OverviewMake an Impact at Veeco - At Veeco, quality is a competitive advantage-and this role is at the center of how we scale it. As a Quality Engineer (QMS), you will drive the maturity, consistency, and effectiveness of our enterprise Quality Management System across multiple sites and product lines.
This is more than a compliance role-you'll be a systems thinker and change agent, shaping how quality is embedded into Veeco's operations, enabling business growth, and strengthening customer trust. You'll partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to build a data-driven, scalable, and audit-ready QMS.
This role is ideal for someone ready to expand from execution into ownership, with a clear path toward enterprise QMS leadership and governance.
Location: Onsite in either Somerset, NJ or Horsham, PA. Relocation Assistance Available.
ResponsibilitiesEnterprise QMS Excellence- Own and continuously improve QMS processes to ensure scalability, consistency, and ISO 9001 compliance
- Drive standardization across sites and product lines, reducing variation and increasing system effectiveness
- Govern controlled documentation, ensuring clarity, usability, and compliance
Audit & Compliance Leadership- Lead and coordinate ISO certification, surveillance, and recertification audits
- Serve as a primary interface with auditors, customers, and leadership
- Strengthen audit readiness by evolving internal audit programs and closing systemic gaps
Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving- Champion a systems-based, data-driven approach to quality improvement
- Lead and mature the CAPA program, ensuring strong root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions
- Apply advanced quality methodologies (8D, FMEA, SPC, 5 Whys) to solve complex, cross-functional challenges
Data, Insights & Influence- Define, analyze, and elevate QMS KPIs and performance metrics
- Translate data into actionable insights for senior leadership
- Influence decisions by connecting quality performance to business outcomes
Cross-Functional Partnership- Embed quality into daily operations by partnering with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain
- Act as a trusted advisor, simplifying complex quality concepts for diverse audiences
- Lead through influence in a matrixed, multi-site environment
What Success In This Role Looks Like- QMS processes are standardized, scalable, and consistently executed across sites
- Internal and external audits are effectively managed, and any findings are addressed appropriately in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders
- CAPAs are timely, effective, and prevent recurrence
- Quality data drives proactive decision-making and measurable improvements
- Stakeholders view you as a go-to expert and strategic partner in quality
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field
- At least 5 years of experience in quality engineering, including hands-on management of an ISO 9001-compliant QMS, participation in internal and external audits, and driving CAPAs that resulted in measurable improvements (e.g., reduced defects or audit findings)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Proven experience supporting or leading external audits and compliance efforts
- Strong knowledge of CAPA, internal audits, QMS documentation, and metrics systems
- Ability to operate effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed organization
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- Systems thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Strong analytical capability, comfortable turning data into insight and action
- High ownership mindset with the ability to drive initiatives end-to-end
Preferred Experience- Semiconductor, capital equipment, or high-tech manufacturing environments
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification
- ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
- Experience with SAP Quality Module or similar ERP/QMS systems
Travel- Approximately 10-20% domestic travel
Salary and BenefitsThe expected salary range for this position is $84,223-$118,207, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.
Other benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Commuter Benefits
- Life and Accident Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Identity Theft Remediation
- Emergency Travel Assistance
