Position – Test and Analysis Engineering Manager

Reports to – Sr. Manager, Factory Quality

Role Summary

The Manager of Testing and Analysis is a key leadership role within the Quality Department, responsible for overseeing all aspects of cell testing and failure analysis. This individual will lead a team of engineers, ensuring the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, managing test lab operations, driving failure analysis investigations, and implementing quality management best practices. This individual will also be key to driving a strong culturewithin the team that aligns with the larger cultural goals of the quality department and AES organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the test lab and failure analysis team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management to ensure the achievement of departmental and company objectives
Develop and implement strategic vision for test, validation and failure analysis labs which align with the business direction and aid the growth of the organization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Engineering, and Manufacturing, to ensure that testing requirements are integrated into the product development process
Collaborate with global test labs and failure analysislabs to ensureconsistency in executionand data collection
Develop and implement strategic testing plans and methodologies to validate cell performance, reliability, and safety, with a specific focus on lithium-ion battery testing
Lead the Failure Analysis Team todrive root cause analysis of cell failures, utilizing a variety of techniques (e.g.,SEM, EDS, XRD, EIS) to identify failuremechanisms and implement corrective actions
Drive decision making pertains to product performance and failures using detailed risk assessment and performance frameup
Establish and maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, work instructions, and reports,ensuring compliance with relevant industrystandards and regulations
Monitor and report on key metrics, providing regular updates to senior management on testing progress, results, and any potential issues
Drive a strong culture across the test engineering team concurrent to the Milwaukee Tool Cultural Expectations

Qualification

Master's degree in electrical, automation, chemical engineering or a relatedfield
8-10 years of industryexperience in testing,failure analysis or quality role, with a focus on lithium-ion battery technology
Proven experience in managing a team of engineers, with a demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff
Proven experience in managing test and analyticslab and its resources with a focus on operational efficiency, management and optimization
Extensive knowledgeof lithium-ion batterytesting methodologies, includingperformance, reliability, and safety testing
Strong background in failure analysis techniques, with experience in using tools such as SEM, EDS, XRD, EIS, and other relevant analytical methods
Experience in test development, including the designand implementation of test plans, procedures, and documentation
Solid understanding of qualitymanagement principles and practices
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinkingskills
Excellent communication skills with focuson executive reporting

Test and Analysis Engineering Manager (open for expat)