Test Development Team Lead

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• University Degree (preferably: Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics);
• Experience providing general leadership — guiding teams, setting direction, and supporting strong day-to-day performance.
• A solid technical background that helps you contribute to testing activities and overall product quality.
• Familiarity with developing or improving test systems, tools, or processes that support effective testing.
• Knowledge or experience in the following areas: automotive systems, electronics, working with Autosar: VT System; Can; Canoe; National Instruments: Test Stand and LabView.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to understand complex systems;
• Self-reliant, structured, and proactive way of working;
• Demonstrated years of experience in the automotive test field;
• Knowledge into test system development on the basis of specified standards and requirements;

• System knowledge of power products;
• Strong communication skills in English;
• Work experience with power products (DCDC, OBC, high voltage products) is a plus.

What you'll get for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution and celebrated for your success;
• Opportunities to learn new skills in a multi-field industry (Automotive, LifeStyle, Healthcare, Industrial, Communications);
• Customized career paths based on your aspirational goals.
• A competitive salary and benefits package that includes:
• A merit-based pay and living-adjustments;
• Holiday bonus;
• Christmas Bonus
• Performance bonus;
• Loyalty bonus;
• Reward and recognition bonus;
• Referral bonus;
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function;
• Travel opportunities;
• Support in your well-being by access to: Private medical/pension insurance, Free workshops and seminars on well-being Free access to therapy and consultations;
• Having fun at work;
• Community experiences and events for you and your children
• Access to various discount programs (shopping, food&drink, sport).

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Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

In our Design Center in Timisoara, our team creates technologies for the Automotive Market. Our power electronics portfolio includes Onboard Chargers, 48V and High-voltage DC/DC Converters.

To support our design team, we are currently looking for a Test Development Team Lead located in Timisoara Vox Technology Park.

Strengthening our team, you would get to:

• Work for the big Automotive OEMs such as AUDI, BMW, Daimler, Ford, VW and Stellantis;
• Work in a supportive, stable, inventive team in a modern, high-quality environment;
• Experience the difference, become a member of our innovative team;
• Share with us your ideas and create positive impacts right from the start.

What a typical day looks like:

• You will provide leadership by guiding the team, setting direction, and enabling strong performance.
• Use your technical background to support testing activities and contribute to overall product quality
• Support the development and improvement of test systems to enable effective and reliable testing.
• You will test system concepts for flex product designs (black box) and customer design (white/grey box) according to stakeholder/system requirements
• Create product specific tester block diagram for test system
• Benchmark & compare critical test instruments like Power Supplies, electr. Loads, Current measurement, Relays.
• Create test solutions for new interface types based on Automotive Trends (eg 10BaseT1S, GMSL, FPD Link, SENT, PSI5, DSI3...)
• Identify scalable test solutions for similar channels (Validation tester concept).
• Identify alternative solutions with best cost approach.
• Maintain supplier data base with test instruments and test equipment
• Pursuit & support new business / Change Requests - Global T&V Quotes
• System Integration/Qualification Test (SYS.4 & SYS.5)
• Identify issues/blockers and look for solutions in local IT infrastructure to ensure efficient work & test environment
• Conduct Global T&V roadmap activities and update status presentations

• Concept design and development of complex qualification and test systems for automotive power products;
• Implementation of software and hardware integration tests;
• Maintenance and debugging on existing test systems;
• Programming and implementation of software and hardware integration tests;
• Design & Development support for failure analysis and regression testing.

Who are we?

Flex creates extraordinary products for customers that add value and improve people's lives. With a history of manufacturing and product development spanning over 50 years, at the heart of our business and operations is the Flex community of ~170,000 members in 30 countries.

In Timişoara, we have been open for over 20 years, and the Flex Timişoara community consists of thousands of employees working in 6 buildings on an area of ​​​​13,000 square meters. Our products are built on 25 SMT lines and 1 proto line. To create the technology of tomorrow, we use innovative solutions developed by engineers with experience in automation and assembly design in the electronics industry, streamlining processes and minimizing risks.

Our goal is to be the trusted partner in the electronics industry, thanks to the experience we have gained and the products we have created for global partners in automotive, medical, infrastructure and communication. We are proud of the teams of professionals who contribute to the company's success, through constant improvements to production processes and supply chains.

Flex's commitment is to always do things right and sustainably . We operate with integrity to be industry leaders, applying and maintaining ethical standards in all Flex processes.

Respect, fairness, integrity and honesty are the Flex values ​​​​that we apply in all the company's interactions with partners, customers, suppliers, shareholders and, especially, in our relationships with our employees and colleagues.

Why Flex Timisoara?

The Flex story begins in the Flex employee community. Our colleagues are encouraged and supported to find innovative solutions, develop their careers and contribute to the growth of the company.

Flex's culture is built around shared values, and they are reflected in our daily work and in the community we serve. We collaborate, aim to always do the right thing, and support each other to create products that improve our lives.

Our priorities are employee safety, professional development and inclusion. We believe in creating a positive work environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional development.

To grow the teams that create extraordinary products, we are expanding our employee community.

The Flex Timişoara experience means:

People at Flex : our teams of professionals and specialists make positive contributions to both our clients and partners, as well as to the community they live in. We are proud of our colleagues and recognize their daily work and effort.

Creative Ideas : We celebrate all the creative ways our colleagues have had a positive impact on their own and the company's development, implementing ideas that have delighted customers and partners.

Equity, inclusion and diversity : ongoing local and corporate programs aim to grow a balanced community, to ensure equal opportunities for all people who want a career in the electronics manufacturing industry.