Quality Assurance Engineer (IQC & Wafer Test Process)

Job Title

Quality Assurance Engineer (IQC & Wafer Test Process)

Role Summary

Lead incoming quality control (IQC) and wafer-level testing process controls to ensure incoming material integrity and maximize semiconductor front-end yields. Coordinate with production, engineering, planning, and suppliers to maintain compliance with customer and company quality standards.

Experience Level

Mid-level — 2–5+ years of relevant experience in electronics assembly, semiconductor backend processing, or wafer-level probe testing.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities covering IQC and wafer test process quality assurance.

• Monitor and maintain product and process quality to meet customer requirements and company standards.
• Manage technical quality controls for wafer testing steps: sorting, probing, and dicing preparation.
• Investigate incoming quality issues, customer complaints, and non-conformance cases; lead CAPA actions.
• Analyze quality data to identify improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, inspection reports, control plans, and quality records.
• Support internal, customer, and certification audits related to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Planning, and suppliers to resolve quality and manufacturing issues.

Requirements

Essential skills, experience, and behaviors for successful performance in this role.

• Must-have: 2–5+ years of experience in electronics assembly, semiconductor backend processing, or wafer-level probe testing.
• Must-have: Experience writing 8D reports and using QC core tools (PPAP, APQP, MSA, FMEA, control plans).
• Must-have: Practical knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality management systems and experience supporting audits.
• Must-have: Ability to perform investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and work cross-functionally.
• Nice-to-have: Proficiency in Malay and Mandarin for stakeholder communication; strong English communication skills expected.
• Nice-to-have: Self-motivation, discipline, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education Requirements

Possess at least a bachelors degree (preferred) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or a related technical field. The posting does not include an explicit alternative-equivalent experience statement beyond the listed work experience.

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.