Quality Engineer Jobs in Maine

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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Senior Quality Engineering Manager - OCI

  • Augusta, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 6 days ago

Your leadership skills will inspire, motivate, and guide an existing team of quality engineers to achieve collective company and organizational goals....

Principal Hardware Test Engineer

  • Augusta, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 11 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer with deep system knowledge and test automation background to join our team....

Quality Engineer

  • Bangor, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 13 days ago

information about this and other Quality Engineer positions, please apply now....

Senior Construction Inspector

  • Portland, ME
  • 26 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 26 days ago

Senior Construction Inspector at Colliers Engineering & Design in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Senior...

Quality Engineer

  • Kennebunk, ME
  • 29 days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME
  • 29 days ago

Coaches other Quality Engineers in statistical tools and lean/DMAIC processes to help achieve the goals of the department and the business....

Senior Quality Engineer (Onsite)

  • North Berwick, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Berwick, ME
  • 30+ days ago

What You Will Do: Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer responsible for, but are not limited to the following: Lead teams to investigate the root cause of customer escapes and non-conformances...

Bridge Construction Inspector

  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago

This Opportunity This Opportunity WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing...

Senior Staff Product Quality Engineer - Clean Energy

  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago

Staff Quality Engineer to join our growing team....

Construction Inspector

  • Eliot, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Eliot, ME
  • 60+ days ago

This Opportunity WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional...

Senior Paving Construction Inspector

  • Portland, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 60+ days ago

This Opportunity WSP is initiating a search for a Senior Paving Construction Inspector to help oversee multiple types of urban and rural pavement rehabilitation or preservation projects with...

Senior Bridge Construction Inspector

  • Portland, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 60+ days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Bridge Construction Inspector to help oversee new, replacement, or rehabilitated structures with construction values ranging from...

Construction Inspector

  • Biddeford, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Biddeford, ME
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Construction Inspector to join our Construction Engineering & Inspection team in our Biddeford, ME office. Our professional...

Test Engineer

  • Kittery, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kittery, ME
  • 90+ days ago

Test EngineerJob Category: Service Contract ActTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel:...

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Quality Engineer Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Quality Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Maine 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 in Maine
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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