Validation Lab Manager

ZT Systems; South Carolina; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training programs

Job summary

ZT Systems in the United States is seeking a Validation Lab Manager to lead a team of technicians within the Validation Engineering group. You will plan the physical hosting of validation racks, coordinate with Engineering and other teams, and drive efficiency in lab operations.

The role requires a BS in a technical discipline, 6+ years in engineering validation/test, and experience managing technical teams.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 6+ years of engineering validation and test experience.
• 0-2+ years managing technical teams.
• Experience within a computer hardware environment is preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of validation and testing of computer servers or storage appliances in a design and development environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage lab team to support Validation Engineering on multiple projects.
• Plan and manage physical hosting of validation racks; coordinate with Engineering and other teams.
• Develop and improve lab procedures and processes; address issues and risks.
• Coordinate budgets, purchase equipment, and roll out equipment and materials.
• Ensure lab can efficiently support validation needs; maintain inventory and calibration.

Skills

Engineering validation

Test experience

Team management

Hardware systems

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Job description

About the Role

The Validation Lab Manager will manage a team of technicians supporting ZT System’s Validation Engineering group on several projects in various stages of development. The Lab Manager will plan and manage the physical hosting of validation racks and will drive the coordination efforts with Engineering and other teams.

What You Will Do

• Work with management to manage lab’s current needs, anticipate growth, and utilize feedback from engineers and program managers to plan for the future.
• Coordinate with management to establish and manage budgets, purchase equipment, and roll out equipment and materials.
• Ensure that the lab can efficiently support validation needs.
• Work with engineers to establish and improve procedures and processes by addressing issues and risks specific to customers.
• Facilitate effective communication across teams by reporting on lab status, capacity, and productivity.
• Maintain equipment and tools within the lab and ensure proper storage, including accurate calibration of sensitive equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory of racks, servers, equipment, and components, including the disposition of unused or defective materials.
• Perform quarterly audit and maintain ESD requirements per company guidelines.
• Ensure all engineering training is up to date.
• Ensure all industry/safety guidelines are always followed.
• Coordinate with facilities to maintain lab security and safety.

What You Bring

• BS in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• 6+ years of engineering validation and test experience
• 0-2+ years managing technical teams.
• Experience within a computer hardware environment is preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of validation and testing of computer servers or storage appliances in a design and development environment.
• Understanding of hardware and software interactions; able to apply this understanding to resolve issues in a validation lab environment.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability; uses rigorous logic to solve problems.
• Understands and uses speed as a competitive advantage; completing tasks on time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people at various levels in the organization.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
• Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.