Test Manufacturing Lead Engineer

Description:

Drive Innovation in Electronics Manufacturing as a Lead Engineer in Test Manufacturing! 

Location: Richardson, TX | Payrate: $35.58 - $40/hour | Schedule: Multiple shifts available  

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading company in the Electronics Manufacturing industry to hire a talented and motivated Lead Engineer in Test Manufacturing. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, optimizing automated test systems, and improving manufacturing performance, this is your chance to make a direct impact on cutting-edge products and production technologies. 

About the Role 

As a Lead Engineer in Test Manufacturing, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and optimizing automated test equipment and test processes used in product testing and design verification. Your expertise will help improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and overall operational performance while supporting advanced electronics manufacturing initiatives. 

What You’ll Do 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities 

  • Define, specify, qualify, install, support, and optimize automated test equipment and test processes 

  • Lead test process optimization initiatives focused on improving cycle time, yield, and operational efficiency 

  • Troubleshoot and debug test equipment and manufacturing processes using Design of Experiments (DOE), failure analysis, and diagnostic tools 

  • Collaborate with Quality, Process, and Equipment Engineering teams to resolve product and yield performance issues 

  • Analyze yield reports, equipment logs, and product diagnostics to identify sources of yield loss 

  • Develop improvement roadmaps for test coverage, diagnosability, reparability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) 

  • Support integration of test equipment into Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 

  • Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance manufacturing quality and productivity 

Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience 

  • 1–3 years of related engineering or manufacturing test experience 

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills 

  • Experience working with automated test equipment and manufacturing processes 

  • Ability to analyze technical data and implement process improvements 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and failure analysis methodologies 

  • Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 

  • Background in electronics manufacturing or high-volume production environments 

  • Familiarity with yield analysis, test diagnostics, and process optimization 

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional environments 

Work Environment 

  • Professional office and manufacturing environment 

  • Extended periods of computer-based technical analysis and data review 

  • Frequent use of engineering software and detailed technical documentation 

  • Occasional travel may be required 

Ready to Build the Future of Manufacturing? 

If you’re ready to take your engineering career to the next level and help drive innovation in electronics manufacturing, apply today! Join PDS Tech Commercial and become part of a team where your technical expertise and ideas truly matter. 



Pay Details: $35.58 to $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



 
Job Number: US_EN_33_022364_2552463
Job Location: Richardson, TX
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 05/29/2026
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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