Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer with our client.

Job Description:

• We are seeking a hands-on Sr. Manufacturing Test Engineer to lead calibration and end-of-line (EOL) test operations for LiDAR products in a production environment.
• In this role, you will support production test stations, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and partner closely with CM/EMS providers and cross-functional engineering teams to enable successful product launches and high-volume manufacturing.
• This is an execution-focused position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys turning complex test requirements into reliable production processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Own and support calibration and end-of-line (EOL) test processes for our LiDAR systems and subassemblies.
• Set up, validate, maintain, and improve production test stations, fixtures, and supporting processes.
• Execute test and calibration procedures during NPI, pilot builds, and volume production.
• Troubleshoot test failures and manufacturing issues and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Partner with CM/EMS providers and cross-functional teams including Systems, Hard-ware, Quality, Reliability, and Operations to support production readiness and ongoing manufacturing.
• Drive yield improvement, test robustness, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing test operations.
• Maintain test documentation, work instructions, and engineering change control records.
• Participate in DFT and DFM reviews to improve manufacturability, test coverage, and product readiness.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, production test, or test engineering, ideally in optics, sensors, automotive electronics, or similarly complex hardware environments.
• Hands-on experience with automated test systems, lab instrumentation, and production fixturing.
• Strong understanding of electro-optical systems, lasers, photodetectors (including APD and SPAD), and optical fundamentals.
• Experience using data analysis and statistical methods to improve yield, reliability, and test performance.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to support builds and issue resolution at world wide CM/EMS partner sites as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience with LiDAR systems, optical sensors, or related electro-optical products.
• Familiarity with laser-based systems, photodetectors, and optical alignment processes.
• Exposure to automotive manufacturing, safety-critical systems, or high-reliability products.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers or EMS partners in a production.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Pleasanton, CA
• Salary Range: $125K-145K

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.