Test Engineer

About the Position

Test Engineer

Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

Category: Supply Chain and Manufacturing Ops

Job ID: 2016303

Onsite Only

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Responsibilities

As a Global Manufacturing Operation Testing Engineer, you will:

• Play a key role in validating manufacturing processes and product quality through comprehensive testing and analysis.
• Define test strategies and structures for complex and new products, owning end-to-end test strategy from ICT to functional system tests.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to optimize workflows, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Support new product introductions by validating manufacturing readiness and process capability.
• Manage functional test capacity, expansion planning, and execution.
• Develop and maintain various test types including functional, system-level, chamber, burn-in, stress tests, and test fixtures.
• Utilize data analytics and statistical methods to improve yield and handle large manufacturing datasets.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline with +5 years of experience in manufacturing test engineering within a global environment, complemented by a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and product lifecycle management (PLM).
• Test Strategy & Data Analysis: Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive test plans, utilizing advanced data analysis tools and software to interpret results and generate actionable insights.
• Compliance & Failure Analysis: Expertise in maintaining manufacturing compliance standards and documentation, combined with strong skills in Failure Analysis and Debug to lead root cause investigations for design, process, and component issues.
• Technical Specialization: Deep technical expertise in high-speed digital interfaces (SerDes, Optical, Ethernet), functional validation of complex boards, and testing of complete telecom systems.
• Technical Proficiency & Automation: Experience with manufacturing testing automation tools, combined with programming proficiency (e.g., Python, C/C#) and data analytics skills.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within a global technical environment.

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Nice to Have

• Process Improvement: Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Collaboration: Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across global teams.
• Professional Mindset: A proactive problem-solving approach characterized by attention to detail and a consistent focus on quality and efficiency.

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We Offer

• Join a team that is revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond.
• Collaborate with a worldwide network of doers and experts, and experience limitless opportunities to grow and build.
• Work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale.
• Comprehensive benefits designed to support every aspect of your life: from your well-being to your time away to your family.
• A culture of mutual respect and mindfulness that permeates our success.

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About the Company

At Cisco, bold ideas, revolutionary innovations, and courageous thinking thrive. Work with impact, be at the forefront of what's next, and power the future for our customers and the world. Learn and grow with our depth and breadth of technology, resources, and industry experts.

Apply now to join our team and lead the development and execution of comprehensive testing strategies for manufacturing processes and products.