Test Engineer Manager

Creation Technologies International; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies is seeking an Engineering - Test Engineering Leadership role at our NY site. The Functional Engineering Manager will guide Test Engineering, oversee a team of engineers and technicians, and shape processes for CCAs and box assemblies.

You will advance manufacturing services with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. The position requires an agile leader capable of driving complex tasks, mentoring staff, and coordinating cross-functional programs to meet strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive engineering leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams; set goals and mentor staff.
• Develop strategic plans to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing.
• Oversee NP I/Go-to-market framework for new product launches with cross-functional support.
• Manage and coordinate engineering projects from concept to deployment within budget and schedule.
• Drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Project management

Process improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

agile methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

FUNCTION: Engineering - Test Engineering Leadership in a manufacturing site building worldclass, Mission Critical, High Reliability and Advanced electronic assemblies.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Functional Engineering Manager is a key leadership role at Creation Technologies, focused on overseeing Test Engineering. This leadership level position is crucial for driving the execution of complex engineering tasks, managing a team of engineers, and ensuring the creation, configuration, and optimization of processes required to produce and/or test Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and box assemblies. The role requires an agile leader who can apply deep industry knowledge to advance manufacturing services, drive continuous improvement, uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency and maneuver resources to deliver on high priority tasks.

DIRECT REPORTS: Test Engineers and Test Technicians

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams across their discipline: Foster a collaborative work environment, set clear goals and expectations, and mentor team members to enhance their skills and career progression.


• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality in manufacturing processes: Formulate long-term objectives to streamline operations, incorporating advanced technologies and methodologies to improve process capabilities.


• Follow the NPI framework launch new product with support from cross functional teams.


• Manage and coordinate engineering projects: Oversee project life cycles from conception to deployment, ensuring projects align with business strategies and are delivered within budget and timelines.


• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department: Initiate and lead programs that encourage innovative thinking and the adoption of new engineering practices to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.


• Oversee the training and professional development of engineering staff: Design comprehensive training programs to upskill employees, ensuring they remain adept with industry advancements and regulatory changes.


• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations: Monitor operations to enforce adherence to international standards and safety guidelines, minimizing risks and ensuring a safe workplace.


• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including suppliers and customers: Engage regularly with external partners to align engineering objectives with customer needs and supply chain capabilities.


• Prepare and manage the engineering CAPEX and OPEX budget; forecast needs and control expenditures:


• Strategically allocate resources, monitor financial performance, and adjust budgets to maximize return on investment.


• Champion the use of lean manufacturing and six sigma techniques: Implement process improvements that reduce waste and variability in manufacturing processes while enhancing productivity.

Test Engineering Manager Specific

• Leads the Test engineering team at the site.


• Excellent knowledge of test equipment (i.e., oscilloscopes, digital multi-meter, logic analyzers) executables, test stand, functional test systems and LabVIEW etc.


• Oversees the design and implementation of test fixtures and setups to improve test efficiency and accuracy.


• Define and maintain the calibration program for test equipment.


• Monitors and drives key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyzes data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues.


• Establish rigorous testing frameworks to evaluate the safety and performance of products: Develop comprehensive test protocols that rigorously assess product reliability and readiness for market.


• Optimize testing operations by incorporating automation and advanced testing technologies: Leverage the latest in test automation, data acquisition, and analysis tools to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of testing procedures.


• Ensure that testing strategies are fully integrated with product design and manufacturing processes: Work closely with design and manufacturing teams to embed testing considerations early in the product development cycle to ensure 100% coverage.


• Oversees Test engineering tasks and activities with the support of Test Engineering team.


• Lead initiatives to enhance the skill set of the testing team: Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for testing personnel to stay current with technological and methodological advancements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Required Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with a focus on electronics and manufacturing processes or equivalent industry or military training experience.


• Minimum of 10+ Years of progressive exper