Mgr, Software Quality Engineering

at Panduit in Tinley Park, Illinois, United States Job Description At Panduit, we don't just offer a job - we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company's success. You'll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. If you're ready to elevate your career and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our customers, apply today and make your mark with Panduit! Make a difference where it matters most: product quality and customer trust. Apply now to lead, innovate, and drive continuous improvement across a global team! The Manager of Quality Engineering leads and coordinates all design quality activities, driving excellence in both new product development and the continuous improvement of existing product lines. This role tackles challenges and shapes policies to elevate quality standards across the organization. Managing a global team across North America and Europe, they oversee software and firmware testing, validation, and regulatory efforts to ensure products meet the highest levels of performance and compliance. What You Will Do Lead design quality efforts across the product lifecycle, including new product development and enhancements to existing designs, while driving test strategy, verification, validation, and re-verification activities. Ensure excellence in software/firmware testing, reliability, regulatory compliance, and product release quality. Build a high-performing team by driving employee engagement, recruitment, hiring, performance management, training, and compensation decisions. Oversee critical quality engineering projects, processes, and industry standards, leveraging data and analysis to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement. Enhance quality by recommending and implementing updates to policies, procedures, and programs. Resolve complex, high-impact issues by leading root cause analysis, validating corrective actions, and managing customer complaints, audits, and survey responses.

What You Will Bring Education:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM field required. Master's degree preferred.

Certifications:

ASQ CQE or

ISTQB CTFL

required. ASQ CMQ/OE or

ISTQB CTAL-TM

preferred.

Experience:

10+ years in quality engineering role with 5+ years management experience.

Testing Expertise:

Hands-on experience with software, firmware, & hardware testing, test planning, execution, and documentation.

Network Knowledge:

Understanding of IPv4 & IPv6 networking, Linux Operating Systems, Restful API, and SNMP.

Tools:

Experience using Atlassian, JIRA, and Zephyr.

Preferred Skills:

Selenium automated testing experience with python preferred.

What We Can Offer You Competitive Pay & Benefits:

Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.

Work-Life Balance:

Flexible work options to help you achieve the perfect work-life balance. This role will require you to be in the office 50% of the time (schedule based on manager's discretion).

Generous Time Off:

Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.

Retirement & Growth:

401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.

Parental Leave:

Because we care about your family and your future.

Compensation:

The expected annual base salary range for this role is $125,000- $155,000. This role qualifies for an incentive plan based on individual and company performance. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Making the connections that matter. Join us and apply online to be part of the Panduit team. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future. All roles, including remote positions, require an in-person interview as part of the hiring process. Work Shift Day (United States of America) To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account