Lead Test Engineer

About us
Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better. We’re driven by progress and thrive on the challenge of relentless improvement. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people.

We push the boundaries of what others have defined as possible. Our approach starts with an engineering mindset and different thinking. Then we continuously refine our ideas – unwilling to compromise and driven by an obsession for finding a better way. We are looking for talented people to join our Engineering family.

About the role

Overview:

To support the Test Department in various tasks, which shall include, but not by way of limitation, on the following:

· Responsible to deliver medium to high complex Dyson project in verification testing managing test schedules, execution and results from internal and external test labs

· To own and support specific test activity based on assigned or across test area independently and ensure quality output of test results and failure report.

· Lead continuous improvement activity to optimize lab operation in term time, cost and quality within the lab.

· Accountable liaise with Project Teams to review and highlight lab issue which may affect test demands in advance to develop risk mitigation plan to be executed on time as project time plan.

· Displays in-depth knowledge of broad test engineering concepts typically analyses solutions contributes to process improvements and recommend changes to improve on capability, capacity, repeatability, and reproducibility.

· Interrogate design specifications and acceptance criteria to support resolution of engineering problem by through verification with capable of advising the most appropriate test methods, modify existing methods or devise new test methods.

· To own approved test methods and able to advise on rationale and test execution

· Possess also, necessary experience to contribute to the development of specialised test facilities / chambers and be able to work with vendors to realize the design / concept.

· Possess knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, theories, concepts and develops competence by applying these to structured assignments and/or problem solving. Able also to challenge & develop Dyson engineering practices to continuously improve technology /design/product quality.

· Owner of test results, possessing the ability to utilize established statistical methods to analyse / qualify test data and direct investigations into unexpected deviations from product performance.

· Make reliable judgement as path forward action and discussing analysis results and capitalizing on accumulated knowledge to report on results and recommend follow-on action(s).

· Possesses the ability to design simple tools, jigs or fixtures in the drive for improvement to efficiency & effectiveness and/or improve on GR&R for test methods in single and multisite correlation studies.

· Review each of test request, align with testing requirements for product development and report out testing readiness and advice mitigation plan on the risks associated with the testing plan in term of test capacity and capability.

· Review Dyson products features/technologies and provide advice on the test setup based on the specific products designs. Manages new technology transitions from across Dyson sites, participating in the upstream processes that drive the development of these new test technologies (methods, apparatus, chambers, environments).

· Enforces adherence to departmental process / procedures and drive multiple operational key performance index.

· Identify risk and hazards to recommend appropriate counter measures and sign off risk assessment to cultivate and drive safe work environment culture within safety standards and guidelines set out by Dyson policy.

· Aware of key business processes associated with the day-to-day function of the team.

· Carry out other related tasks in addition to the above main tasks.

About you

· Degree, Master’s or PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or related field which is equivalent experience with broad technical engineering skills. Above 7 years’ experience with product verification from consumer electronic products.

· Experienced in industry plus in-depth knowledge & experience of product R&D, relevant technologies or test engineering that related to with product verification from consumer electronic products.

· Proficient in project management, verification and testing environment, planning and conducting testing, test method development and you had exposure to test rigs and automation.

· Deep understanding with international test method standards (IEC, EN, ASTM, etc.) and internally developed test method focusing on robustness and performance testing for the product.

· Knowledge in FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), statistical analysis and six sigma. Ability applies it to solve problems.

· Exceptional, capable and confident in communication and presentation skills; able to translate and communicate complex technical information to relevant stakeholders either within internal or external teams, managers and directors as required.

· Comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and enjoy greatly the idea of solving problems that have not been solved at scale before.

· Proactive and have high level sense of urgency, responsibility and commitment.

· Ability to manage time to complete individual tasks and coordinate work with others.

· Possesses a deep understanding of and experience in team-specific disciplines.

· Capable of assessing and effectively projecting the right perspective when in a cross-team discussion environment

· Skilled in hands on lab work, executing investigative tests and experiments.

· Analytical and problem-solving ability, capable of assessing technologies and products using a variety of methods.

· Proficient in instrumentation and data acquisition, for experiment and verification and capable of utilizing statistical tools to draw inference from large data sets.

· Deep experienced in working with prototyping solutions and benchmark testing methodologies and exposure to test automation.

· Capable on application of AI/Machine learning to enhance way of working will be an added advantage.

Desirable:

· Excellent personality and open to positive criticism.

· Self-starter with full of initiative to make the difference.

· Perseverance – consistently putting effort to maintain and further improve current system or process.

· Displays leadership capabilities when in a team environment.

· Displays initiative & pro activity in the investigation & resolution of difficulties problems.

· Capable of working under pressure, commit to tight deadlines and able to think and react promptly.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.