Quality Engineer Jobs in Washington

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

  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity As a Quality Engineer here at Honeywell, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and solutions....

Quality Assurance Test Engineer

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Public Trust or Active Security Clearance Required 2 days on site and 3 days remote a week at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, WA Defense Health Agency (DHA) Duties and Responsibilities:...

Component Test Engineer - A Shift

  • Kent, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Component Test Engineer - A Shift Location: Kent, WA 98032 Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Industry: Aerospace & Space Exploration Type: Full-Time Summary : Join a mission-driven team...

Test Engineer

  • Pullman, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pullman, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Test Engineer. If you are looking for an opportunity to work on the state of the art...

Satellite Test Engineer, Integrated Vehicle Testing

  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to...

Field Quality Engineer 1

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 2 days ago

The Field Quality Engineer I will interface with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of engineering and construction management personnel....

Engineer - Test II

  • Kent, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 5 days ago

Engineer - Test II#25-60732 $45.80-$55.42 per hour Kent, WA All On-site Job Description Our Client, an Aerospace company, is looking for an Engineer - Test II for their Kent, WA location....

Looking for QA TEST Engineer - Redmond, WA(100% Onsite )

  • Redmond, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 6 days ago

Work alongside other Quality assurance engineers (QAEs) to design, develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans and manual test cases to validate new features....

Mfg Quality Engineer, Project Kuiper

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 6 days ago

cause corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects Implements the Kuiper Quality System through process development and launch mechanisms across teams similar to AS9100 requirements Own...

Quality Engineer (7:00am-3:00pm)

  • WA
  • 6 days ago
  • WA
  • 6 days ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel...

RF Test Engineer

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Design and implement automated RF test systems, focusing on embedded and hardware simulations....

Hardware Validation Engineer

  • Redmond, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Hardware Validation Engineer Job Description In this role, you will be a critical member of the hardware validation team, responsible for testing and validating analog, digital, and...

Test Engineer

  • Everett, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 8 days ago

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a self-starter who finds ways to improve existing processes? Keep reading as we are looking for a dynamic Test Engineer to join our Fluke...

Product Quality Engineer, DfS Supplier Quality

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 days ago

Supplier Quality Engineer with a proven track record of delivering results within a complex supply chain....

Construction Inspector

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 9 days ago

Salary Range 6,139.00 - 7,851.00 Job Summary As one of the fastest growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is building a city of the future through innovation, sustainable development,...

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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 Washington

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Washington 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 Washington
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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