Test Engineer IV

Nypro DR; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nypro DR in Memphis seeks a Test Engineer IV to provide technical leadership across complex customer programs and manufacturing operations. You will develop innovative test solutions to improve quality, reduce costs, and raise efficiency, mentoring junior engineers and supporting new product introductions.

Responsibilities include leading test hardware/software development, validating test methods, and applying data-driven improvements to yields and defect reduction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics or related field.
• 10+ years progressive Test Engineering experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience developing automated test systems in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong experience with ICT, Functional Test, ESS, and/or System-Level Test methodologies.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and customer-facing initiatives.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead test engineering resource for assigned customer programs and manufacturing workcells.
• Lead design, development, validation, and maintenance of test hardware, software fixtures, and procedures.
• Support and optimize ICT, Functional Test (FVT), ESS, and System-Level Test solutions.
• Communicate technical requirements, project status, and test strategies with customers and stakeholders.
• Develop specialized test equipment and software for new and existing products.
• Evaluate emerging test technologies and recommend improvements.
• Provide mentorship to Test Engineers and Technicians.
• Lead troubleshooting and corrective actions for test performance and product quality.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and improve yields.
• Support customer audits, technical reviews, and engineering escalations.
• Lead test engineering activities for new product introductions.
• Create validation plans for product launches and readiness for production.
• Deliver training on new testing procedures for manufacturing teams.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams for production readiness.
• Drive process improvements to increase test efficiency and throughput.
• Identify automation and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Monitor testing metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Support best practices, standardization, and process improvements.
• Manage multiple technical projects and align them with customer objectives.
• Coordinate resources to meet schedules and budgets.
• Provide technical leadership during production issues and rapid problem resolution.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Program Management to meet expectations.
• Follow all quality, safety, and security procedures.
• Ensure testing processes comply with customer requirements and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and test records.

Skills

Test leadership

Test hardware development

Test software fixtures

Automated test systems

ICT/FVT/ESS knowledge

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics or related field

Tools

Test automation tools

System-level test equipment

Debug & calibration equipment

Job description

How will you make an impact?

As a Test Engineer IV, you will provide technical leadership for complex customer programs and manufacturing operations by developing innovative test solutions that improve product quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. You will lead critical engineering initiatives, mentor junior engineers, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance both customer satisfaction and business performance.

What will you do?

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the lead test engineering resource for assigned customer programs and manufacturing workcells.


• Lead design, development, validation, and maintenance of test hardware, software fixtures, and procedures.


• Support and optimize ICT, Functional Test (FVT), ESS, and System-Level Test solutions.


• Communicate technical requirements, project status, and test strategies directly with customers and internal stakeholders.


• Develop specialized test equipment and software programs to support new and existing products.


• Evaluate emerging test technologies and recommend solutions to improve product quality and manufacturing performance.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Test Engineers and Engineering Technicians.


• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action efforts related to test performance and product quality.


• Analyze test data, identify trends, and implement improvements to increase yields and reduce defects.


• Support customer audits, technical reviews, and engineering escalations.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Lead test engineering activities for new product introductions.


• Develop test strategies and validation plans to ensure successful product launches.


• Create and deliver training programs for manufacturing personnel and engineering teams on new testing procedures.


• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure readiness for production.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Drive process improvements that increase test efficiency, reliability, and throughput.


• Identify opportunities for automation, cost reduction, and elimination of non-value-added activities.


• Monitor manufacturing and test performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.


• Support implementation of best practices, standardization, and engineering process improvements.

Project & Customer Support

• Manage multiple technical projects and priorities while meeting customer and business objectives.


• Coordinate resources and project activities to deliver results according to schedule and budget requirements.


• Provide technical leadership during critical production issues and support rapid problem resolution.


• Partner with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Program Management teams to achieve customer expectations.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all company quality, safety, and security procedures.


• Ensure testing processes comply with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems.


• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and test records.

How will you get here?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical discipline.


• 10+ years of progressive Test Engineering experience within electronics manufacturing.


• Demonstrated experience developing and supporting automated test systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.


• Strong experience with ICT, Functional Test, ESS, and/or System-Level Test methodologies.


• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.


• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and customer-facing engineering initiatives.


• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Advanced knowledge of electronic circuit testing and manufacturing processes.

Expertise in test hardware, fixture, and software development.

Strong understanding of automated test systems and test automation str