Manager Test Engineer - Newbury, MA

Lead Semiconductor Test Engineer

Our client is a well-established technology and manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for engineering excellence and innovation. Operating within a highly technical environment, the company supports a diverse customer base and is committed to delivering high-quality solutions through advanced engineering capabilities, continuous improvement, and a strong customer-focused culture. The business invests heavily in its people, technology, and operational infrastructure, creating an environment where engineering leaders can make a real impact. Collaboration is at the heart of the organization, with teams working cross-functionally across manufacturing, customer support, sales, and global stakeholders to drive business success. Employees are encouraged to develop professionally, contribute new ideas, and play a key role in shaping future technical capabilities.

Job Description

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Test and Product Engineers, technicians, and related technical staff.
• Drive the design and implementation of new semiconductor testing and burn-in capabilities.
• Manage test development projects from planning through execution, including methodology development, analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting activities.
• Establish engineering standards, documentation processes, specifications, and operational best practices.
• Define and execute technology roadmaps to support future testing capabilities and business requirements.
• Monitor project progress, communicate updates to stakeholders, and resolve technical or operational challenges.
• Support manufacturing operations through sustained engineering improvements focused on quality, productivity, cycle time, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop engineering talent while fostering a culture of continuous learning and performance.
• Manage departmental budgets, expenditures, policies, and administrative responsibilities.
• Stay current with advancements in automated test equipment, processes, and semiconductor testing technologies.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• At least 10 years of hands-on electrical test engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in analog, digital, memory, and mixed-signal testing methodologies.
• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing engineering teams and complex technical projects.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of electronic components, test methodologies, diagnostics, and debug techniques.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working collaboratively across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customer-facing teams.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a strong commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a critical engineering function within a highly respected technology-driven organization.
• Significant influence over technical strategy, process improvements, and future testing capabilities.
• Management responsibility for an experienced team with opportunities to shape talent development and succession planning.
• Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, automated test equipment, and advanced engineering methodologies.
• A collaborative and customer-focused culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth.
• Cross-functional and global stakeholder engagement, providing broad business exposure and career development opportunities.
• The ability to make a measurable impact on operational performance, quality improvements, and business success.