Industrial Engineer - Quality (m/f/d)

Advantest - We enable tomorrowʻs technology. IoT, 5G and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all the microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader of automated test systems in the semiconductor industry we help the world to realize the digital transformation, enable our customers to shape the future and offer you the exciting jobs intended for pioneers. Are you seeking answers and opportunities for your future? At our site in Böblingen you will find both as Industrial Engineer - Quality (m/f/d) Your Responsibilities 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 Qualifications 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. Our offer Flexibility Benefits Development Fitness Security Flexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absence Attractive salary, share in Advantest´s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing) Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessions Ergonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health days Attractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations Take your next career step with us! Apply now, preferably via our online application tool. If you have any questions, Alena Nicolai will be happy to answer them at For further information visit: jobs.advantest-career.de Apply now 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. Would you like to take a closer look how our working environment looks like? Here you can take a short virtual 360° tour of our company - click the link to get to know us better. Böblingen Amerang