Test Lab Senior Manager

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls seeks a Test Lab Senior Manager to lead the new EU Center of Excellence (CoE) in Dublin. You will oversee lab design, commissioning, and ongoing operations for cooling and heating tests supporting Data Center, Mission Critical, and Decarbonization markets.

You will manage a multi-disciplined team of technicians and engineers, drive Lean-based improvements, and coordinate with Product Development, Advanced Technology, PMO, and Sales Engineering to ensure on-time delivery and

Qualifications

• 10-15 years’ experience supervising test lab or manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and problem-solving.
• Experience leading teams in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead the design, construction, and commissioning of the new EU Lab in Dublin.
• Lead test lab operations and balance customer needs with resources.
• Manage operational and capital budgets for the lab.
• Collaborate with global test labs to share best practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Lean methodology

KPI tracking

Cross-functional collaboration

Data center cooling knowledge

Electrical safety certifications

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Test Lab Senior Manager Dublin

What will you do This position is responsible for managing test lab operations at the new EU Center of Excellence (CoE) in Dublin. The operation will consist of multiple test stands serving cooling and heating needs for Data Center, Mission Critical, and Decarbonization markets. When commissioned, the Test Labs will employ up to 20 operators, technicians, and test engineers.

How you will do it

• Source and develop workforce for new lab, ensuring technicians and engineers hold all required EU certifications (e.g., F-gas, electrical safety).
• Oversee and lead project to specify, design, construct, and commission the new lab.
• Lead & manage CoE test lab operations.
• Manage daily test lab operation balancing customer needs with resource availability.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure testing quality and on-time delivery.
• Manage operational and capital budgets for the lab.
• Work cross-functionally with test labs globally (York, US; Wuxi, China) to share best practices.
• Manage operational metrics to assure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
• Create and expand automation opportunities to increase utilization and efficiency.
• Lead standardization of equipment and practices across test labs.
• Represent the business in union contract negotiations.
• Implement operator cross-training and flexible resource planning.
• Apply Lean principles and structured problem-solving (e.g., A3, 8D) to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with EU regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain strong coordination with Product Development, Advanced Technology, PMO, and Sales Engineering teams.

What we look for

• 10-15 years’ experience supervising test lab or manufacturing operations.
• Direct experience with chillers or HVAC products preferred.
• Knowledge of Data Center cooling technology testing is a strong plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience desired.
• Strong understanding of Lean, structured problem-solving, and KPI tracking.
• Well organized with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience building and leading teams.
• Excellent people skills and ability to work in matrixed, multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage senior-level business relationships.
• Strong oral and written English skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

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