Test Manager

Tata Electronics Limited; Assam; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics Limited, located in Assam, India, is seeking a skilled Test Development Manager to oversee test engineering initiatives in electronics manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) design, lead a team of engineers, and drive automation efforts to ensure high-quality outcomes from new product introduction (NPI) to high-volume production. A strong educational background in Electronics or Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in test development are essential.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in test engineering and development.
• Proven leadership in ATE design and effective communication skills.
• Familiarity with ICT, FCT, EOL, and module-level testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of test engineers to develop automated test systems.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

Skills

Automated Test Equipment (ATE) design

LabVIEW software development

Test hardware development

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Keysight i3070

TERADYNE Test Station

PXI hardware

LabVIEW FPGA

Job description

Job Description - Test Development Manager

We are looking for a seasoned Test Development Manager to lead our test development & test engineering initiatives across electronics manufacturing. This role requires deep expertise in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) design, test hardware development, LabVIEW software development, and process documentation release. The successful candidate will drive automation, ensure robust test coverage, and lead a team of engineers to deliver high‑quality solutions from NPI to high‑volume production.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Development & Automation
  • Design complex real‑time control ATE test systems combining hardware electronics and software applications for manufacturing test requirements with high quality.
  • Develop new tester hardware, debug, and align with new products.
  • Partner with customers to understand requirements, select appropriate hardware (GPIB, multiplexers, power supplies, Hi‑power DC/AC sources, PXI, and commercial off‑the‑shelf components), and design/implement software.
  • Develop software architecture, systems, and engineering processes for generating requirements, design documents, configuration control, test plans, and user documentation.
  • Build test programs for in‑circuit test (Keysight i3070, TERADYNE Test Station), functional testers, end‑of‑line (EOL) testers, flash programmers, flying probe testers, Hi‑pot testers, and custom ATEs.
  • Design and fabricate test fixtures and jigs for ICT, FCT, and EOL testers for customer PCB/end‑product testing.
  • Develop functional testers and related hardware/software, with expertise in LabVIEW.
  • Architect and develop ATE systems, including fixtures, load boards, and interface hardware.
  • Design and implement LabVIEW‑based automated test software.
  • Drive automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, repeatability, and scalability.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, fostering innovation and technical excellence.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (design, manufacturing, quality) to align test strategies with product requirements.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers on test readiness, results, and improvement plans.
• Process & Documentation
  • Develop, release, and maintain standardized test process documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Support smooth NPI‑to‑HVM transitions with minimal impact on schedules and customers.
• Test Execution & Coverage
  • Oversee ICT, FCT, EOL, and module‑level testing.
  • Ensure comprehensive test coverage to meet product quality and reliability standards.
  • Continuously improve test yield, cycle time, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications and Desired Experience Level

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in test engineering and development, with proven leadership in ATE design and excellent communication skills.
• ATE hardware design experience (fixtures, load boards, interface hardware).
• LabVIEW software development for automated test systems.
• ICT, FCT, EOL, and module‑level testing methodologies.
• Strong background in process documentation release and compliance.
• Demonstrated success in automation and process optimization.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Essential knowledge of LabVIEW, LabVIEW FPGA, VeriStand, TestStand, SystemLink, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of special purpose machine development, including automation, robotics, and industrial control.
• Experience with PXI and other NI hardware; experience with other T&M instruments is an advantage.
• Knowledge of PLCs, I/O modules, sensors, scanners, camera modules.
• LabVIEW certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, UDS, XCP.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in OSAT/EMS environments.
• Knowledge of PCB testing flows and test processes.
• Strong problem‑solving skills focused on operational readiness and scalability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across different factory sites.