Test Engineering Manager

Our partner operates a large-scale electronics manufacturing and product lifecycle service operation in Thailand, delivering complex electronic assemblies and full manufacturing solutions for medical, industrial, aerospace, and high‑reliability markets.

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineering Manager / Senior Manager to lead and drive the Test Engineering function within a high-tech manufacturing environment.

This role will be responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership to the engineering team, enhancing test engineering capabilities, improving product quality and manufacturing yield, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), developing test technology strategies, optimizing testing processes and costs, and collaborating with regional and global engineering teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Test Engineering team, strengthening technical capabilities and building a high-performing engineering organization.
• Drive test engineering strategies to improve product quality, test coverage, manufacturing yield, and overall operational efficiency.
• Oversee test engineering activities and provide technical support for New Product Introduction (NPI) and product transfer projects.
• Develop and implement the site's test technology roadmap in alignment with regional and corporate engineering strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, and Operations, to meet customer requirements and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through statistical analysis, root cause analysis (RCA), Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Lead Design for Testability (DFT/DFX) initiatives to enhance product testability, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure test processes and solutions comply with customer specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Optimize testing processes, engineering resources, equipment utilization, and testing costs.
• Manage departmental performance, resource planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic recommendations as part of the site leadership team.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Test Engineering leadership for Manager level, or 8+ years of relevant experience for Senior Manager level.
• Strong background in Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), semiconductor, or high-tech electronics manufacturing environments.
• Solid technical knowledge and hands-on experience with electronics testing methodologies, including: ICT (In-Circuit Test), FCT (Functional Test), AOI/AXI (Automated Optical Inspection / Automated X-ray Inspection), ESS (Environmental Stress Screening), Boundary Scan / JTAG
• Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Testability (DFT/DFX).
• Strong knowledge of statistical yield analysis, root cause analysis, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in improving test coverage, manufacturing yield, product quality, and cost efficiency.
• Proven leadership experience in managing, coaching, and developing engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of English, with the ability to communicate effectively with regional and global teams.