Product Quality and Reliability Engineer IV, MDP E4

Job Summary

As the Product Quality and Reliability Engineer, you will support our Metal Deposition Team and lead multiple quality engineering projects in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. You will also work with development engineers to ensure the proliferation of Design For Reliability (DFR) methods into our stream of new product developments. You will complete the reliability analysis for new products and plan the reliability validation tests.

• Engage in multiple key new product programs as quality and reliability owner
• Proliferate characterization methodology using advanced statistical analytics tools to address new product HW/Process variations
• Drive DfR for key programs to develop FMECA/technical risks, apply BKMs/lessons, learn to reduce risks, and validate solutions by developing and tracking CRAMS/ERAMS test plans
• Evaluate from a reliability standpoint the materials, properties, and techniques used in design and manufacturing by AMAT and its suppliers
• Engage suppliers and lead Part Qualification Process (PQP) at supplier sites identifying and addressing risks within the supplier's manufacturing process
• Troubleshoot, analyze non‑conformance and failure rate data using advanced business analytics to focus and prioritize the Q&R projects and prepare management reports
• Drive 8D and FA projects towards a successful implementation of solutions
• Engage in design reviews and engineering change requests for their impact on quality and reliability (Q&R)

• Demonstrates depth and breadth of expertise in mechanical/systems engineering, mechanisms and components qualification, manufacturing and failure analysis, DFR, electro‑mechanical components
• Technically astute and detail‑oriented. High‑energy, hands‑on, self‑confident leader with a broad knowledge of product development, manufacturing quality, and reliability methods
• Strong interpersonal skills, personal presence, style, and demeanor, to effectively influence and lead others to find and implement solutions to complex quality and reliability problems
• Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong desire to learn and grow your career with the organization
• Able to travel to supplier sites in the USA and Asia

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a preferred degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Engineering, ME preferred. Certified Quality or Reliability Engineer. Six Sigma certification (Black Belt, Green Belt). Semiconductor capital equipment experience
• Hands‑on design experience using CAD tools; experience with FEA analysis is a plus
• Experience in quality and reliability preferred, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• 10+ years of work experience

Salary: $ - $

Location:

Santa Clara, CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. We care about the health and wellbeing of our employees and are committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

Yes, 20% of the time

Full time

Assignee / Regular

Yes

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