Quality Engineer 5

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date:
Jul 13, 2026

Location:

Tualatin, OR, US, 97062

Worker Category:
On-site Flex

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The Quality Engineer 5 (QE5) is a senior technical leader responsible for shaping the future of Manufacturing Quality Systems across Lam's global factory network. This role focuses on identifying emerging manufacturing challenges and developing innovative, scalable quality solutions that enable agility, consistency, and operational excellence in a rapidly evolving environment.

Working across functions, factories, and organizations, the QE5 drives transformation of quality processes, tools, analytics, and governance models to ensure the Quality Management System evolves alongside business growth, technology advancement, and changing manufacturing needs. This role requires a strategic thinker who can translate complex operational challenges into practical, high-impact quality solutions that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and customer outcomes.

We're looking for an innovative Quality Engineer who sees quality systems not as conformance only, but as a strategic enabler of manufacturing excellence. This role will shape how Lam's global factories operate by developing scalable quality solutions, modernizing processes, leveraging data and technology, and driving continuous improvement across an evolving manufacturing landscape.

Quality System Innovation & Strategy

• Define and develop next-generation quality programs, processes, and tools that improve manufacturing performance and adaptability.
• Anticipate future business and manufacturing needs by identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities within existing quality systems.
• Drive implementation of innovative solutions that simplify processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the user experience across the manufacturing network.
• Leverage data, analytics, and performance metrics to assess program effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Utilize dashboards, visualizations, and management systems that provide actionable insights and drive informed decision-making.
• Evaluate organizational performance trends and translate findings into targeted process improvements and capability enhancements.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and quality organizations to design scalable processes that can be deployed across global sites.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that harmonize quality practices while maintaining flexibility for evolving business requirements.
• Develop frameworks, governance models, and best practices that enable consistent execution and…