Quality System Management Engineer

TSMC • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

TSMC Arizona is hiring a Quality System Management Engineer to help ensure robust quality systems across its semiconductor operations. The role manages quality audits, statistical process control (SPC), and engineering change control; drives continuous improvement; promotes a quality-first culture; and collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to uphold quality and reliability standards. The position is based on-site at TSMC Arizona’s Phoenix facility.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, or a related STEM field; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields plus 2 years of relevant experience in quality systems engineering, quality auditing, or SPC/statistical analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of quality-control and problem-solving tools, including 8D and 5-Why, Six Sigma methodologies, and SPC procedures.
• Proven expertise in Design of Experiments (DOE) methods for process optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and implement engineering changes while maintaining rigorous reliability standards.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills, strong accountability, and ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Ability to access and work inside a cleanroom and gown in full cleanroom PPE, including a bunny suit, gloves, safety glasses, and face covering.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 2 hours during fab audits; sit for prolonged periods during desk-based analytical work; and lift and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed data, reports, and SPC charts on screen and in print.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site at the Phoenix, Arizona facility.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or VDA 6.3 auditor certification.
• Proficiency in statistical programming and data tools such as JMP, R, Python, Power BI, or RPA tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including third-party quality system certification, customer audits, and internal compliance assessments.
• Ensure local operations comply with corporate quality standards, foster a high-standard quality culture, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, including organizing internal Quality Symposiums.
• Use structured problem-solving methodologies, including PDCA, 8D, 3-Leg 5-Why, and Kepner-Tregoe, to resolve technical and operational challenges; provide organizational training on these tools.
• Review engineering changes for procedural compliance and evaluate their impact on product quality and reliability.
• Develop and strengthen SPC systems, process capability (Cpk) monitoring, and audit procedures to maintain manufacturing consistency.
• Apply statistical analysis and data-driven methods to identify trends, resolve systemic issues, and optimize manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Income-protection programs providing financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time-off programs and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level