Job Title: Manufacturing/Supplier Quality Engineer (Multiple Locations)

Type: 12-Month Contract (Likely Extension)

Locations:

• Electrical Engineer – San Jose, CA or Reno, NV (Travel between both locations required)
• Machining Engineer – Phoenix, AZ, Austin, TX
• Contract Manufacturing Engineer – Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX

Client Domain: Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing

Position Overview:

We are seeking experienced and driven Manufacturing/Supplier Quality Engineers to support strategic supplier development, ensure quality excellence, and drive process improvements in a high-performance semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role requires hands-on technical skills, deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to influence supplier performance for next-generation products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier performance improvement initiatives to reduce quality defects and enhance manufacturing capability.
• Implement and improve SPC (Statistical Process Control) to ensure process stability and quality compliance.
• Conduct onsite supplier audits including part-to-print verification, QMS evaluations, and root cause analysis for non-conformities.
• Provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback during New Product Introductions (NPI) to improve production efficiency.
• Participate in technical sourcing decisions, assessing supplier capabilities and alignment with product requirements.
• Guide suppliers in applying quality methodologies such as 8D, PFMEA, Change Management, and Best Known Methods (BKMs).
• Deliver executive-level presentations on supplier performance, escalations, and improvement roadmaps.
• Ensure compliance with factory-level processes including 5S, material control, tool management, and metrology.

Preferred Qualifications:

Electrical Engineer Role (San Jose/Reno):

• Hands-on experience with electrical assemblies, cables, harnesses, PCBs, and test fixtures.
• Knowledge of finishing processes – plating, coating, painting, etc.
• Strong understanding of electrical manufacturing quality standards.

Machining & Contract Manufacturing Engineer Roles (Phoenix/Santa Clara):

• Practical experience with metal/plastic machining, welding, and contract manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of machining process development, qualification, and optimization.
• Familiarity with Value Stream Mapping, shop floor operations, and quality improvement frameworks.

General Requirements for All Roles:

• Proven track record in semiconductor or equipment manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in GD&T, engineering drawing interpretation, and 3D modeling tools.
• Strong experience with PFMEA, QMS, and measurement systems.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong team player with project/program management capability.
• Willingness to travel to supplier sites and between job locations as required.

To Apply:

Submit your resume highlighting your relevant manufacturing engineering experience, particularly within the semiconductor equipment space.