Senior Engineer II - Quality

Microchip Technology; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Lowell, MA is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive product quality, process integrity, and operational excellence in our manufacturing facility.

You will lead nonconformance resolution, CAPAs, and continuous improvement while mentoring quality inspectors and partnering with engineering and production teams. The role requires a four-year engineering degree, 5–8 years of quality experience (RF device preferred), strong analytical and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; four-year degree preferred.
• 5–8 years experience as a Quality Engineer; RF device industry preferred.
• Strong communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Proficient with SPC, MSA, and other statistical tools.
• Familiar with MIL-STD and ISO9001/AS9100 standards.
• Experience maintaining ISO9001 Quality Management System.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve ISO9001 QMS across the facility.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and customers to resolve issues.
• Review nonconforming products and recommend dispositions.
• Investigate root causes using 8D or 5 Whys and implement corrective actions.
• Provide metrics and reports on quality performance to management.
• Develop training for inspectors and staff on quality topics.
• Maintain cross-functional communication to ensure quality ownership.

Skills

Statistical tools (SPC/MSA)

Communication skills

ISO9001 knowledge

Quality improvement

RF device experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values ; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Job Description:

The Senior Quality Engineer is a key contributor to product quality, process integrity, and operational excellence within our manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for driving the timely resolution of nonconformances and CAPAs, optimizing inspection processes, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Quality Engineer will mentor quality inspectors and champion a culture of quality, teamwork, and accountability throughout all manufacturing and support functions. Microchip seeks candidates who value collaboration, possess strong interpersonal skills, and respect the technical leadership and structured processes that underpin our product development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and continuously improve the ISO9001 Quality Management System (QMS).
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and customers, to resolve quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive ongoing quality improvements.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to address in-house quality concerns, review nonconforming products, and recommend appropriate dispositions.
• Investigate and resolve customer-facing quality issues using root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys); prepare and facilitate both customer and internal corrective actions.
• Assess product impact in the event of calibration or test equipment failures.
• Provide comprehensive metrics and technical reports to management on internal quality performance; track and report significant nonconformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver regular training sessions for inspection and manufacturing staff on quality topics, fostering a culture of quality ownership at every level.
• Maintain effective communication and collaborative working relationships across departments and the organization; uphold professional competence and knowledge to ensure high-quality performance of all assigned duties.
• Apply engineering expertise, adaptability, and self-motivation to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (four-year degree preferred); candidates without a degree may be considered with significant relevant experience.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience as a Quality Engineer or equivalent; experience in the RF device industry is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all organizational levels.
• Proficient in the use of statistical concepts and tools (e.g., SPC, MSA, Minitab).
• Preferred experience with military and industry standards, including MIL-STD-750, MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-19500, MIL-PRF-38534, ISO9001, AS9100, AS9102, IPC J-STD-001.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite for preparing detailed metrics, technical reports, and presentations.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining a Quality Management System in accordance with ISO9001.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements:

This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handlin