Test Lead (Project Management) - HPS Penang

Celestica; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Penang is seeking an experienced Test PM to lead and coordinate testing for server and switch design programs. This role involves overseeing test execution, driving readiness, escalating issues, and managing progress across various testing domains including compliance and reliability. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in test program management, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively. The position offers a collaborative environment focused on successful program delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in hardware test validation or test program management.
• Strong understanding of cross-function test domains such as reliability and compliance.
• Experience with root cause analysis and issue triage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate test activities among diverse functional teams.
• Drive comprehensive test plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Provide progress reports and status updates to management.

Skills

Test program management

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Cross-functional influence

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzer

Power analyzer

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Test PM to lead, coordinate, and oversee cross-functional testing efforts for server and switch design programs. This role involves ensuring test readiness, driving execution, escalating issues, and managing progress across multiple test domains such as system integration, reliability, thermal, compliance, signal integrity, power, and electrical testing. The Test PM will be the central contact for planning, execution, and reporting, ensuring test milestones are met to support overall program success.

Key responsibilities

Test Planning and Readiness

Collaborate with functional teams to define and maintain the overall test program scope, objectives, deliverables, and required test accessories such as fixtures and supporting test equipment.

Drive comprehensive test plans, schedules, and resource requirements, as well as reviewing and approving test plans and reports.

Testing Execution & Coordination

Lead and coordinate test activities among various functional teams, including system integration, reliability, thermal, compliance, signal integrity, power, and electrical test groups.

Create a test dashboard to monitor test progress against plan; track milestones, risks, and dependencies.

Facilitate effective communication between test teams, design teams, and program management.

Issue Management

Drive proactive issue identification and escalation.

Track and ensure timely resolution of test-related issues.

Support root cause analysis and corrective action closure.

Reporting

Provide regular test status updates and progress reports to management and stakeholders.

Track and present metrics such as readiness, coverage, pass/fail rates and defect trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in hardware test validation or test program management.
• A strong understanding of cross-function test domains, including reliability, thermal, compliance, SI, power, electrical.
• Experience in issue triage, root cause analysis, and driving debug to closure.
• Hands on experience with lab equipment e.g. oscilloscopes, logic analyzer, power analyzer, etc.
• Strong technical foundation in test methodologies, hardware validation, measurement techniques and debug practices.
• Proficiency in statistics and data analysis with proven reporting skills.
• A proven track record in project management of complex test initiatives.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive accountability.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Familiarity with test equipment, automation frameworks, and compliance standards is a plus.