Test Engineering Expert

NPI-focused Test Engineering role responsible for developing and introducing test equipment, methodologies, and capabilities from concept through production readiness.

Serves as the key technical interface and delivery owner across project teams, equipment suppliers, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful test deployment for UPS products in the Philippines factory.

Responsibilities:

NPI Test Equipment Introduction & Deployment



* Own the end-to-end introduction of test equipment and capabilities for new UPS products, from initial planning through production handover.


* Lead test station and line planning, equipment selection, supplier technical alignment, FAT/SAT, equipment acceptance, and final buy-off.


* Ensure test equipment, fixtures, methods, and overall test capability are fully ready before pilot production.


* Develop and maintain Equipment Requirement Specifications / Machine Specifications, and conduct technical and DFM reviews with equipment suppliers.


* Drive equipment development, debugging, validation, acceptance, and transition to mass production.


* Define technical requirements for test fixtures, jigs, and test benches, coordinating their design, fabrication, and qualification with suppliers.

Cross-Functional & Supplier Technical Leadership



* Serve as the primary Test Engineering interface for NPI projects, working closely with project, manufacturing, quality, R&D, and factory test teams.


* Participate in NPI technical reviews and provide input on test feasibility, Design for Testability (DFT), equipment readiness, and lead-time risks.


* Manage technical coordination with equipment suppliers, including requirements alignment, schedule tracking, debugging, issue resolution, and acceptance.


* Travel to supplier sites when required to support equipment validation and acceptance.


* Lead the transition of new test stations and processes from NPI to mass production, including knowledge transfer and training for factory test technicians.

Test Documentation, Safety & Compliance


* Establish and maintain production-ready test documentation, including Machine Specifications, Work Instructions (WI), SOPs, and calibration requirements.


* Ensure test equipment and processes comply with applicable high-voltage and electrical safety requirements.


* Incorporate poka-yoke, traceability, and process controls into test solutions.


* Support internal and external audits related to test equipment, processes, documentation, and compliance.

Requirements:



* Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Automation, or a related field.


* Experience: At least 5 years of experience in test engineering for power products, preferably with 2+ years directly supporting UPS or comparable power electronics NPI/equipment introduction.


* Product Experience: Hands-on experience with both small/single-phase UPS systems an...