Lead Engineer, Materials Quality Engineering- Business Operations

Here at Entegris we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The role:

We are seeking a dynamicLead Engineer Materials Quality Engineering- Business Operationswith a strong commitment to excellence and the drive to help build a worldclass raw material supply chain for the industrys most advanceddeposition and etch consumable materials hardware and delivery systems. This position supports theMaterials Solutions Divisionand plays a critical role in elevating raw material quality for nextgeneration applications.

In this role the lead engineer will use statistical and analytical techniques to prevent and resolve rawmaterialdriven nonconformances while partnering crossfunctionally with Product Management Production Engineering and Customer Quality to develop OCAPs technical reports 8D analyses and customerfacing presentations. The position will also serve as a representative of theMaterials Quality Organizationduring customer investigations as needed and collaborate closely with teams inthe United StatesTaiwan and Korea.

The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that requires strong independent judgment technical depth and the ability to build constructive relationships across global teams. This role is critical to achieving Global Materials Quality Engineering and Entegris corporate goals by ensuring supply chain continuity and delivering consistent highperformance CMP pads to our customers.

What youll do:

• Develops and maintains Statistical Process Control (SPC)for critical rawmaterial parametersincluding control limit calculations SPC rules trigger mechanisms and reaction guides.

• Applies statistical and analytical techniquesto evaluate raw materials prior to production use reducing customer OCAPs and preventing customer linestoppages.

• Leads 8D problemsolving teamsto conduct failure analysis rootcause investigation and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for rawmaterialrelated defects; ensures corrective action closure within defined timelines.

• Generates analyzes and reports rawmaterial quality performancethrough Pareto analysis SPC and processcapability studies across assigned productline areas.

• Responds to customer inquiries and excursionsby conducting detailed rawmaterial data analysis identifying linkages to customer performance issues preparing OCAPs and driving timely corrective actions.

• Develops and reports statistical datarelated to qualitysystem performance ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal quality objectives.

• Supports and maintains the rawmaterial failureanalysis process ensuring consistent feedback loops communication and CAPA implementation in alignment with customer requirements.

• Partners with the Global Materials Quality Engineering team and suppliersto facilitate rootcause investigations drive processimprovement objectives and colead direct supplier communication during critical customer events.

• Leads and participates in materialdisposition decisions coordinating hold/release activities and ensuring no escapes occur during qualityissue review.

• Collaborates with Production Engineering and R&Dto evaluate nonconforming raw materials and ensure appropriate riskbased disposition.

Technical Requirements:

• Solid understanding ofchemical manufacturing processes continuous improvement methodologies structured problemsolving techniquesSPC andFMEA.

• Technical knowledge oforganicchemistryand mechanical hardware

• Strong ability toanalyze synthesize and summarize complex data setsto drive clear decisionmaking and action.

• Experience working in achemical or industrial manufacturing environmentincluding familiarity with CVD PVD and ALDdeposition techniques.

• Proficiency with statistical software such asMinitab JMP or SAS.

• Demonstrated ability to applysound technical judgment and autonomous decisionmakingin a fastpaced environment.

Business Requirements:

• Stronginfluencing and negotiationskills.

• Ability to develop and foster strongcrossfunctional supplierfacing and customerfacing business relationships.

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with a strongsense of urgencyin meeting internal and external customer needs.

• Strong written and verbalcommunication and reporting skills including the ability to translate complex technical analyses into clear actionable insights for diverse audiences.

What we seek:

• Education:B.S. degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or Materials Science required; advanced degree preferred.Six SigmaBlackBeltcertification preferred.

• Experience:7years of experience in inorganic or organic chemical manufacturing semiconductor fabor a closely related fieldutilizing deposition technologies.

• Experience in thesemiconductor microelectronics or hightechindustry.

• Prior experience working directly withsuppliers or customerson quality technical investigations or issue resolution is strongly preferred.

• Full professional proficiency inEnglish; additional proficiency inKoreanis a plus.

• Project managementexperience a plus.

• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically or internationally. Individual will be expected to travel between Round Rock and Burnet Texas locations weekly

What we offer:

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether youre looking to build your career improve your health or protect your wealth we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting

• Excellent health dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People Accountability Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B TN STEM OPT etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit hire train and reward employees for their individual abilities achievements and experience without regard to race color religion sexual orientation age national origin disability marital or military status.