Senior Engineer I, Manufacturing Quality

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Job's mission

As a Senior Engineer I, Manufacturing Quality at ASM, you will play a critical role in ensuring product quality and manufacturing excellence across ASM's manufacturing network. Working closely with Contract Manufacturers, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Global Quality teams, you will drive quality improvements, lead problem-solving activities, and strengthen quality systems that support reliable product delivery and customer satisfaction. This role offers the opportunity to influence manufacturing quality performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic semiconductor equipment environment.

What you will be working on

• Lead investigations of manufacturing non-conformances, customer complaints, and field quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies

• Drive containment actions, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and effectiveness verification to prevent recurrence

• Partner with Contract Manufacturers and internal stakeholders to improve manufacturing quality performance through data analysis, risk assessment, and continuous improvement activities

• Develop and optimize inspection plans, quality control processes, workmanship standards, and quality monitoring methods

• Conduct product and process audits to ensure compliance with ASM quality requirements and customer expectations

• Support internal, certification, supplier, and customer audits, and ensure timely closure of audit findings and improvement actions

• Perform periodic quality assessments of Contract Manufacturers and suppliers, including ISO 9001 compliance evaluations and follow-up activities

• Promote operational excellence through the application of quality tools and methodologies to improve product quality and manufacturing performance

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related discipline

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Quality, Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, or a related manufacturing environment

• Experience leading quality investigations and applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Root Cause Analysis

• Hands-on experience supporting internal audits, certification audits, supplier audits, and/or customer audits

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret quality data and drive improvement actions

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced and evolving environment

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

What sets you apart

• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification

• Experience within the semiconductor equipment, electronics manufacturing, or other high-tech manufacturing industries

• Experience working directly with Contract Manufacturers and supplier quality management processes

• Knowledge of quality and operational excellence methodologies, including FMEA, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, PDCA, Six Sigma, and 8D Problem Solving

• Experience driving quality escalation management and cross-functional corrective action programs

• Understanding of manufacturing processes, product lifecycle quality management, and customer-focused quality systems

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

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