Senior Quality Engineer - Process Improvement Lead

Microchip Technology Inc.; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to enhance product quality, process integrity, and operational excellence in our manufacturing facility. You will drive timely resolution of nonconformances, optimize inspection, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

You will mentor inspectors and promote a culture of quality and accountability across functions. The role requires ISO9001 experience, strong communication, and ability to collaborate with engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (4-year) or equivalent with relevant experience.
• 5–8 years of experience as a Quality Engineer or similar.
• Experience in RF device industry preferred.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve the ISO9001 Quality Management System (QMS).
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Lead corrective actions for nonconforming products and CAPAs.
• Perform root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Whys and similar tools.
• Provide metrics and reports on internal quality performance.
• Deliver training on quality topics to staff.

Skills

Statistical methods

Quality engineering

Communication

ISO9001 knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SPC

MSA

Minitab

Quality tools

ISO9001

MIL-STD standards

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to enhance product quality, process integrity, and operational excellence in our manufacturing facility. You will drive timely resolution of nonconformances, optimize inspection, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

You will mentor inspectors and promote a culture of quality and accountability across functions. The role requires ISO9001 experience, strong communication, and ability to collaborate with engineering,