Supply Chain Engineer

Job Title

Supply Chain Engineer

Role Summary

Senior supply chain engineer responsible for technical readiness, quality and qualification of incoming direct materials used in semiconductor assembly and test (substrates, IHS, stiffeners, epoxy, etc.).

The role partners with supplier materials engineering, materials quality and reliability, factory module engineering and suppliers to resolve material issues, support NPI and drive quality, yield and cost improvements for high-volume manufacturing.

Experience Level

Senior — minimum 10 years of relevant experience in semiconductor or manufacturing environments (backend assembly, packaging, or high-volume production preferred).

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Own incoming direct materials technical readiness and ensure materials meet technical specifications, quality and reliability requirements.
• Support material evaluation, qualification and readiness for NPI and HVM; act as technical interface for material-related factory issues.
• Lead or support investigations and cross-functional actions to drive timely closure of technical issues and minimize production impact.
• Manage MRB/excursion activities, material disposition decisions and containment through data-driven analysis.
• Drive 8D problem solving, failure analysis, reliability validation and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Support supplier qualification, validation, engineering change and materials change control processes.
• Support audits, maintain technical documentation and ensure audit readiness.
• Use tools such as SAP, JMP and Power BI to analyse material performance, track issues and support decisions.
• Identify and implement process improvements, standardization and cost-reduction opportunities across the supply chain.
• Coach, mentor and develop junior supply chain engineers; drive cross-VF improvements and best-practice sharing.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• Deep knowledge of material properties and assembly-packaging interactions (substrates, IHS, stiffeners, epoxy).
• Hands-on experience in backend assembly/packaging and high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record with structured problem-solving methods (8D, RCA, CAPA, DOE) and root-cause analysis.
• Experience with SAP or other materials management systems for tracking and issue management.
• Proficiency with analytical tools such as JMP, Power BI or equivalents.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-influence skills across engineering, manufacturing, quality and supplier teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced factory environment and manage multiple priorities on-site.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or a related engineering/technical field; minimum 10 years of relevant experience in semiconductor or manufacturing environments (backend assembly/packaging/HVM).

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.