Lead Engineer, Test Development

Newmarket, ON
On-site
Posted Nov 6, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 3+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Lead Engineer designs, develops, and implements automatic test equipment and programs to ensure high-quality product manufacturing. They provide technical leadership, manage project timelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize test coverage and manufacturing processes.

Job details

Req ID: 142375 Remote Position: NoRegion: Americas Country: Canada State/Province: Ontario City: Newmarket Summary The Lead Engineer in Test Development designs, develops and implements automatic test equipment and test programs for product testing and design verification which ensure robust and high quality assembled products in manufacturing.A Test Development Engineer may specialize in many areas but are generally categorized into Structural (verification of an assembly process by testing each of its smaller elements and their interconnects) and Functional (verification that a design will perform its main purpose). Incumbents are fully qualified to execute job/role accountabilities working independently on most aspects of the job. Work is performed within established professional standards and practices. Tasks are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required to complete recurring assignments independently and to determine the best methods to follow to complete assignments. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the division’s/department’s operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Works under general Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to manager or expert resource. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Builds internal and external relationships, with emphasis on those that facilitate the achievement of job/role accountabilities, such as relationships with key suppliers, customers and internal service and teams.Detailed Description Performs tasks such as, but are not limited to the following: Work independently to develop technical solutions without assistance in a limited number of technical fields supporting common segments/technologieReviews and interprets customer documentation, conducts research, analysis & experiments wit minimal direction from senior staffAttend and interact in technical discussions with customersMay also solving complex problems in cooperation with a team of other engineersProject technical leadership, including management of (and communication with) team members, suppliers and customers both internal & externalCreate technical proposals (solutions and timelines) based on requirementsProvide high level test hardware and software solution architectureReview equipment data sheets and select appropriate equipment based on requirementsCreate technical proposals with costed BOM and hours estimatesCreate structural and functional test strategy and test plan to meet project goals based on product design requirementsAbility to research and comprehend relevant product technologies and skills associated with product technologiesInvolvement in all areas of the manufacturing test development process, including hardware/equipment selection, procurement, test code development, hardware integration, system integration, validation, qualification and installation support for manufacturing onsiteCollaborate with customer product design teams, providing feedback from product testability, test coverage, diagnosability, reparability, firmware/diagnostics and user experience standpointDevelop production level (low to high volume) manufacturing test strategies and test requirements based on product design hardware and software specifications for new productsDevelop manufacturing test Testplan documentationDesign and develop test solutions including hardware & software elementsDevelop new test code and tools for manufacturing test automation from scratchIntegrate new tools and other custom code developed by other internal groups or external customer teamsSystem integration, qualification, and installation to meet product, quality and test requirements outlined in the “Testplan” documentDebug of tester issues using design of experiments, tools, and failure analysis methodologiesExecute all validation/qualification requirements by applying statistical and common industry methodsStabilization of Test Solutions for manufacturing to optimize with process teams focusing on failure analysis, cycle time & test yield optimizations, as well as false failure reductionsMaintaining test equipment, test fixtures and specialized tools for manufacturing test automationKeep up to date with relevant industry knowledge and regulationsApply a continuous improvement mindset to all aspects of the development processSome Travelling requirements to overseas (US, Mexico, Asia, EU)Knowledge/Skills/Competencies Refer to technical skills below: Engineering Foundation CompetenciesKnowledge and understanding of the design process for systems and printed circuit boardsKnowledge and understanding of systems and printed circuit board manufacturing processes and equipmentKnowledge of industry and quality standardsAbility to evaluate, diagnose and troubleshoot problemsKnowledge of materials and components used in the construction of systems and printed circuit boards and subassembliesKnowledge of industry and quality standards for incoming materialsAbility to evaluate materials, gather and analyze data and determine root cause of problemsKnowledge of testing software, processes and methodologies and failure analysisKnowledge of IT platforms, networking, database design and programming languages appropriate to areaMinimum 3 years of practical software development experience in Linux environment with minimum one language (Python mandatory)Minimum 3 years of practical experience using GIT in Linux environment (mandatory)Minimum 3 years of engineering development and manufacturing operations support (preferred)Javascript, HTML, XML, TCL, Bash Scripting, MS Visual Studio .NET (C#, VB, ASP), SQL (preferred)Strong operations background in electronics manufacturing experience (mandatory)Software design, development, debug and releaseHardware development, integration and qualification (preferred)Project leadership and managing multiple projects with good organization skillsAbility to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external customersInstrumentation automation, driver development (preferred)Board design and layout experience would be an asset (preferred, not mandatory)Development in Hyperscale, Cloud Connectivity and/or DataCenter industry would be an asset (most preferred)Development in Aerospace & Defense and/or Healthcare industry would be an asset (not mandatory)Development experience with National Instruments LabView would be an asset (not mandatory)National Instruments TestStand experience would be an asset (not mandatory)Physical Demands Lab work including assembling test equipment, racks of instruments, running cables, wiring and test interface PCBAs assembly Normal office environment with exposure to manufacturing environments May require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data Repetitive manual movements are frequently required (e.g. data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc) Occasional travel may be required within US, Mexico, and Asia, EU Typical Experience 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Experience in similar roles preferred Typical Education Bachelor of Applied Science or Engineering in Computer, Electrical, Software, Mechatronics (Most Preferred) Notes This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages. Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC): ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions. CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth. Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide. We use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions involve human review. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 3 years of practical software development experience in a Linux environment. Proficiency in Python and Git is mandatory, along with a strong background in electronics manufacturing operations.