Engineering Lab Manager

Job Description

Join Intel and build a better tomorrow. Intel is in the midst of an exciting transformation, with a vision to create and extend computing technology to connect and enrich the lives of every person on Earth. So join us and help us create the next generation of technologies that will shape the future for decades to come. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Lab Manager to lead the successful operation of all Client Validation Engineering (CVE) labs globally. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality execution of the labs' global support model, maintaining lab readiness, and overseeing the global lab budget. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive efficiency and standardization across multiple lab environments. Experience managing diverse, cross-functional global teams is essential to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with global business objectives. 

Intel Corporation's state of the art facilities gives you the opportunity to learn a variety of technical and operational skills to develop, operate, maintain, and repair the world’s most advanced facility equipment, in a demanding and challenging operations environment. 

Life at Intel link:  

As a Lab Engineering Manager, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage the global lab budget, focusing on cost savings and efficiencies through reuse across client lab teams.

• Ensure lab readiness for each new generation of client products, including capacity planning and infrastructure capabilities.

• Facilitate the standardization of processes and consistent use of lab tools for asset management, daily lab operations, and platform tracking.

• Develop and mentor lab staff globally, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and validation teams across multiple geographies, to align lab activities with company objectives and product development timelines.

• Oversee the operation of all CVE labs globally, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

• Implement and maintain the global support model (GSM), which includes system and board support, platform debug and repair, soldering, compute resources, safety protocols, HVPIP reconciliation, security measures, and asset management.

• Support engineers and validation teams in their daily tasks, ensuring they have the necessary resources to achieve product quality.

Behavioral traits that we are looking for: 

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.  

• Proficiency in lab operations, asset management systems, and platform tracking tools. 

• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across different levels of the organization.  

Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life. 

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Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. 

This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum skills and experience that will get you noticed:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. 

• Candidate must have 10+ years of experience with all ofthe following:

  • Managing and maintaining high-complexity engineering labs

  • Hands-on experience with validation methodologies, including hardware and software testing.

  • Developing and implementing operational processes for lab efficiency and utilization.

  • Leading and managing cross-functional teams in a lab or technical setting. 

• or Master's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field with 6 + yrs experience in the above mentioned field.

 Preferred skills and experience that will make you stand out:

• ExperienceWorking withlab management tools and workflow automation (e.g., lab inventory management systems).

• Experience managing global teams, ensuring collaboration across time zones and regions.

• Experience with budget management and cost optimization strategies.

• Knowledge of safety regulations and security protocols in a lab setting. 

Inside this Business Group

The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth.

Other Locations

US, Hillsboro

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $141,673.00-$241,005.00*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.