Quality Assurance Engineer (Backend Process)

Renesas Electronics; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career advancement

Innovative projects

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Renesas Electronics in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Backend Process Quality Engineer to oversee production quality, ensure adherence to standards, and manage quality issues. The role requires strong technical knowledge and experience in electronics assembly and semiconductor backend processing.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–5+ years of experience. You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive work environment that promotes innovative product development and employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of experience in electronics assembly, semiconductor backend processing, or advanced packaging.
• Self-motivated and self-disciplined.
• Proficient communication skills, able to work independently and interact effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead to investigate quality issues detected post-test.
• Formulate rigorous 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone reports to resolve line deviations and customer returns.
• Execute line audits in the back-end finishing area to maintain quality standards.
• Maintain and optimize PFMEA profiles tailored to handling, laser marking, and more.
• Manage risk evaluations and quality verifications for backend line alterations.

Skills

8D report writing

Knowledge in QC core tools

ISO 9001

IATF16949

PPAP

APQP

MSA

FMEA

Control plan

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or equivalent

Job description

The Backend Process Quality Engineer oversees the final phases of production, including assembly, packaging, and final testing. This role ensures the manufacturing line operates within specified parameters, minimizes defect rates, and drives continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead to investigate quality issues detected post-test.
• Formulate rigorous 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone reports to resolve line deviations and customer returns (RMA), ensuring definitive containment actions are deployed.
• Execute line audits in the back-end finishing area to maintain strict adherence to IATF 16949 (Automotive) or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Maintain and optimize Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) profiles specifically tailored to handling, laser marking, baking, tape-and-reel, packing and shipping.
• Manage risk evaluations and quality verifications for backend line alterations involving Man, Machine, Material, or Method.

Qualifications

• Possess at least bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Required skill(s): 8D report writing.
• Knowledge in QC core tools, ISO 9001, IATF16949 Quality Management system, PPAP, APQP, MSA, FMEA and control plan is essential.
• 2–5+ years of experience in electronics assembly, semiconductor backend processing, or advanced packaging.
• Self-motivated and self-discipline.
• Proficiency communication skills and able to work independently and as a team player as well as interact with people at all levels.

Benefits

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.
• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure.
• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people‑first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.