Sr Quality Assurance Engineer

Renesas Electronics; Kulim; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics is seeking a Sr Staff QA to ensure quality and reliability of semiconductor products across design, manufacture and assembly. You will lead product qualification, monitor reliability through ORT, and drive cross-functional initiatives with Design, Test, Manufacturing, reliability labs, FA labs, and supplier quality.

The role requires deep knowledge of semiconductor processes, quality standards, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering or relevant field.
• Understanding of semiconductor industry and modules including SPS for AI/data center.
• Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (wafer fab, assembly – both IC and module -test).
• Knowledge of industry quality, reliability standards, and qualification methodologies (i.e. modules, SiP).
• Experience with failure analysis workflows and quality tools (FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis).
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Self-motivated and business service minded.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communications skills
• 5+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Define, perform, and review Qualification (new products, second source, material changes, design changes, process changes, …)
• Define, evaluate, and implement suitable stress tests for related product applications.
• Ensure product compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IEC, JEDEC, etc.).
• Communicate qualification plans and data with customer (Silicon, Package and Board Level).
• Participate in risk assessments (e.g., DFMEA) and ensure mitigation actions are implemented and validated.
• Review qualification test results, assess risks, and provide quality approval for production release or change management.

Skills

Strong analytical

Structured problem-solving

Excellent communication

Cross-functional teamwork

English proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in electrical engineering or relevant field

Semiconductor industry understanding

Semiconductor manufacturing processes knowledge

Quality/reliability standards knowledge

Job description

The Sr Stafff QA is responsible for ensuring quality and reliability performance of our products, wherever they are designed, manufactured, and assembled, by performing best in class Product Qualification in accordance with international standards and customer requirements. The PQE is also responsible for Reliability Monitoring through ORT.

Works cross-functionally with Design, Test, Manufacturing, Reliability Labs, FA Labs, and Customer/Supplier Quality to prevent defects, drive robust product quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, perform, and review Qualification (new products, second source, material changes, design changes, process changes, …)
• Define, evaluate, and implement suitable stress tests for related product applications.
• Ensure product compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IEC, JEDEC, etc.).
• Communicate qualification plans and data with customer (Silicon, Package and Board Level).
• Participate in risk assessments (e.g., DFMEA) and ensure mitigation actions are implemented and validated.
• Review qualification test results, assess risks, and provide quality approval for production release or change management.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering or relevant field
• Good understanding of semiconductor industry and in semiconductor modules including SPS for AI/data center application
• Good understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (wafer fab, assembly – both IC and module -test).
• Strong knowledge on industry quality, reliability standards, and qualification methodologies (i.e. modules, SiP).
• Experience with failure analysis workflows and quality tools (FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis).
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Customer-focused, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a global, multicultural environment.
• Written and verbal English is mandatory.
• Flexible to undertake international travel at short notice.
• Self-motivated and business service minded.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communications skills
• 5+ years of experience

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

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 .

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