Advantest — a global leader in semiconductor test equipment — is hiring Supply Chain Quality Engineers (m/f/d) in Böblingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. This role is responsible for the technical quality elements of supply chain management across all Printed Circuit Board (PCB) product lifecycle phases — from NPI qualification and IPC specification enforcement through supplier audits, failure analysis, and mass production release — ensuring availability of high-quality parts and assemblies backed by robust supplier capabilities.
About Advantest — Global Semiconductor Test Equipment Leader
Industry: Semiconductor Test Equipment — a global technology powerhouse driving electronic innovation
Focus Area: Supply chain quality management for Printed Circuit Boards across all product lifecycle phases
Location: Böblingen — heart of Baden-Württemberg’s world-renowned high-tech engineering corridor
Standards: IPC specifications, Advantest PCB guidelines, and global supplier performance frameworks
Diversity: Equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified candidates (m/f/d)
Technical Scope — PCB Supply Chain Quality
PCB Quality: Establish and enforce IPC specifications and Advantest PCB guidelines across design, fabrication, and assembly
NPI Qualification: Manage New Product Introduction supplier readiness, material validation, and mass production release
Failure Analysis: Drive root cause identification, corrective actions, and SPM quality KPI monitoring
Supplier Management: Lead audits, dual sourcing, claim management, and DFM communication for manufacturability
AOS Initiatives: Support assurance of supply and risk mitigation to maintain delivery performance and product reliability
Position Overview
This Supply Chain Quality Engineer role at Advantest in Böblingen places you at the technical heart of PCB supply chain quality management across all product lifecycle phases. You will be responsible for ensuring that every printed circuit board entering the supply chain — from initial design through fabrication, assembly, and mass production — meets Advantest’s exacting IPC standards and quality guidelines. Working cross-functionally with suppliers, design teams, manufacturing, and quality functions, you will lead NPI qualifications, drive root cause analysis on failures, manage supplier performance, and protect the integrity of Advantest’s global semiconductor test equipment product portfolio.
Why This Role Matters: As a Supply Chain Quality Engineer at Advantest in Böblingen — one of Germany’s most advanced semiconductor and electronics technology hubs — you will enforce IPC PCB specifications at the highest global standards, lead supplier audits and dual sourcing strategies for mission-critical electronic components, drive failure analysis and corrective actions that directly protect product reliability, and build an exceptional engineering career at the centre of the global semiconductor test equipment industry.
Key Responsibilities
PCB Quality Assurance & IPC Specification Enforcement
- Ensure PCB quality by establishing, implementing, and enforcing IPC specifications and Advantest PCB guidelines across all stages of design, fabrication, and assembly processes
- Review and approve PCB designs and manufacturing specifications to verify full compliance with IPC standards and Advantest internal quality requirements before production release
- Monitor and assess supplier fabrication and assembly processes to ensure consistent adherence to PCB quality standards throughout the full product lifecycle
- Maintain and update the Working Control Handbook (WCH) and manufacturing release approvals for new PCB products entering the supply chain
NPI Qualification & Supplier Readiness
- Manage New Product Introduction (NPI) qualification processes — coordinating supplier readiness assessments, material validation activities, and approval cycles before mass production launch
- Validate and release new PCB materials, components, and assemblies by conducting thorough qualification testing, documentation review, and engineering sign-off procedures
- Lead cross-functional coordination between R&D, design, manufacturing, and procurement teams during NPI phases to ensure seamless quality integration from concept to production
- Communicate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) requirements to suppliers and design teams to ensure PCB designs are optimised for reliable, cost-effective volume production
Failure Analysis, Root Cause & Corrective Actions
- Drive systematic failure analysis on PCB-related quality escapes, field returns, and production non-conformances — leading root cause identification using structured engineering methodologies
- Implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) in response to confirmed PCB quality failures, monitoring closure and verifying effectiveness through follow-up reviews
- Monitor supplier and product quality KPIs through the Supplier Performance Management (SPM) process, escalating risks and tracking improvement actions to timely resolution
- Support Assurance of Supply (AOS) initiatives by proactively identifying and mitigating supply chain risks that could impact delivery performance or product quality reliability
Supplier Management, Audits & Risk Mitigation
- Plan, prepare, and lead supplier quality audits at PCB fabrication and assembly facilities to assess process capability, compliance, and quality system maturity
- Handle supplier claim management processes — coordinating return material authorisations, 8D reports, and financial recovery actions for non-conforming PCB deliveries
- Drive dual sourcing strategies for critical PCB supply streams, qualifying alternative suppliers to reduce single-source risk and improve supply chain resilience
- Manage supplier relationships with a focus on continuous improvement, collaborative problem-solving, and sustained delivery performance aligned with Advantest’s quality expectations
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related technical discipline
- Equivalent professional qualification with demonstrated expertise in PCB manufacturing processes and supply chain quality management will also be considered
Technical Knowledge
- Solid, hands-on knowledge of manufacturing and test processes specific to Printed Circuit Boards — including fabrication, SMT assembly, and inspection methods
- Strong understanding of common PCB failure mechanisms — including delamination, copper migration, solder joint failures, and CAF (conductive anodic filament) risks
- Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-6012, and related specifications) as applied to PCB quality assurance and supplier management
- Experience with supplier performance management tools, quality KPI frameworks, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and FMEA
Language & Personal Competencies
- Fluent English — written and spoken — is essential for global stakeholder communication, technical documentation, and cross-border supplier coordination
- German language proficiency at minimum B2 level is required for effective communication within the Böblingen site and with German-speaking suppliers
- Very strong analytical skills — the ability to systematically diagnose complex technical PCB quality issues and develop well-reasoned engineering solutions
- Excellent cross-functional teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and quality departments
- Strong self-management, coordination, and presentation skills — comfortable communicating technical findings to both engineering peers and senior management audiences
About Advantest in Böblingen, Germany
Advantest is a world-leading manufacturer of semiconductor and electronic component test equipment, serving the global semiconductor industry with cutting-edge testing solutions that power the electronics at the heart of our digital world. The Böblingen site in Baden-Württemberg sits within one of Germany’s most productive and internationally recognised high-tech engineering regions — home to a dense ecosystem of electronics, automotive, and semiconductor companies that collectively define the global standard for engineering excellence.
For Supply Chain Quality Engineers with PCB expertise, Advantest Böblingen offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced electronics engineering and global supply chain management — enforcing world-class IPC standards, driving supplier quality improvement, and contributing to products that enable some of the most sophisticated semiconductor testing in the industry. The role demands technical depth, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to engineering precision that mirrors Advantest’s own global reputation for quality.
Career Excellence: Join Advantest in Böblingen and build your PCB supply chain quality career at one of the world’s most respected semiconductor test equipment companies — where your IPC expertise, analytical capability, and supplier management skills will drive real engineering impact on a global scale.
Who Should Apply?
- PCB Quality Engineers: With hands-on experience in IPC specification enforcement, PCB failure analysis, and supplier quality management in a German or European electronics environment
- Electrical / Electronics Engineers: Holding a relevant degree and proven background in printed circuit board manufacturing processes and supply chain quality assurance
- NPI Quality Specialists: Experienced in managing new product introduction qualification cycles and supplier readiness assessments for electronic components
- Supplier Quality Managers: With a track record of leading supplier audits, 8D corrective actions, and SPM performance improvement initiatives in the semiconductor or electronics sector
- Bilingual Engineering Professionals: Fluent in English with minimum German B2, ready to work in Böblingen’s dynamic high-tech manufacturing and engineering environment
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