Test Lab Manager

To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation process, candidates are expected to complete all interviews and assessments independently and without the use of artificial intelligence tools (including AI-generated responses, prompts, or real-time assistance).Use of AI throughout the application and recruiting process may result in removal from consideration. Our goal is to get to know your authentic experiences, communication style, and problem-solving approach.

Under the direction of Director, Engineering manages activities related to test engineering including staffing, scheduling, coordinating and planning. Ensure the completion of assigned projects by efficiently and effectively managing all available resources. Develop and recommend revisions or enhancements to designs. Duties require considerable judgment to work independently toward general results, making decisions guided by precedent and based on company policy. Write and interpret test specifications, procedures, and strategies for the products, systems, components and subassemblies integral to the U-Haul product lineup.

• Reasonable and predictable attendance is essential.
• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Plan and establish engineering schedules. Manage assembly of cost control and statistical data. Develop material selection standards.
• Coordinate and direct projects, make detailed plans to accomplish goals and direct the integration of technical activities.
• Recommend new policies and procedures as necessary.
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demands to plan and assess the feasibility of the project.
• Plan and direct the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Direct, review and approve product design and changes.
• Recruit employees. Assign, direct, and evaluate their work and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Evaluate and interpret test results. Provide written reports as requested or required by management.
• Stay abreast of product and design trends, as well as new development processes.

7-10 years of related mechanical engineering, with a degree; 15-20 years' work experience in the truck and trailer industry, without a degree.

Bachelor Science Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Masters Science Mechanical Engineering (MSME), or the equivalent in job experience.

• Full Medical coverage
• Prescription plans
• Weight Watchers
• Onsite medical clinic for you and your family
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on-the-job training
• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University
• Business and travel insurance
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness/Group Accident
• 24-hour physician available for kids
• Met Law Legal program
• Met Life auto and home insurance
• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more
• Life Lock identity Theft
• Savvy consumer wellness programs- from health care tips to financial wellness
• Dave Ramsey’s Smart Dollar Program
• Wellness Program

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