Quality Engineer (Non-R&D) (all genders)

Lam Research Corporation; Villach; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Villach, Austria is seeking a Quality Engineer to join the Clean Product Line and help drive product quality across the lifecycle. You’ll support performance and continuous improvement of product quality, collaborating with development, engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, field quality, and regional teams.

You will work on root-cause investigations, monitor quality metrics, and lead cross-functional improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• +5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent work experience.
• Technical background in semiconductor equipment, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Fundamental understanding of quality management systems (QMS) and experience applying quality standards and processes.
• Experience with quality methods such as 8D, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, FMEA, or similar problem-solving approaches.
• Project management capabilities and the ability to lead cross‑functional improvement activities.
• Strong data analysis capabilities, including data mining, trend analysis, interpretation of quality metrics, and translation of findings into actionable conclusions.
• Fluent English skills are required; German language skills are beneficial.
• Quality certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as an interface to regional Quality Program Leaders (QPLs) and Functional Quality Managers (FQMs) within a global quality network.
• Monitor quality performance and incoming quality records, and report performance against defined quality objectives.
• Drive quality investigations and improvement decisions in a cross-functional team environment.
• Prevent quality escapes early in the product development stage by applying appropriate quality methods and transferring lessons learned from installed-base quality into development programs.
• Analyze quality performance data and trends, identify systematic issues, and initiate improvements to products and the quality management system.
• Connect quality performance with financial impact, including cost of quality, and support prioritization of quality improvement activities.
• Act as a quality mentor and coach for Quality Case Owners (QCOs).

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Quality mindset

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

You will be part of the Quality team within Lam’s Clean Product Line, located in Villach, Austria.

The group you’ll be a part of

You will be part of the Quality team within Lam’s Clean Product Line, located in Villach, Austria.

The impact you’ll make

You will support the performance and continuous improvement of product quality throughout the entire product lifecycle — from product concept and development through market introduction, volume manufacturing, and end of product life. With a strong customer focus, you will help identify, investigate, and eliminate non-conformances from the global installed base of our products through structured root cause and corrective action processes. In this role, you will act as a key quality interface within the Clean Product Line, collaborating across development, engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, field quality, and regional quality teams to drive quality excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Act as an interface to regional Quality Program Leaders (QPLs) and Functional Quality Managers (FQMs) within a global quality network.
• Monitor quality performance and incoming quality records, and report performance against defined quality objectives.
• Drive quality investigations and improvement decisions in a cross-functional team environment.
• Prevent quality escapes early in the product development stage by applying appropriate quality methods and transferring lessons learned from installed-base quality into development programs.
• Analyze quality performance data and trends, identify systematic issues, and initiate improvements to products and the quality management system.
• Connect quality performance with financial impact, including cost of quality, and support prioritization of quality improvement activities.
• Act as a quality mentor and coach for Quality Case Owners (QCOs).

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic Quality Engineer who is passionate about continuous improvement and committed to strengthening the quality of our products and systems. The ideal candidate is motivated by evolving technology, increasing customer expectations, and the opportunity to contribute to an interdisciplinary global quality network. You bring a structured problem‑solving mindset, strong collaboration skills, and the drive to turn quality insights into sustainable improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

• +5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent work experience.
• Technical background in semiconductor equipment, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Fundamental understanding of quality management systems (QMS) and experience applying quality standards and processes.
• Experience with quality methods such as 8D, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, FMEA, or similar problem-solving approaches.
• Project management capabilities and the ability to lead cross‑functional improvement activities.
• Strong data analysis capabilities, including data mining, trend analysis, interpretation of quality metrics, and translation of findings into actionable conclusions.
• Fluent English skills are required; German language skills are beneficial.
• Quality certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent are a plus.

What We're Offering

This position is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry in the occupation group F. A higher payment is negotiable depending on education, expertise and skills. The monthly salary is paid 14 times per year.

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Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.