Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering

Insight Global; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology manufacturing firm is seeking a Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering in Calgary. This role involves leading testing activities on the production floor and overseeing the development of test equipment. Required qualifications include over 7 years in electronics testing, leadership experience, and a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering. The position requires a hands-on approach and collaboration with other departments, providing a comprehensive opportunity to make significant improvements in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electronics testing within a mid-to-high volume manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of electronics and assembly industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing on the production floor where products are assembled and manufactured.
• Oversee improvements and development of test equipment.
• Manage a team of 4 Test Engineers and collaborate closely with stakeholders.

Skills

Electronics testing

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Circuit board assembly test methodologies

Debugging

C/C++/Java

LabView or Python

RF test design

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering to join a large technology manufacturing client onsite, 5 days a week, in a permanent position in Calgary, Alberta. The Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering will lead testing on the production floor where all products are assembled and manufactured for customers worldwide. This role will oversee improvements and development of test equipment, ensure projects are delivered on time, and provide hands‑on support from circuit board manufacturing through to final assembly and service. The successful candidate will directly manage a team of 4 Test Engineers and collaborate closely with Process Engineers and other stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Skills and Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in electronics testing within a mid-to-high volume manufacturing environment
• 3-5 years of leadership experience managing technical teams
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma accreditation
• Exceptional understanding of modern circuit board assembly test methodologies
• Strong knowledge of electronics and assembly industry best practices
• Competence development/debugging; experience in C, C++, and/or Java considered an asset
• Exposure to electronic circuits and PCB layout design
• Hands‑on approach, actively working on the manufacturing floor alongside QA engineers.
• Experience with LabView or Python.
• Experience with RF test design (cellular, GPS, and other bands), data analysis and database management, and familiarity with gas detection systems.
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field