Supplier quality engineer - cables (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 Supplier quality engineer - cables (m/f/d) Your Responsibilities Work in the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering team which drives Advantest towards operational excellence in a fully outsourced manufacturing environment Brings new complex cable assemblies of the V93000 IC tester (with focus on interconnect parts, customized connectors and spring contact pins) into production on time Assures manufacturing, quality and reliability of technically challenging complex cable assembly products throughout the outsourced supply chain Develops, maintains and shares expertise of complex cable assembly product design of the V93000 within Advantest including advice to peers and management Selects supplier and runs supplier qualification through potential analysis and process audits to constantly fulfill customer and business requirements Manage quality, product changes and technical supply chain processes of products to constantly fulfill customer and business requirements Implementation of preventive quality and approval measures at external suppliers Aspects to further consider are manufacturing process optimization, cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives to drive quality, cost, and supply metrics towards defined goals Collaborates closely and x-functionally with R&D, Supply Chain and Product marketing and global support teams as well as suppliers in a very international environment Your Qualifications Bachelor/Master degree in electronic engineering or equivalent Knowledge of connectors, cables and its failure mechanism Broad experience in cable manufacturing processes External auditor experience Flexible and innovative mindset with analytical problem solving skills, Strong ownership in failure identification (data analysis to identify HW errors, electronic cable measurements, debugging cable assemblies) Pro-active mindset with a focused ambition to solve problems Ability to define schedules and keep timelines Good Communication skills and team player in cross-functional and cross-company environment both in English and German Willing to travel 10-20% of time 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, Ann-Kathrin Rupp 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