Head of Cryogenic Test Engineering

Nikkiso; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Manager of Test Engineering to lead a team of Test Engineers and Technicians. You will drive test strategy, validation, and qualification activities while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across cryogenic pumping and turbomachinery systems.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management to advance product development, improve testing standards, and optimize resources and schedules.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of cryogenic pumps, rotating equipment, and related systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineering and technical personnel.
• Expertise in product validation, performance testing, and reliability testing methodologies.
• Experience developing and implementing engineering processes, procedures, and testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Test Engineers.
• Manage daily operations of the test engineering team.
• 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.

Skills

Cryogenic pumps

Rotating equipment

Leadership

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Electrical safety

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Eng

Bachelor's in Electrical Eng

Bachelor's in Aerospace Eng

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a Manager of Test Engineering to lead a team of Test Engineers and Technicians. You will drive test strategy, validation, and qualification activities while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across cryogenic pumping and turbomachinery systems.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Management to advance product development, improve testing standards, and optimize resources and schedules.