Lead Supplier Quality Engineer – Audits & CI

Semtech Semiconductor (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Semtech Semiconductor (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier quality initiatives and ensure compliance with ISO/IATF standards across assembly and test suppliers.

The role requires 5+ years in quality engineering within semiconductor environments, strong data analysis, and leadership to guide cross-functional teams. Residency in Penang and travel <10% are expected. You will implement SPC, PFMEA, 8D, and PPAP to sustain product quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• BS/degree in engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in quality/assembly/testing in semiconductor environments.
• Experience with ISO/IATF standards and RoHS/EMS directives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and risk assessments to prevent quality incidents.
• Identify defects and auditable items based on findings and requirements.
• Customize audit criteria to Semtech standards and adjust checklists as needed.
• Review corrective actions with customers and validate root cause analyses.
• Lead 8D teams and drive investigation closure with task forces.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and coordinate quarterly business reviews.
• Review non-conforming material and approve process changes.
• Analyze supplier quality data using SPC, PFMEA, PPAP and related tools.
• Coach and guide other quality engineers and technicians in the dept.
• Residency in Penang; travel (<10%) as required.

Skills

JMP

8D problem solving

DoE design of experiments

English & local language

Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

BS in Electrical Eng., Physics, Material Science, Mechanical Eng., or Industrial Eng.

Tools

JMP

Job description

Semtech Semiconductor (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive supplier quality initiatives and ensure compliance with ISO/IATF standards across assembly and test suppliers.

The role requires 5+ years in quality engineering within semiconductor environments, strong data analysis, and leadership to guide cross-functional teams. Residency in Penang and travel <10% are expected. You will implement SPC, PFMEA, 8D, and PPAP to sustain product quality and reliability.