Lead, Quality Engineer

Entegris; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Progressive PTO

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an onsite Lead Quality Engineer to drive root-cause investigations, develop quality procedures, and support new product introductions. You will audit processes and partner with engineering to implement improvements while communicating results to leadership and customers.

Experience in Six Sigma and statistical tools like Minitab or JMP is preferred. This role requires strong data analysis, problem solving, and a customer-focused mindset to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 6+ years experience, or Master's with 6+ years experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Demonstrated success interfacing with customers and transferring technical information.
• Experience improving processes using quality tools and methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex quality investigations and identify root causes.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, inspection docs, and metrics.
• Support new product introductions ensuring qualification activities meet standards.
• Audit production processes, equipment, and quality systems for compliance.
• Communicate findings to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to implement improvements.
• Operate with autonomy aligned to PACE values.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality investigations

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Customer interface

Statistical software

Quality tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Minitab

JMP

camLine

EtQ

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead, Quality Engineer

Role

Our site in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an ONSITE Lead Quality Engineer to join our Quality team. In this role, you'll support the development and execution of processes to ensure products and processes meet established standards. This role applies engineering fundamentals to perform data analysis, investigate quality issues, and implement corrective actions. Working cross‑functionally, the Quality Engineer contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, enhances process capability, and helps maintain compliance with internal procedures and industry requirements. Participate in varying levels of engagement with customers and company teams on Problem Solving, Change Management, Customer and Internal Audits, Project Development, Product Support and Development Programs, as well as many other cross‑functional tasks and projects that are aligned with Entegris and Customer goals.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex quality investigations, applying advanced analytical methods to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality procedures, inspection documentation, and performance metrics.
• Support new product introductions by ensuring qualification activities and documentation meet customer and regulatory standards.
• Conduct audits of production processes, equipment, tooling, and quality systems to ensure compliance with internal and customer requirements.
• Communicate quality issues, investigation results, and project updates to leadership, cross‑functional teams, and customers.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements.
• Operate with high autonomy, determining technical approaches and executing work aligned with PACE values.

What We Seek

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or equivalent work experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Demonstrated success with customer interface and the ability to transfer technical information.
• Enhanced relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion. Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters.
• Experience consistently improving processes and applying quality tools and concepts consistently required for these improvements.
• Complete knowledge and full understanding of area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline. Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem‑solving techniques to identify causes. Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach. This job is fully qualified, experienced professional, journey‑level position.
• High discretion regarding leading activities leads to a higher impact on tasks and project outcomes.
• Experienced with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project). Proficiency in statistical software such as Minitab or JMP. Experience with camLine, EtQ, and/or SAP is preferred.
• Knowledgeable or experienced with Optical Comparator, CMM Measurement equipment, automated vision systems, calipers, gage blocks, mechanical test equipment.

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

Environmental/Work Conditions

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Eyewear when on the floor, bunny suit in cleanrooms – Occasional (0‑33% of workday).
• Temperature Exposure (Heat/Cold): Potential for cleanroom/lab bunny suit which can produce heat – Occasional (0‑33% of workday).
• Work Near Moving Machinery: When on the floor could be by injection molding/extrusion machinery – Occasional (0‑33% of workday).
• Near Visual Acuity (Clarity < 20in.): Sitting at computer, inspecting components – Occasional (0‑33% of workday).
• Feel/Touch (Perceiving object attributes): Inspecting components – Occasional (0‑33% of workday).

Physical Requirements

• Alternate Sit/Stand or Walk‑Frequent (34‑66% of workday)
• Climbing Ramps/Stairs – Occasional (0‑33% of workday)
• Communicating Verbally – Constant (67‑100% of workday)
• Fine Manipulation – Constant (67‑100% of workday)
• Keyboarding – Constant (67‑100% of workday)
• Near Visual Acuity – Constant (67‑100% of workday)
• Reaching At/Below Shoulder Level – Occasional (0‑33% of workday)
• Sitting – Constant (67‑100% of workday)
• Standing/Walking‑Frequent (34‑66% of workday)

Why Work at Entegris?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision‑making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

Compensation

• $114,000 - $135,000 per year with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.
• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting.
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.
• Education assistance to support your learning journey.
• A values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.