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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
Generac Home is hiring a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering. In this role you will lead Manufacturing Test organization responsible for manufacturing test strategy, automated test equipment, test software development, production data systems, engineering laboratories, and factory test deployment. This leader will be primarily working on Home product portfolio that involves our Solar & Storage, Interconnect Controls & PowerGen products.
You will lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of software developers, test engineers, designers, and technicians supporting PCBA Functional Test, End-of-Line (EOL) Test, Safety Test, and Run-In/Burn-In systems across internal and contract manufacturing sites.
Preferred location: Reno NV, (Santa Moncia OR Waukesha WI as options)
Essential Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
- Lead and develop a team of manufacturing test engineers, software developers, and designers.
- Establish organization strategy, technical roadmaps, staffing plans, and annual objectives.
- Manage departmental budgets, capital investments, contractors, and external suppliers.
- Drive a culture of technical excellence, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
Manufacturing Test Engineering
- Define manufacturing test strategies for power electronics, energy storage, controls, and Clean Energy products.
- Lead development and deployment of PCBA Functional Test, End-of-Line Test, HiPot/Safety Test, and Run-In/Burn-In systems.
- Establish standardized test architectures, specifications, coverage requirements, and deployment processes.
- Support factory launches, production ramp-ups, and test-system transfers across manufacturing sites.
- Lead development of manufacturing test software and automation solutions.
- Oversee applications utilizing Golang, Python, C#, LabVIEW, Linux, PLCs, and industrial automation technologies.
- Ensure integration of test systems with MES, databases, traceability systems, and manufacturing infrastructure.
- Improve test coverage, uptime, first-pass yield, cycle time, and diagnostic capabilities through automation and software innovation.
Data Analytics & Traceability
- Lead development of manufacturing test dashboards, data pipelines, and analytics platforms.
- Drive use of ClickHouse, Grafana, Power BI, and other tools for yield, throughput, failure analysis, and factory performance monitoring.
- Establish data-driven approaches for root cause analysis, quality improvement, and production optimization.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with Product Engineering, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
- Drive Design-for-Test (DFT) initiatives and manufacturing test readiness for new products.
- Lead manufacturing test support at internal factories and contract manufacturers globally
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Electrical, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing test, automation, software development, or electronics manufacturing.
- 5+ years of engineering leadership experience.
- Experience with automated test equipment, production software, and high-volume manufacturing environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with energy storage, power electronics, inverters, or embedded systems.
- Experience with Golang, Python, C#, LabVIEW, Linux, SQL databases, and industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with SIL/HIL systems, automated test equipment, and production analytics platforms.
- Experience supporting NPI and contract manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485, and other embedded communication protocols.
No 3rd parties or agencies at this time.
#LI-HR1
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
Generac Home is hiring a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering. In this role you will lead Manufacturing Test organization responsible for manufacturing test strategy, automated test equipment, test software development, production data systems, engineering laboratories, and factory test deployment. This leader will be primarily working on Home product portfolio that involves our Solar & Storage, Interconnect Controls & PowerGen products.
You will lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of software developers, test engineers, designers, and technicians supporting PCBA Functional Test, End-of-Line (EOL) Test, Safety Test, and Run-In/Burn-In systems across internal and contract manufacturing sites.
Preferred location: Reno NV, (Santa Moncia OR Waukesha WI as options)
Essential Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
- Lead and develop a team of manufacturing test engineers, software developers, and designers.
- Establish organization strategy, technical roadmaps, staffing plans, and annual objectives.
- Manage departmental budgets, capital investments, contractors, and external suppliers.
- Drive a culture of technical excellence, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
Manufacturing Test Engineering
- Define manufacturing test strategies for power electronics, energy storage, controls, and Clean Energy products.
- Lead development and deployment of PCBA Functional Test, End-of-Line Test, HiPot/Safety Test, and Run-In/Burn-In systems.
- Establish standardized test architectures, specifications, coverage requirements, and deployment processes.
- Support factory launches, production ramp-ups, and test-system transfers across manufacturing sites.
- Lead development of manufacturing test software and automation solutions.
- Oversee applications utilizing Golang, Python, C#, LabVIEW, Linux, PLCs, and industrial automation technologies.
- Ensure integration of test systems with MES, databases, traceability systems, and manufacturing infrastructure.
- Improve test coverage, uptime, first-pass yield, cycle time, and diagnostic capabilities through automation and software innovation.
Data Analytics & Traceability
- Lead development of manufacturing test dashboards, data pipelines, and analytics platforms.
- Drive use of ClickHouse, Grafana, Power BI, and other tools for yield, throughput, failure analysis, and factory performance monitoring.
- Establish data-driven approaches for root cause analysis, quality improvement, and production optimization.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with Product Engineering, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
- Drive Design-for-Test (DFT) initiatives and manufacturing test readiness for new products.
- Lead manufacturing test support at internal factories and contract manufacturers globally
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Electrical, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing test, automation, software development, or electronics manufacturing.
- 5+ years of engineering leadership experience.
- Experience with automated test equipment, production software, and high-volume manufacturing environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with energy storage, power electronics, inverters, or embedded systems.
- Experience with Golang, Python, C#, LabVIEW, Linux, SQL databases, and industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with SIL/HIL systems, automated test equipment, and production analytics platforms.
- Experience supporting NPI and contract manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485, and other embedded communication protocols.
No 3rd parties or agencies at this time.
#LI-HR1
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
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Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman53
- Lockheed Martin35
- Raytheon32
- Amazon27
- BAE Systems USA22
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software21
- Electronics & Hardware14
- Manufacturing8
- Aerospace & Defense5
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior test engineer jobs.
- 5+ years of hands-on software or hardware testing experience in a professional environment
- Proficiency with automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, pytest, or TestNG
- Experience writing and maintaining test plans, test cases, and defect reports
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Strong programming or scripting skills in Python, Java, or JavaScript
- ISTQB certification or equivalent formal testing credential preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Senior Test Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the testing stack
Hiring managers scan for the exact tools in the job description, so if the role lists Selenium, pytest, or JIRA, those words need to appear in your experience section with concrete context, not just a skills list at the bottom.
Quantify defects caught and coverage gains
Generic claims like 'improved quality' don't move senior-level hiring committees. Replace them with specifics: how many defects you caught before release, how much test coverage increased, or how much faster CI pipelines ran after your automation work.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior test engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by domain, not just title
A senior test engineer role in medical devices requires FDA validation knowledge, while one in embedded automotive demands AUTOSAR or ISO 26262 experience. Filter by industry first so your domain expertise works in your favor, not against you.
Prepare a live demo of your test framework
Many senior-level interviews include a technical screen where you walk through existing automation code. Have a GitHub repo or local project ready that shows your framework design decisions, not just passing tests, so reviewers can see how you think architecturally.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
In senior test engineer offers, clarify whether you own framework architecture, manage junior testers, or both before discussing compensation. Scope differences at this level can mean entirely different career trajectories, and misalignment is harder to fix after you start.
Senior Test Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior test engineers?
The companies hiring the most senior test engineers right now include Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across software product companies, defense contractors, and medical device manufacturers.
How many senior test engineer jobs are remote?
About 48% of senior test engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Automation and software QA roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while embedded systems and hardware testing positions are far more likely to require on-site work due to physical lab equipment.
How do you become a senior test engineer?
Most senior test engineers start in a junior QA or test analyst role, building expertise in manual testing before moving into automation. From there, you develop a specialty, such as performance testing, embedded systems, or security testing, take ownership of framework design, and mentor junior team members. Earning a certification like ISTQB Advanced reinforces the credibility needed for senior-level hiring decisions.
Can you get hired as a senior test engineer without direct senior-level experience?
You can make a strong case without a prior senior title if you can show senior-level output in a mid-level role. Document framework ownership, cross-team test strategy work, or situations where you drove quality decisions without direct management support. Hiring managers at this level weigh demonstrated impact over job titles, especially in fast-moving product companies.
What does the senior test engineer interview process look like?
Most senior test engineer interviews include a recruiter screening call, a technical phone screen covering your automation approach and language proficiency, and a take-home or live coding exercise focused on test design rather than algorithm puzzles. A final loop typically includes a system design or framework architecture discussion and a behavioral panel assessing how you've handled quality issues at scale.
Where can I find and apply to senior test engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior test engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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