Director of Test Engineering

IEM is seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Test Engineering to lead our test engineering function responsible for completing production testing per applicable standards and functional tests for custom low and medium voltage metal enclosed power products. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining world-class test protocols and processes for low and medium voltage electrical equipment, ensuring product reliability, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise in electrical and controls systems related to power distribution, a strong foundation in engineering best practices, and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, high-reliability manufacturing environment.

This onsite position will report into our VP of Quality and Reliability at our Jacksonville, FL location.

• →Build and lead a high-performing test engineering team to support comprehensive production testing for IEM built-products covering various manufacturing facilities across North America.
• →Define the strategic direction of the test engineering function aligned with company goals and product roadmaps.
• →Working with R&D engineers and Validation test engineers, support New Product Introduction efforts by generating functional test plans to support a defect free product launch for mass production ramp.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Product Management) to ensure seamless integration of test strategies.

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

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We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

• Design and validate comprehensive test protocols and procedures for low and medium voltage equipment, including switchgear, control panels, circuit breakers, transformers, and related systems.
• Establish and maintain best practices in automated and manual testing methodologies for performance, durability, safety, and compliance.

• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve time-to-market.
• Implement robust metrics and KPIs to monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of testing operations

• Ensure all test protocols meet relevant industry standards (e.g., UL, IEC, ANSI, IEEE).
• Work closely with regulatory bodies and third-party testing labs to ensure certifications and approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
• Innovation & Technology
• Evaluate and adopt emerging testing technologies and methodologies to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence within the test engineering team

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