TEST ENGINEERING MANAGER

Houston, TEXAS

JOB

REFERENCE ID

26-01762

JOB TYPE:

Direct Placement

LOCATION

Houston, TEXAS

PAY RATE:

$120000 - $140000

POST DATE:

August 3, 2026

: Position Summary

The Test Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the implementation and sustainment of manufacturing test solutions in a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment. This role manages a team of engineers and technicians while driving world-class product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The Test Engineering Manager works closely with various engineering groups, manufacturing, quality, and customers to ensure reliable test solutions.

Key Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP & TEAM MANAGEMENT

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Test Engineering organization.

Manage staffing, performance evaluations, training, and succession planning.

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

TEST STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT

Lead the design, validation, and deployment of:

ICT (In-Circuit Test)

Functional Test (FCT)

Boundary Scan (JTAG)

Ensure test coverage meets customer quality and reliability requirements while minimizing manufacturing costs.

MANUFACTURING SUPPORT

Provide technical leadership to resolve production test failures.

Improve first-pass yield (FPY), throughput, and equipment utilization.

Analyze test data to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions.

Support root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Improvement projects on:

Test coverage

False failure rates

Cost of Test (CoT)

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Serve as the technical interface for customers regarding manufacturing test solutions.

Participate in customer design reviews and technical audits.

Support failure analysis and reliability investigations.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

Partner closely with:

Various Engineering

Quality Engineering

Operations

Customer Engineering

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

Master's degree is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

5 years of electronics manufacturing experience.

5 years of engineering leadership or management experience.

Strong background supporting EMS in SMT PCBA and system integration.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Manufacturing test development and deployment

ICT, Functional Test, Flying Probe, Boundary Scan, SLT

NI LabVIEW, TestStand, C/C++, Python, or similar programming languages

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Design for Testability (DFT)

FMEA, DOE, GR&R, and Root Cause Analysis

Benefits

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.