Quality Engineer Jobs

A Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering industry, primarily being responsible for ensuring the quality of processes and products in production. They develop and implement quality control systems, oversee the analysis and inspection of products, and identify and eliminate defects for the highest level of customer satisfaction. They also work to enhance the efficiency of production and reduce costs. They are significantly involved in the development and optimization of inspection processes, the analysis of quality cost problems, or the setup of quality control parameters when launching a new product.

Important skills for a Quality Engineer include statistical analysis, proficiency in auditing and quality testing, an understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, and strong problem-solving abilities. They should ideally have a Six Sigma Certification or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential. Prior to becoming a Quality Engineer, one could serve roles such as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or Process Engineer, which help provide a solid foundation in quality control and process improvement needed in the Quality Engineer role.

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Quality Engineer Technician

  • Ladson, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Ladson, SC
  • 4 days ago

Our Security Enterprise Solutions (SES) Quality Team at Leidos currently has an opening for a Quality Engineer Technician to work in our Ladson, SC facility....

Validation Engineer Casa Grande, AZ - Nutrition Plant

  • Casa Grande, AZ
  • 9 days ago
  • Casa Grande, AZ
  • 9 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Quality Engineer II

  • Halsey, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Halsey, OR
  • 11 days ago

Primary Purpose: The Quality Engineer is responsible for driving quality forward by effective communication both internally and externally....

Senior Quality Engineer

  • Halsey, OR
  • 11 days ago
  • Halsey, OR
  • 11 days ago

Primary Purpose: The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for driving quality forward by effective communication both internally and externally....

Quality Engineer

  • Wickliffe, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Wickliffe, OH
  • 11 days ago

Quality Engineer If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for career advancement, then working for CPP may be the right fit for you!...

Test Engineer Secret clearance

  • Ventura, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 12 days ago

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Electronics Engineering...

Quality Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 12 days ago

Description We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Quality Engineer (QE) to oversee Quality Engineering efforts on a key AS9100 program....

VSSI, llc

Test Engineer

Job description Summary: The Test Engineer will establish test procedures and coordinate the testing of products under development or in production ** Essential Duties and Responsibilities include...

Quality Engineer

  • Braintree, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 14 days ago

Wollaston Alloys/CPP Boston is seeking a driven individual to join our team as a Quality Engineer! The Quality Engineer is a crucial position within our facility....

Electronic Test Engineer

  • New Bremen, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • New Bremen, OH
  • 15 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the worlds largest lift truck...

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is one of the worlds largest material handling companies, with a reputation for award-winning product design, advanced engineering and technology,...

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is one of the worlds largest material handling companies, with a reputation for award-winning product design, advanced engineering and technology,...

Quality Engineer

  • West Linn, OR
  • 25 days ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • 25 days ago

SHIFT No Shift ($0) (United States of America) A BRIEF OVERVIEW The Quality Engineer II supports the ongoing quality of Orchid's legacy products and works with project management and manufacturing engineers...

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Supplier Quality Engineer in the Leidos Defense/Land/Aerospace Sector to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems....

CNO Test Engineer

  • Hanover, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...

Quality Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...
Water quality and the biogeochemical engine
Learn about how the quality of water is a direct result of complex bio-geo-chemical interactions, and about how to use these processes to mitigate water quality issues. Interested in environmental...
Quality Engineer - Supplier Quality Evaluation & Management
Every organization wants to purchase and procure the best products for its business interests and customers. This is where its quality engineers play a vital role. Aside from performing tasks...

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Salary for Quality Engineer Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.8%
Master's Degree
34.7%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
2.0%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Engineers
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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