Test Lead

Actalent; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Batesburg, SC seeks a Test Lead to oversee a team of Test Engineers in developing and implementing manufacturing test solutions for electronic assemblies and systems. The role focuses on ensuring testing strategies meet industry standards and customer requirements.

The successful candidate will lead about 8 Test Engineers, drive test strategy, validate methods, and collaborate with design, manufacturing and quality teams to meet reliability goals. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in electronics manufacturing test engineering with leadership experience.
• Experience leading a team of Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating test solutions.
• Strong knowledge of ICT, functional test, boundary scan, and environmental stress screening.

Responsibilities

• Directly lead a team of ~8 Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating manufacturing test solutions.
• Develop and maintain test strategies, procedures, and documentation.
• Oversee test validation activities including MSA and failure mode investigations.

Skills

Electronics test engineering

Leadership

Test methods ICT/functional/boundary

MSA & statistics

DFX awareness

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelors in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

NI TestStand

Test automation tools

Job description

Job Title: Test Lead

We are seeking an experienced Test Lead to oversee a team of Test Engineers in the development and implementation of manufacturing test solutions for electronic assemblies and systems. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring that testing strategies and procedures meet industry standards and customer requirements. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electronics manufacturing test engineering and proven leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly lead a team of approximately 8 Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating manufacturing test solutions.


• Develop and maintain test strategies, procedures, and documentation.


• Oversee test validation activities, including correlation studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and failure mode investigations.


• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure test coverage aligns with product specifications and reliability goals.


• Ensure Design for Excellence (DFX) principles are communicated throughout the test design process.


• Manage the integration of automated test equipment and in-circuit test systems into production lines.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test safety, reduce test cycle time, improve yield, and enhance fault detection capability.


• Ensure calibration, maintenance, and safety compliance of all test equipment.


• Monitor test data trends, generate reports, and recommend corrective actions for recurring issues.


• Manage budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for test engineering projects.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing test engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.


• Strong knowledge of manufacturing test methods such as ICT, functional test, boundary scan, and environmental stress screening.


• Proven expertise in test validation methodologies and statistical analysis tools.


• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory compliance.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.


• Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight stays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or similar test automation platforms.


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, with LSS Green Belt or Black Belt preferred, or willingness to acquire within the first 12 months of employment.


• Hands‑on experience with PCB assembly processes and troubleshooting.


• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field; MBA, Engineering Management, or Technical Masters Degree is a plus.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a test and validation environment for electronics and PCB manufacturing and design. The position may require travel up to 25%, primarily to Pittsburgh, PA. The work setting is dynamic, with significant investment into the Batesburg location, offering opportunities for growth and transformation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Batesburg, SC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Full benefits can be shared with screened candidates . Health options, flexible spending, PTO

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Batesburg,SC.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.