Principal Engineer-Quality (Supplier)

Microchip Technology Inc.•Mount Holly Springs, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Microchip Technology Inc. is looking for a Principal Engineer-Supplier Quality to join the team in Mount Holly Springs, PA. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier quality and supporting the factory in Mount Holly Springs, PA. In this role, you will work collaboratively with Factory Quality, Operations, Supply Management, and Suppliers to address quality issues and implement corrective actions that ensure quality levels meet Microchip's standards, helping to deliver reliable, industry-leading products across the organization's global manufacturing network. The Supplier Operations Quality Engineering team is responsible for driving quality of raw materials and components from our suppliers worldwide. This role is involved with all aspects of the supply management and manufacturing process, through the use of robust root cause failure analyses, and meeting internal customer requirements. The position will support Microchip’s internal factories and BUs when quality issues stem from raw material/components. You will work directly with the supplier manufacturers to drive failure analysis, containment and improvement actions.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in science (Physics/Chemistry/Statistics/Material) or Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Chemical) with 10+ years of experience in QA department managing suppliers or subcontractors.
Strong expertise in Material Science and Mechatronics Engineering.
Ability to apply a continuous improvement approach while utilizing recognized problem-solving tools and methodologies to address complex issues.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate, track progress, and follow up on issues and projects to drive timely results.
Ability to travel when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in PCBA manufacturing / electronic components manufacturing.
Proficient understanding of QC tools & automotive core tools/Quality System based on ISO/IATF/AS and VDA6.3 automotive audit checklist.
Understanding of JEDEC/IPC and Mil Std requirements for SMD packages.

Responsibilities

Manage and periodically review supplier quality score and follow up on improvements.
Perform audit at suppliers’ site and follow up until closure of all audit corrective actions.
Drive suppliers’ improvement program.
Work with Internal Operations, BU, Quality Engineering, and Supplier Quality Teams to review quality failures found at incoming inspection and in the production line to determine if the failure is related to the workmanship or manufacturing process of the Component Supplier.
Use various quality processes in the organization (Nonconformance Review Board, Supplier Corrective Action Request, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Failure Analysis) and drive Corrective Actions and Process Improvements from the Component Supplier to meet Microchip's Quality Expectations.
Interact with QA personnel from other Microchip sites. PE, CQE, CQM, Purchasing and relevant staff from other Microchip sites and Microchip Suppliers.