Jr Quality Engineer

The Jr Quality Engineer is an entry-level position designed to develop foundational quality engineering, analytical, and professional skills within a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

The role provides hands-on experience in manufacturing quality activities while building knowledge of quality methodologies, manufacturing processes, data analysis, and problem-solving techniques. Working alongside experienced engineers, the successful candidate will progressively develop the competencies required for a future Quality Engineer role.

This is your new role

• •Support manufacturing quality activities within assigned production areas and processes.
• •Assist with the collection, review, and reporting of quality and process performance data.
• •Participate in investigations of non-conformances, process deviations, and manufacturing abnormalities under guidance.
• •Learn and apply quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, MSA, Document Management, Auditing and Root Cause Analysis.
• •Support audits, reviews, business administration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• •Assist in maintaining compliance with quality procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
• •Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, and quality teams on quality-related topics.
• •Contribute to quality documentation, reporting, and structured problem-solving activities.
• •Participate in structured training and development activities to build technical and professional capabilities.

This is you

• •Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Quality, or a related discipline.
• •Strong interest in manufacturing, technology, and quality engineering.
• •Basic understanding of data analysis and structured problem-solving approaches.
• •Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially PowerPoint.
• •Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• •Ability to communicate effectively in English and German
• •Willingness to learn and develop within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• •Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Desirable

• •First experience in manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, or quality-related environments through internships, projects, KPI-reporting or vocational training.
• •Basic knowledge of quality methodologies such as SPC, MSA, 8D or Root Cause Analysis.
• •Interest in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced technologies.

This is your department and colleagues

You will join the Manufacturing Quality team at Nexperia's Hamburg wafer fab, one of Europe's leading semiconductor manufacturing sites. The team works closely with manufacturing, process engineering, operations and product quality functions to ensure process stability, product quality, and continuous improvement.

As part of the team, you will receive structured training, mentoring, and hands-on support from experienced quality professionals while contributing to real manufacturing and quality challenges from day one.

This is what Nexperia offers

• •Flexible working hours and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• •Professional mentoring and development support.
• •A wide variety of training courses and career development opportunities.
• •Hands-on experience in a world-class semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• •Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and quality methodologies.
• •International and collaborative working environment.
• •Competitive compensation and attractive employee benefits.
• •Company events, sports activities, employee discounts, mobility schemes, and additional social benefits.

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.