Automation Test Engineer Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Automation Test Engineer (ATE) Supervisor is responsible for leading the ATE staff to drive Test Uptime Machine enhancements Managing controls projects and working with operations on scheduled work. The role supports high-power testing activities for large-scale electrical power systems including UPS PDU STS and Energy Storage Solutions. This role ensures safe efficient and compliant testing operations while driving continuous improvement through Lean principles 5S and strong collaboration with Engineering Operations and Facilities teams.

This position will be based onsite at our Delaware OH location & a 1st Shift position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervising and assist with any Programming Controls & Hardware Projects.
• Plan manage and execute projects that support high-power test activities for large UPS systems PDUs STSs and energy storage solutions.
• Define and maintain test procedures acceptance criteria and documentation for functional performance and load testing.
• Oversee the use configuration and maintenance associated with test equipment.
• Troubleshooting complex electrical and system-level issues during testing and startup.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

• Lead all testing activities with an uncompromising focus on safety ensuring compliance with OSHA NFPA NEC and company safety standards.
• Conduct risk assessments job safety analyses (JSAs) and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for high-energy systems.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training audits and continuous reinforcement.

LEAN 5S & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Implement and sustain 5S standards within test areas to ensure organization efficiency and safety.
• Apply Lean principles to improve test flow reduce waste increase throughput and improve first-pass yield.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives related to test efficiency quality and cost.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

• Partner closely with Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Quality and Program Management to align projects that meet the design intent in Test.
• Engage with Facilities teams to plan power availability cooling space layout grounding and infrastructure needs for high-power testing.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing scalable and repeatable test strategies.

TEAM LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

• Lead mentor and develop ATEs MEs and technicians in high-power testing best practices.
• Establish clear expectations training plans and performance metrics for the ATE team.
• Foster a culture of accountability engagement and technical excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.
• 5 years of experience in high-power electrical systems testing; management or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of large UPS systems PDUs STSs and/or energy storage systems.
• Controls experience VBA programming Networking & Schematics.
• Hands-on experience with load banks and high-current high-voltage test environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing 5S and Lean principles in an engineering or manufacturing setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in data center critical power or mission-critical infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with relevant standards (UL IEC IEEE).
• Experience with WinPM WinCC Siemens PLCs LabVIEW/ TestStand programming documentation AutoCAD procedures instrument calibration Microsoft Office

KEY ATTRIBUTES & COMPETENCIES

• Safety-first mindset with proven experience managing high-risk high-energy environments.
• Strong understanding of power electronics three-phase systems and energy storage technologies.
• Practical problem-solver with the ability to lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Highly organized with attention to detail in documentation and process control.
• Effective communicator who can engage engineering operations and facilities stakeholders.
• Passion for continuous improvement team engagement and operational excellence.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Up to 10%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertivs Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. . Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
• Promote Transparent & Open Communication

At Vertiv were on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines from push notifications to generative AI. We design manufacture and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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