Server Test Engineer

Job Title: Server Test Engineer

Job Description

A leading global technology organization is seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Server Test Engineer to support server manufacturing operations within a state-of-the-art U.S. fulfillment and production facility. In this role, you drive server test operations, ensure product quality, optimize manufacturing processes, and maintain alignment with global engineering and manufacturing standards. You provide technical leadership, support production testing activities, resolve complex technical issues, and collaborate closely with engineering, logistics, quality, and operations teams to deliver reliable, high-performance server platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team responsible for server testing and validation activities in a high-volume production environment.
• Conduct comprehensive testing and validation of server hardware and system components, including x86 server platforms.
• Develop, maintain, and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and validation procedures for server hardware and firmware.
• Analyze test results, identify trends and anomalies, and clearly communicate findings to engineering and operations teams.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track hardware and firmware defects using structured defect management practices.
• Work closely with engineering teams to drive issue resolution, implement corrective actions, and improve product reliability.
• Participate in design reviews and specification assessments to influence product quality and testability at early stages.
• Support manufacturing readiness activities and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives across production lines.
• Ensure compliance with global quality, validation, and production standards throughout all test operations.
• Drive operational excellence through data-driven decision making, KPI management, and rigorous performance tracking.
• Apply strong hardware troubleshooting skills to quickly diagnose and resolve complex server issues on the production floor.
• Support and optimize production testing workflows, including PXE/DHCP-based deployment and test automation where applicable.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, quality, and operations teams to align testing with business objectives.
• Influence cross-functional teams and provide leadership in establishing best practices for server validation and test processes.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and process optimization within the manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of server hardware testing and validation experience, preferably in manufacturing, production, or data center hardware environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with server hardware validation and testing, including x86 server platforms.
• Solid understanding of server architecture, including BIOS/UEFI and BMC configuration and behavior.
• Experience with firmware validation and platform integration for enterprise server systems.
• Knowledge of server management protocols such as Redfish and IPMI, with the ability to apply them in test and troubleshooting scenarios.
• Experience administering Windows Server or Linux operating systems in support of test and validation activities.
• Strong hardware troubleshooting skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex server issues.
• Familiarity with enterprise operating systems and virtualization technologies used in server environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision making and process improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting test results, defects, and technical recommendations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience influencing cross-functional teams to adopt best practices and drive issue resolution.
• Leadership experience in high-volume production environments, including team support and KPI-focused performance management.
• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Bachelor"s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Intel-based server platforms and NVIDIA GPU server technologies.
• Hands-on with NVIDIA GPU server experience in test or production environments.
• Knowledge of PLDM and related platform management protocols.
• Experience with PXE deployment and DHCP configuration for automated server provisioning and testing.
• Familiarity with VMware and virtualization platforms used for validation and production testing.
• Experience in manufacturing or production testing environments, particularly for enterprise server hardware.
• Proven team leadership capabilities, including team motivation, coaching, and performance tracking.
• Experience developing and refining test plans, test cases, and validation procedures for complex hardware systems.
• Ability to participate effectively in design reviews and specification assessments to improve product quality and test coverage.

Work Environment

This role operates within a fast-paced manufacturing and fulfillment environment focused on delivering high-quality server platforms at scale. You work closely with engineering, logistics, quality, and operations teams in a highly collaborative setting that values innovation, accountability, and execution. The organization emphasizes safety, sustainability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across all production activities. You are expected to perform effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities and meeting aggressive production and quality goals. Leadership expectations include strong self-management, the ability to motivate and support team members, and consistent achievement of key performance indicators. The environment offers exposure to cutting-edge server platforms, enterprise infrastructure, and next-generation computing technologies, with direct impact on large-scale manufacturing and fulfillment operations and significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Whitsett, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Unlimited PTO (role/location dependent) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement savings plan with company support Life and disability insurance Wellness and employee assistance programs Career development and training opportunities

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Whitsett,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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