across departments to anticipate test challenges, mitigate risks, and ensure readiness to meet customer delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and test fixture design.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and processes (e.g., ISO 9001, Six Sigma) is desirable.
• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Preferred).

Skills

• Proficiency in programming languages such as LabVIEW, Python, or C/C++.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.

Abilities

• Proven ability to develop and implement manufacturing test strategies.
• Capacity to lead and mentor a team of technical professionals.
• Aptitude for overseeing the design and deployment of test systems.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing test processes.
• Capability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning our vision and values.

Benefits

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
• Dress for your day - in a casual yet professional environment.
• Retention rewards like "The Big Coffee Break" that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies 2023" by Fina