Quality Engineer

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and On-site work options

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Quality Engineer in Austin, TX to lead site quality initiatives and drive improvements across our semiconductor equipment lifecycle. You will maintain site quality performance, ensure accurate reporting, and collaborate with Factory and Engineering teams to deliver tangible, sustainable improvements.

The role emphasizes data-driven actions and customer-focused quality outcomes. You will engage in root-cause analysis, oversee corrective actions, and work within a global

Qualifications

• Experience creating problem statements and identifying root causes.
• Ability to determine the efficacy of corrective actions.
• Analytical capability to identify trends in quality data and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and track site quality performance and foster a site quality culture.
• Improve accuracy of reporting (e.g., problem description, SAP Damage codes, customer impact).
• Collaborate with Factory and Engineering to drive measurable quality improvements.

Skills

problem statements

root cause analysis

corrective actions

8D problem solving

data trend analysis

voice of customer

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Quality Engineer

Date: Aug 7, 2026

Location: Austin, TX, US, 78753

Worker Category: On-site

The group you’ll be a part of

The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customersupport throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, andquality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutionsfor their most critical equipment and processes.

The impact you’ll make

As a Field Service Engineer at Lam, you will step into the limelight of customer support. Your work goes beyond installations and troubleshooting; it ensures the operational excellence of our complex semiconductor equipment. You're on the front lines, understanding customer needs and collaborating with various teams to deliver solutions.

What you’ll do

Site quality leader (SQL)is responsible formaintainingand tracking site qualityperformanceandgrowingthe site quality culture.TheSQLwilldrivetheaccuracy ofreporting,e.g.detailed problem description, SAP Damage codeselection, customer impact level, etc. TheSQLroleisalsochartered with executing to site qualityobjectivesandcommunicatingthe voice of the customer and site into the Factory and Engineering teams to drive tangible, sustainable, and measurable quality improvements.

Who we’re looking for

• Expertisein problem statement creation, root cause determination, and efficacy of corrective actions (5Why/Ishikawa)
• Holds service team accountable for delivering on site quality objectives and results
• Conduit for feeding voice of the customer and site into the Factory and Engineering teams to drive tangible, sustainable, and measurable quality improvements.
• Drive 8D quality and cycle time to meet customer and LAM expectation
• Analytical capability to proactively identify trends and patterns in quality data to proactively drive required improvement.
• Drive activities with the site & QPL to solve the customer’s high level quality concerns and improve Lam’s quality performance
• Responsible for communication to the Factory when the impact to the customer has changed and an in-progress 8D needs to be updated
• Works as part of the global QPL/SQL team to improve processes and share BKMs to improve results
• Utilize the Lam escalation process for business process non-compliance

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with common office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Solid analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research (“Lam” or the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

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