Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Location: Onsite at one of the following locations: Memphis, TN., St. Petersburg, FL or Grantsville, UT.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide optimum test solutions and strategies through the effective management of people, systems, procedures and equipment. Drive innovation and continuous improvement within Test Engineering-LFF (Large Factor Form) by harnessing new technologies in the areas of systems, equipment, and processes. Provide exceptional support to customers, team members, and shareholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Test Engineering organization, including Test Engineers and Test Managers.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to define hiring requirements and build a strong engineering talent pipeline.
• Establish clear performance objectives, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and support employee growth and career development.
• Develop succession plans and organizational capabilities to support current and future business needs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Define and execute the test engineering roadmap in alignment with business objectives, customer requirements, and site strategic priorities.
• Develop and implement manufacturing test strategies that ensure product quality, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate customer test requirements and recommend scalable, cost-effective test solutions.
• Lead the development, deployment, and support of specialized test equipment, automation systems, and test software.
• Drive technology innovation through the evaluation and adoption of new test methodologies, tools, and processes.

• Establish, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, yield, throughput, equipment utilization, and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, trend reporting, and root-cause problem solving.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, eliminate non-value-added activities, and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure procedures, work instructions, and test processes are standardized, effective, and compliant with quality requirements.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures related to test equipment and infrastructure.

• Partner closely with Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, and customers to deliver robust test solutions.
• Communicate project status, strategy execution, and performance results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), product launches, and cross-site engineering initiatives.
• Share best practices across Jabil facilities to promote global standardization and operational excellence.

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, quality standards, customer requirements, and health and safety regulations.
• Promote a safe and quality-focused work environment across all test engineering activities.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.