Cryogenic Test Engineering Manager

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases; Huntington Beach (CA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases in Huntington Beach, CA, is seeking a Manager, Test Engineering to lead the Test Engineering function, plan and execute product testing, and drive qualification efforts. The role requires guiding a team of Test Engineers and Technicians while aligning with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management.

You will establish testing standards, develop department capabilities, and ensure safe, compliant testing across cryogenic systems.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing, industrial, energy, aerospace, or similar technical environment.
• 3+ years of experience leading, supervising, or managing engineering teams preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software preferred.
• Experience with cryogenic equipment, pumps, rotating machinery, or industrial testing environments strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Experience working with high-voltage and/or high-current test systems preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Test Engineers
• Manage daily operations of the test engineering .
• Develop and implement testing strategies, procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Establish departmental goals, priorities, budgets, and resource plans to support business objectives.
• Oversee the design, execution, and analysis of product validation, qualification, performance, and reliability testing.
• Ensure product testing is conducted safely and in compliance with company, industry, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Engineering and Test teams to support new product development, design verification, and product improvements.
• Review and approve test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Analyze test results and provide technical recommendations for product enhancements and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve test efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
• Support root cause investigations and resolution of product performance and quality issues.
• Provide leadership in problem-solving efforts involving complex technical issues.
• Support customer, supplier, and regulatory audits as required.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality organizations.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Engineering project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace/Industrial)

Master's degree preferred

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Herramientas

SolidWorks

Descripción del empleo

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases in Huntington Beach, CA, is seeking a Manager, Test Engineering to lead the Test Engineering function, plan and execute product testing, and drive qualification efforts. The role requires guiding a team of Test Engineers and Technicians while aligning with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management.

You will establish testing standards, develop department capabilities, and ensure safe, compliant testing across cryogenic systems.