Test Engineering Director - Salisbury, NC
1 day ago
Austin
T est Engineering Director - supporting cloud and AI data center infrastructure customers. Based onsite at our new Salisbury, NC location. We are offering relocation assistance! Please note: This role will require extensive travel to another Jabil site during the first 3–6 months for training, team integration, and operational alignment. The Test Engineering Director is a strategic leader responsible for driving test engineering excellence across Jabil’s cloud compute and data center manufacturing operations. As a functional architect of Jabil’s business systems and processes, this role ensures the delivery of innovative, scalable, and cost-effective test solutions that support superior operational performance. This leader will oversee the development and deployment of advanced test strategies, manage cross-functional teams, and champion continuous improvement through the integration of cutting-edge technologies, tools, and methodologies. What can you expect to do? Leadership & People Management • Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing Test Engineering Managers., • Define hiring criteria and coach teams through the recruitment process., • Foster a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth., • Develop and execute succession plans for key roles within the Test Engineering function., • Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback and evaluations., • Define and implement a global Test Engineering strategy aligned with Jabil’s business objectives., • Collaborate with Business Units and Operations Leadership to ensure alignment and execution., • Lead the identification and dissemination of best practices across all manufacturing sites., • Oversee the development and maintenance of test infrastructure at server (L10) and rack (L11) levels., • Lead initiatives for test infrastructure expansion, deployment, and optimization., • Develop and manage test equipment procurement strategies and cost reduction initiatives., • Guide the development of specialized test equipment and software., • Lead debugging and troubleshooting strategies for test software and hardware issues., • Ensure robust support and maintenance of deployed test systems., • Facilitate regular communication forums to share updates, ideas, and best practices., • Adapt communication styles to effectively engage diverse teams and stakeholders. Education & Experience • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 15+ years of experience in test engineering, with at least 4 years in a leadership role., • Proven experience in cloud compute or data center manufacturing environments., • Proficiency in Linux, shell scripting, and programming languages., • Strong understanding of enterprise networking (L1–L3), including BGP, DHCP Relay, and ECMP., • Experience with statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making. Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes: • Competitive Base Salary, • Annual Bonus, • Long Term Incentives, • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options, • 401K Match, • Employee Stock Purchase Plan, • Paid Time Off, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program, • Pet Insurance, • Adoption Assistance, • Community Volunteer Opportunities