Product Quality & Reliability Engineer, Manager

Applied Materials

. Lead multiple quality engineering projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $144,000 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality and Reliability Engineering, with a strong focus on Design for Reliability (DFR) methods, reliability analysis, and failure analysis. Proficient in leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and quality.

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Design For Reliability (DFR)Reliability AnalysisFailure AnalysisCertified Quality EngineerSix Sigma Certification

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Hard Skills

Reliability Validation TestsFMECAPart Qualification Process (PQP)Advanced Business AnalyticsMechanisms and Components QualificationElectro-Mechanical ComponentsManufacturing Failure AnalysisQuality EngineeringStatistical AnalysisEngineering Change Requests Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's Degree in EngineeringMaster's Degree in StatisticsMaster's Degree in ReliabilityCertified Reliability EngineerSix Sigma Black BeltSix Sigma Green Belt

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor Capital EquipmentQuality and ReliabilityCross-Functional EnvironmentSupplier SitesTravel to Supplier Sites

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple quality engineering projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Report to the Director of Quality and Reliability
Work with development engineers to proliferate Design for Reliability (DFR) methods into new product development
Complete reliability analysis for new products
Plan reliability validation tests
Drive 8D and failure analysis projects toward solution implementation
Evaluate materials, properties, and techniques used in design and manufacturing by Applied Materials and its suppliers from a reliability perspective
Perform FMECA and work with supplier and development engineers to enable CRAMS test plans
Lead Part Qualification Process (PQP) at supplier sites
Troubleshoot and analyze non-conformance and failure-rate data using advanced business analytics
Prioritize Quality and Reliability projects and prepare management reports
Review Engineering Change Requests for Quality and Reliability impact
Collaborate with Development, Supply Chain, Pilot Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Customer Engineering

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Statistics, Reliability, or a related field preferred
Certified Quality or Reliability Engineer preferred
Six Sigma certification (Black Belt, Green Belt) preferred
Semiconductor capital equipment experience preferred
Experience in Quality and Reliability preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Depth and breadth of expertise in mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering
Experience with mechanisms and components qualification, manufacturing and failure analysis, DFR, and electro-mechanical components
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel to supplier sites in the USA and Asia
Willingness to travel 10% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work culture encouraging learning, development, and career growth
Comprehensive benefits package
Bonus program eligibility
Stock award program eligibility
Relocation eligibility
Accessibility support and accommodations