LHH · 13 hours ago
Principal Manufacturing Test Engineer
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expLHH is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Test Engineer who will shape the strategy, development, and deployment of test systems for computer hardware products throughout the entire production lifecycle. The role involves applying automation and advanced analytics to build scalable solutions that ensure smooth product launches and zero-defect performance.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Mark Pacheco
Responsibilities
Lead or support major transformation efforts that redefine manufacturing risk analysis, quality practices, and continuous improvement standards
Establish new systems, processes, and frameworks that advance the smart‑factory vision, leveraging automation, metrology, advanced inspection, testing, and predictive analytics
Partner closely with design, quality, manufacturing, test, and supplier engineering teams to deliver tightly integrated solutions for production
Use rich data environments and analytical tools to uncover insights; improve yield, reliability, and throughput using root‑cause analysis and Time‑to‑Failure (TTF) methodologies
Apply advanced statistical and analytical techniques to measure, quantify, and manage risk in complex manufacturing systems
Convert DFM and PFMEA outputs into proactive process controls that prevent variation rather than react to it
Build and execute test strategies across all hyperscale assembly stages—module, server, rack, and cluster
Define the strategy and lead development of cluster‑level validation testing
Establish world‑class manufacturing test practices and create a clear roadmap for achieving them
Encourage innovative thinking and a healthy risk‑taking culture that enables cutting‑edge test methodologies and tools
Act as a subject‑matter expert on customer product design and test infrastructure requirements
Own and guide Design‑for‑Test (DFT) strategies across all products
Mentor and develop global test teams, fostering learning, growth, and strong data‑driven decision‑making
Architect and supervise deployment of high‑reliability factory test infrastructure and test stations (manual, automated, and semi‑automated)
Specify and manage Test Management and Execution Software to orchestrate diagnostics, workflows, and reporting
Oversee development and maintenance of Test Executive automation for module‑ and system‑level testing
Integrate customer test requirements, software, and infrastructure into production systems
Write and maintain comprehensive test plans and coverage documentation
Drive use of industry‑standard and open‑source test tools
Develop industry‑leading low‑level tests, utilities, and diagnostics at the board and module levels
Lead adoption of automation across all test stages to reduce cycle time, improve test coverage, and increase yield
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline
10–15 years of experience in complex, high‑volume manufacturing, including at least 5 years in leadership or transformation‑focused roles (not limited to people management)
Expertise in hyperscale system architectures, including a strong understanding of interactions across the hardware stack
Demonstrated experience developing tests at the board, module, server, rack, and cluster levels
Strong background in diagnostics, fault isolation, and root‑cause analysis
Proven track record designing and sustaining high‑volume production test stations
Advanced knowledge of analytical and statistical methodologies (regression, correlation, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, Gauge R&R, commonality studies) using tools such as Minitab or JMP
Proficiency with data‑driven tools like Python, R, SQL, Minitab, and JMP
Demonstrated success in improving yield, reliability, and overall process robustness
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface effectively at both executive and technical levels
Experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA, server production, or other high‑reliability industries (e.g., aerospace, medical devices, automotive)
Company
LHH
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