Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Intel scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Details:
Job Description:
The Role and ImpactAs a Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring Intel's manufacturing processes meet rigorous quality and reliability standards. You will lead efforts to qualify manufacturing ramps to high volume, develop inspection and testing processes, and conduct audits to validate compliance with industry benchmarks. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement initiatives, address quality challenges, and optimize systems, contributing to Intel's pursuit of operational excellence.
Business group
The Quality Systems Organization within Intel Foundry is focused on delivering world-class manufacturing quality and reliability. This group designs and implements robust quality frameworks, supports manufacturing scalability, and fosters a culture of proactive improvement. By ensuring dependable processes, the team plays a vital role in advancing Intel's mission to provide cutting-edge solutions to customers worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the qualification of manufacturing ramps to high volume, ensuring adherence to quality and reliability standards.
- Develop inspection protocols, testing mechanisms, and conduct audits to assess process compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality systems and strengthen operational efficiency.
- Manage supplier audits, change control processes, and excursion events to uphold quality benchmarks.
- Represent quality and reliability functions in product development forums, recommending process and system optimizations.
- Design systems for early detection and containment of quality excursions and conduct risk assessments to mitigate concerns.
- Apply statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to evaluate manufacturing data and product performance.
- Collaborate with customers to address reported manufacturing issues and provide engineering solutions that improve product reliability.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in quality and reliability engineering, manufacturing, or related domains; OR Master's degree with 4 years of relevant experience; OR Ph.D. with 2 years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, DOE, regression modeling).
- Experience with quality systems, supplier audit processes, and excursion management in manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques for data analysis and decision-making.
- Knowledge of materials, processes, and techniques used in high-volume manufacturing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to extract insights from complex datasets.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated experience in driving process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Leadership experience in material review board (MRB) environments.
- Dedication to fostering a quality-focused mindset and culture within manufacturing settings.
Your skills and dedication to quality will empower Intel to deliver industry-leading products while driving innovation in manufacturing processes. Join our team to make an impact and contribute to Intel's success.
Job Type:
Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, New Mexico, AlbuquerqueAdditional Locations:
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust
N/ABenefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $140,830.00-198,820.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
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