Quality Engineer Jobs in Livermore, CA

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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Principal Supplier Quality Engineer - Shockwave Medical

  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job title Principal Supplier Quality Engineer - Shockwave Medical Function Supply Chain Engineering Sub function Quality Engineering Category Principal Engineer, Quality Engineering (ST7) Location Santa...

ASIC Verification Engineer - DMA/PCIe

  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products...

Hardware Validation Engineer

  • Milpitas, CA (11 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA (11 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Hardware Validation Engineer Job Description We are looking for a Hardware Validation Engineer with experience in designing and debugging complex high-speed PCBs. The role involves board-level...

SDET Quality Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

SDET Quality Engineer California, Sunnyvale 04/14/2025 Contract Active Job Description: Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled SDET Quality Engineer with a strong background in automation and manual...

Entry-level EMC Test Engineer

  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Proficiency with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and power amplifiers....

Software Quality Engineer/Senior Software Quality Engineer- Medical Device

  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Medical Device Software Quality Engineer to join our Quality Assurance team....

Sr Principal Engineer Quality NEW

  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (22 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Principal Quality Engineer based out of Sunnyvale, CA supporting our Launcher Systems Programs. This position may support working a few days a week in a hybrid fashion....

Quality Engineer (Microelectronics)

  • Mountain View, CA (23 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (23 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Quality Engineer to join their organization as a direct salaried employee. The salary range for this position is $130K - $161K with some flexibility possible....

Senior Device Test Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our start-up is building fundamentally new technology to extend Moore's Law beyond the limits of Silicon. Our team members have shipped technology used in billions of devices and by hundreds of...

EMC Test Engineer

  • Milpitas, CA (11 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (11 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Insight Global is looking for an EMC Engineer to come onbaord and support one of our largest technology clients in San Jose, CA. This person will be joining the greater Hardware Organization and...

System Design Validation Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized...

Senior Optical Mixed Signal Design Validation Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (20 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Deep understanding of fundamental optical components and analog circuits RF testing experience at die or module level 5+ years of experience measuring, analyzing, and debugging complex mixed-signal...

Hardware Test Engineer Intl India 59536686

  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

You will be testing for quality issues on a high volume of product to drive at failure analysis, containments, and root cause corrective actions....

Entry-level EMC Test Engineer

  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (17 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications for the Entry-level EMC Test Engineer include: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent field....

Test Engineer III, Home

  • Mountain View, CA (23 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (23 miles from Livermore, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 3 years of experience in coding, developing test methodologies, writing test plans, creating test cases, and...

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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...
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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 in Livermore, CA

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Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Livermore, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
34.8%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
1.9%
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 in Livermore, CA
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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