Leads a team of technicians in the planning, execution, and improvement of testing procedures for our products and systems. This role combines hands-on testing expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring high-quality deliverables and team performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:

Technical Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee test plans, procedures, and environments for hardware and finished product.
• Conduct various types of testing (e.g., functional, performance, regression, integration).
• Analyze and interpret test results, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and industry regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Testing Lab certifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance) to optimize testing strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement with/for the Test and Evaluation Department.
• Serves as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies to ensure that all test and evaluation activities meet applicable compliance standards and product certification requirements.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform these essential functions should discuss their needs with Human Resources.  EMS will provide reasonable accommodations to such individuals unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on EMS or the individual is a direct threat.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of test technicians and junior engineers.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Schedule and allocate resources to meet testing deadlines and production goals.
• Maintain and upgrade test cells and equipment to support efficient operations.
• Participate in hiring, training, and development of team members.
• Make day-to-day decisions within the department and contribute to strategic planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. 

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related field.
• Three to five years of experience in testing or quality assurance, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• LEAN/6 Sigma Certification – Green Belt desired.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office

Language Ability

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as complex drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondences in English.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small/large group situations and speak effectively before groups of customers, suppliers or employees within the organization.

Quality Commitment

• Assist the organization with establishing practices that align with ISO requirements.

Other Skills

• Proficiency in testing tools and equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) (IDEC).
• Experience designing and building testing fixtures.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies is a plus.
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and be attentive to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 

While performing the functions of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop and kneel; use hands, reach with hands and arms; communicate clearly and effectively.  The employee may also be frequently required to lift up to 10 pounds.