Senior Quality Engineer

ASML • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join ASML in San Diego as a Senior Quality Engineer and help shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing. Your work will ensure our deep ultraviolet (DUV) systems meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. You will improve parts and processes, strengthen performance, and support customer success across the factory. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will lead cross-functional improvement initiatives. You will use data, structured methods, and clear communication to prevent issues, solve problems, and sustain results. This role requires working in a cleanroom environment, wearing protective gear for the entire shift. You will be onsite 100% during working hours.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a technical field such as electrical engineering, manufacturing, industrial engineering, mechatronics, or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of eight years in quality engineering within manufacturing or high-tech hardware.
• Proven experience with problem-solving methodologies, statistical process control, and design of experiments.
• Hands-on experience with FMEA, measurement system analysis, and control plans.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and audit preparation; internal audit certification is a plus.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and present data-driven insights.
• Collaborate across functions and build trusted relationships.
• Analyze complex data and translate findings into practical actions.
• Think in systems and connect processes end to end.
• Plan and lead projects with structure and accountability.
• Solve problems with curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Work proactively, manage priorities, and deliver under deadlines.
• Document processes and decisions with clarity and consistency.
• Uphold safety, quality, and customer focus in all activities.
• Must be willing to lift up to 20 pounds and spend the majority of time (greater than 90% less break time) on the floor working on tools and in the factory.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Python, Minitab, or Power BI is a plus.
• Experience leading Lean and Six Sigma projects; Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clear issue intake processes to ensure accurate problem definition and next steps.
• Lead failure analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions to achieve built-in product quality.
• Facilitate Failure Review Board meetings, communicate findings transparently, and drive actions to closure.
• Document and provide detailed reports to management and stakeholders for clear communication and accountability.
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) sessions and risk ranking workshops.
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Plan and execute internal assessments and prepare for external audits to ISO 9001 standards.

Benefits

• The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan.
• Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

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