Job Description

SQE (Supplier Quality Engineer) for Assembly sites (OSAT an IM sites)

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Quality Management & Liaison

Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and Renesas, ensuring alignment with quality requirements and expectations.

Quality Excursion Management & Corrective Actions

Lead the investigation of quality issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D), and drive effective corrective and preventive actions to closure.

Supplier Audit, Certification & Change Control

Maintain and execute the supplier audit program, and support supplier process/material change management and site certification activities.

New Supplier Assessment & Qualification

Provide quality leadership in the evaluation and qualification of new subcontractors supporting Automotive, High Reliability, Industrial, and Commercial markets.

Continuous Improvement Leadership

Analyze quality trends, manage improvement projects, and influence cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement at subcontractor sites.

Training & Best Practice Deployment

Deliver supplier quality training and support the development and deployment of best-known practices across subcontracted manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

Must (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality management, including supplier selection, quality improvement, and manufacturing excursion response
• Working knowledge of semiconductor assembly processes
• Hands-on experience with problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Third-party audit certification for ISO9001 and IATF16949

Preferred skills

• Experience or knowledge of advanced semiconductor packaging (e.g., Multi-Chip Modules, Wafer-Level Chip Scale Packages)
• Knowledge and practical use of ISO9001 and IATF16949 Core Tools
• Proven ability to influence suppliers and drive timely resolution of quality issues
• Experience working in a regional or global supplier quality environment
• Understanding of Japanese Culture
• Japanese language skill (JLPT N5 or above)

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement