Principal Supplier Quality Engineer, Global Leader

Microchip Technology Inc.; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day one

Retirement savings plans

ESPP program with 2 year look back

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer for Supplier Operations to lead supplier quality performance across the global supply chain.

You will partner with suppliers, factories, and business units to resolve complex issues, drive corrective actions, and improve manufacturing processes. The role requires guiding audits, failure analysis, and performance management to ensure materials meet quality, reliability, and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years in quality/supplier quality in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities; able to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality initiatives across Microchip's global supply chain.
• Drive corrective actions and preventive actions via root cause analysis.
• Monitor metrics and supplier scorecards to identify improvements.
• Conduct supplier quality audits and ensure timely closure of actions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve incoming inspection issues.
• Mentor teams in supplier quality methodologies and CAPA systems.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and industry standards.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier quality

Root cause analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal influence

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer for Supplier Operations to lead supplier quality performance across the global supply chain.

You will partner with suppliers, factories, and business units to resolve complex issues, drive corrective actions, and improve manufacturing processes. The role requires guiding audits, failure analysis, and performance management to ensure materials meet quality, reliability, and operational standards.