Quality Engineer

Pragmatic Semiconductor; North East; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pragmatic Semiconductor in Durham is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our Engineering group. You will report to the Compliance Director at Pragmatic Park, focusing on driving quality improvements across manufacturing and supporting customer quality as needed.

The role involves leading the Fab Quality system, audits, and supplier quality programs, with strong emphasis on cross-functional influence and data-driven problem solving.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in Engineering/Manufacturing environments, ideally semiconductor/advanced manufacturing.
• Experience implementing and maintaining Quality Management standards and applying risk-based thinking.
• Proven ability to drive quality improvements and influence stakeholders.
• Experience with ISO 9001/14001/27001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Work with Operations to drive best practice and improve manufacturing metrics and performance.
• Lead the implementation and analysis of the Fab Quality system, as well as sustaining and improvement.
• Lead and champion quality problem-solving and improvement opportunities from data analysis, audits, complaints, Six Sigma projects and related programs.
• Lead Change management systems, track progress and actions.
• Develop and deliver training to staff.
• Write, review and approve reports, SOPs and other technical docs; communicate with stakeholders.
• Lead internal and external audits and manage supplier quality programs.
• Establish proactive reporting and investigative processes to improve engagement and reduce quality non-conformances.
• Participate in CRB/MRB process and provide informed management suggestions.
• Maintain, improve and streamline the IMS to ensure ISO compliance.

Skills

Quality Management

FMEA

SPC

MSA

8D

APQP

RCA

Kaizen

Audit Skills

Stakeholder Influence

Job description

We have a new opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Engineering group at Pragmatic Semiconductor in Durham. Reporting to the Compliance Director and based at our manufacturing site, Pragmatic Park, this is a key role which has responsibility for driving quality improvements, mainly internal but also covering for customer quality where required.

We are looking for candidates ideally with semiconductor / advanced manufacturing experience, and the ability to work in cross-functional environment in a highly-effective manner. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record of driving manufacturing quality improvements, and the ability to influence stakeholders.

You will be joining a very supportive, established Quality function and will have the opportunity to shape this role - as well as having a clear impact in a group that is central to our business goals.

For the right candidate, we are able to offer Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance to Durham, UK.

Key tasks

• Work with the Operations team to drive best practice & improve manufacturing metrics and performance
• Lead the implementation and analysis of the Fab Quality system,as well as sustaining and improvement
• Lead and champion Quality problem-solving and improvement opportunities as determined through data analysis, customer audits, complaints, Six Sigma projects, and other quality-related programs
• Lead Change management system, and track progress and actions effectively
• Develop and deliver necessary training to staff
• Write, review and approve reports, SOP’s and other technical documentation, and communicate effectively to other stakeholders
• Lead internal & external audits and manage supplier quality programs
• Establish robust and proactive reporting and investigative processes to improve engagement with staff and reduce Quality non-conformances across the business
• Participate in the CRB/MRB process and provide informed suggestions to management
• Maintain, improve and streamline the IMS to support the workforce and ensure compliance with ISO standards

Qualifications and training

We don't require specific qualifications or education for this role; we are more interested in demonstrable industry experience gained in an Engineering/Manufacturing environment (ideally semiconductor/advanced manufacturing).

Skills and experience

• Experience of implementing and maintaining Quality Management standards/systems, and applying risk-based thinking
• In depth knowledge of techniques such as FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D, APQP, RCA, Kaizen
• Demonstrated ability to apply Structured Root Cause Analysis to resolve issues and problems, including Situational, 5 Why, 8D
• Audit Skills
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders
• Ability to allocate and prioritise deadlines to ensure targets are met
• Strong administrative/organisational skills
• Experienced in adhering to ISO 9001/14001/27001 standards
• A proactive attitude and ability to act as a role model; and work to the highest standards to ensure Quality criteria are always upheld.

Candidates who do not meet every requirement but feel their skills are a good fit for the role the role are encouraged to apply.

Pragmatic Semiconductor is committed to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion; we strive to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work. Please let us know if you would like any adjustments to our application and interview process.