Director, Quality Assurance — Module Business

Job Title

Director, Quality Assurance — Module Business

Role Summary

Lead quality for the Module business within the Performance Core Power group, owning end-to-end product assurance from design through post-launch. Drive quality standards, metrics, and processes across internal teams, module manufacturers, and key suppliers.

The role focuses on embedding a shift-left quality approach, structured problem solving, and rapid resolution of customer-impacting issues for products serving data center, AI, and computing markets.

Experience Level

Senior; requires 10+ years of experience in product or quality engineering roles with leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include defining and enforcing quality practices, leading investigations, and coordinating cross-functional resolution of issues.

• Define and enforce quality standards across development, production, and post-launch phases.
• Align customer, vendor, and internal requirements to ensure consistent delivery and compliance.
• Own root-cause analysis and lead corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Advance a shift-left approach by embedding quality rigor early in design and development.
• Lead cross-functional teams to rapidly contain and resolve critical quality incidents.
• Serve as primary liaison to customer QA teams and manage customer escalations.
• Manage supplier quality excursions and coordinate with module manufacturers and critical suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement using data-driven insights and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Manage external quality audits (e.g., ISO/IATF) and ensure closure of non-conformances.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, experience, and behaviours for the role.

• 10+ years in product or quality engineering teams, including leadership and cross-functional influence.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders and customers.
• Solid understanding of new product development processes and semiconductor supply chain/production environments.
• Expertise in statistical analysis and structured problem-solving (data-driven decision making).
• Experience managing supplier excursions, customer escalations, and production issues.
• Familiarity with commercial and automotive quality standards and audit processes.
• Track record of implementing corrective/preventive actions and quality improvement initiatives.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; Master's degree is preferred.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.