Lead Manufacturing Test Engineer

Job Title:

Lead Manufacturing Test Engineer Location:

Batesburg-Leesville, North Carolina Type:

Direct Hire Compensation:

$100,000.00 - $125,000.00

Contractor Work Model:

Onsite - onsite Responsibilities Lead a team of approximately 8 Test Engineers in designing, implementing, and validating manufacturing test solutions for electronic assemblies and systems. Serve as the informal leader of Test Engineering Specification and Solutions teams within the regional office. Develop and maintain test strategies, procedures, and documentation ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements for both new and legacy products. Oversee test validation activities, including correlation studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and failure mode investigations. Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to align test coverage with product specifications and reliability goals. Ensure communication of DFX principles (specifically DFT) throughout the test design and specification process prior to production validation. Manage the integration of automated test equipment (ATE) and in-circuit test (ICT) systems into production lines. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test safety, reduce cycle times, improve yield, and increase fault detection capabilities, utilizing Prevention through Design (PTD) principles. 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 resources for test engineering projects. Foster a high-trust team environment through effective communication, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and coaching on emotional intelligence skills. Requirements 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing test engineering, including at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of manufacturing test methods such as ICT, functional testing, boundary scan, and environmental stress screening. Proven expertise in test validation methodologies and statistical analysis tools. Familiarity with industry standards (IPC, ISO, IRIS, ANSI, JEDEC) and regulatory compliance. Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight stays. Educational background with a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. MBA, Engineering Management, or a Technical Master's Degree is preferred. English proficiency required. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M1 #LI-JB1

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