Lead Engineer, Materials Quality Engineering
We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Engineer to join our Materials Quality Engineering (Supplier Quality) team supporting our regional Korea supplier base and Korea manufacturing operations. In this role, the Lead MQE will be responsible for end-to-end ownership of supplier risk, capability, and quality performance for critical inorganic raw materials used in IC Polishing consumables, deposition and etch applications, and other advanced materials applications.
This position supports the Materials Solutions Division and Korea manufacturing operations, with primary office location in Suwon, Korea and partnership with the Oseong and Jangan plants as needed. The ideal candidate will work with autonomy and sound engineering judgment to lead supplier development, drive continuous improvement, and maintain robust quality systems for critical chemical and advanced material suppliers. The role requires strong collaboration with Commodity Management, Operations, R&D, Customer Quality, and global MQE teams to ensure continuity of supply and resolution of internal and customer issues.
Analyze material-related issues and lead structured root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, fishbone, etc.).
Technical & Materials Engineering Responsibilities:
Lead advanced quality planning activities including Supplier POR documentation, FMEA, control plans, SPC strategies, and capability studies.
Cross-Functional Leadership:
Partner with Business Units, Procurement, R&D, Korea Operations, and global MQE teams to ensure continuity of supply for critical materials.
