Quality Engineer 3

Lam Research; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Quality Engineer to join the Global Operations Group in Oregon. The role focuses on ensuring manufacturing processes and products meet quality standards, designing QA practices within the QMS, and analyzing production data to prevent defects.

You will collaborate with Product Groups and Supply Chain to resolve issues, drive 8D investigations, and deploy effective RCCA actions across the manufacturing environment, including cleanrooms and deposition processes.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with technicians in cleanroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify trends and recommend updates to quality defect detection, reporting, and improvement programs.
• Support disposition of supplier quality issues in manufacturing using RCCA/CAPA criteria.
• Conduct preliminary analysis of quality escapes and drive RCCA investigations through root cause analysis.
• Review build instructions and provide feedback on manufacturability and quality checks; update instructions as needed.
• Perform GEMBAs on the manufacturing floor and interview technicians to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The group you’ll be a part ofThe Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.The impact you’ll makeAs a Quality Engineer at Lam, you will make an impact by ensuring manufacturing processes and products meet established quality standards. You will design, implement, and maintain quality assurance practices within the quality management system (QMS). You will design methods for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the accuracy of production processes and finished products. By analyzing production data and reports, you will identify trends and collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve technical, quality, and production challenges. Your expertise will help drive excellence in product design and manufacturing, supporting Lam’s commitment to delivering high‑quality, reliable products.What you’ll doPerform analysis of production data to identify trends and recommend updates or changes to quality defect detection, reporting, and improvement programs.Support disposition of supplier quality issues in manufacturing by applying defined criteria and prioritizing issues for RCCA using a combination of recurrence, part value, and impact to operations.Conduct preliminary analysis of quality escapes to assign further investigation to the appropriate investigation function. Utilize 8D methodology to drive manufacturing‑owned escapes through root cause analysis and CAPA (Corrective Action, Preventive Action) planning and execution.Ensure systematic solutions are fully deployed and presents RCCA (root‑cause corrective action) findings to stakeholders.Monitor the quality of investigations and RCCA (Root Cause/Corrective Action) conducted by stakeholders (Product Groups and Supply Chain), ensuring a high probability that issues will not recur in Manufacturing.Support Global Quality and GOPS quality projects, as well as Management System Assessments (audits).Perform GEMBAs on the manufacturing cleanroom floor and interviews technicians to investigate quality escapes and identify improvement opportunities, gathering information on potential causes.Review build instructions, performs risk assessments, and provides feedback to MFE (Manufacturing Engineering) on manufacturability of deposition products. At times, update build process instructions for manufacturing inspections and quality checks.Who we’re looking forMinimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and changing environment.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with technicians building and testing products in a cleanroom environment.Preferred qualificationsOur commitmentWe 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 BenefitsAt 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.