Industrial Engineer - Quality (m/f/d)

Advantest • Böblingen

  • Full-time

Böblingen

Your duties

  • You analyze quality issues and failure modes using structured problem-solving methodologies in cross-functional environments.
  • You monitor product, process, and customer quality KPIs using data-driven analysis to drive defect reduction and cost improvement in the series production phase.
  • You define, implement, and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure sustainable quality improvements and customer satisfaction.
  • You collaborate with R&D and Operations teams to resolve quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
  • You analyze and improve manufacturing processes and quality performance for complex electronic assemblies to enhance efficiency, scalability, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • You optimize testing and repair processes in series production to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
  • You support continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring structured tracking, reporting, and follow-up of quality and process improvements.

Your profile

Requirements (must)

  • You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as electrical or mechatronic engineering or production management.
  • You demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills in a global, cross-functional environment.
  • You have very good English skills, both written and spoken.
  • You have strong expertise in quality analysis, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. A3-Report, 8D, PDCA).
  • You show a hands-on mindset with the ability to drive corrective action implementations.
  • You have proven knowledge of quality management and industrial engineering processes within a manufacturing environment.
  • You have hands-on experience in fault isolation, failure analysis, hardware debugging, and data-driven investigation of electronic assemblies.
  • You are willing to travel (approx. 10–20%).

Requirements (nice to have)

  • You have German language skills to support local stakeholder communication.
  • You have certification in process improvement methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt).
  • You have knowledge of the ATE market and/or the semiconductor industry.

What we offer

With us, you can stay fit and healthy.

We want you to feel your best. That’s why we offer a wide range of sports and health programs at all our locations, giving you the opportunity to take care of yourself.

With us, you stay flexible.

Life is unpredictable and often full of surprises. To help you respond quickly to unexpected events or plan ahead for different phases of your life, we offer you a range of options to flexibly adapt your working hours to your current situation.

With us, you’re in the best hands.

No one knows what tomorrow will bring. But we can do a lot to make sure you’re well prepared for whatever life throws your way. With a company pension plan, (paid) leaves of absence, and a wide range of insurance options, you can look to the future with confidence.

With us, your development moves forward.

Learning is a lifelong process. Whether you are a school or university student, a graduate, or an experienced professional – you are always growing. That’s why we offer you a variety of opportunities to broaden your horizons and advance your career at Advantest.

With us, your performance is worth it.

At Advantest, you can be sure of an attractive salary that is reviewed on a yearly basis. In addition, we offer you the chance to share in the company’s success, plus a wide range of meaningful financial benefits.

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What defines us
What defines us

Each and every one of us at Advantest makes an important contribution to our business success and plays a significant role in our further development. Working at Advantest means grasping opportunity and boldly exploring new possibilities. Would you like to know more about jobs at Advantest and about our unique team spirit? Our employees offer you their personal insights into our working environment.

Our pride and joy

Since 2017, we have regularly taken part in a comparison of the best employers in Germany. In 2021, our employees again participated in the anonymous and independent survey. The results confirm: We are a Great Place to Work! We first and foremost owe that great result to the people here at Advantest. Each and every day, they prove their dedication, take ownership, and bring passion to their work. And that makes us very proud.

Our pride and joy
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When I compare Advantest to previous employers, there is a very decisive advantage here: the employees count. We are treated like human beings, not numbers. Our wishes, goals, concerns and needs are taken into account. And considerable effort goes into our well-being. Personally, I could already tell during my application process how important it was to Advantest to bring me on board.

Contacts
Alena Nicolai

Alena Nicolai

 

+49 (0) 7031.2048.380

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