Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to ensure the highest standards of product quality and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced quality problem-solving methods and lead initiatives to improve processes and products. Responsibilities

- Establish and ensure conformance to engineering standards and product specifications, maintaining high customer expectations.
- Contain defective products through problem definition, Root Cause Analysis, and tracking resolution effectiveness.
- Detect non-conformances and process variations using Change Control management and auditing.
- Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to enhance processes and products.
- Guide product development stages focusing on form, fit, function, manufacturability, and durability.
- Prevent customer satisfaction and durability issues through FMEA, design specifications, and past problem history reviews.
- Develop and release control plans, inspection standards, and various manufacturing validations.
- Implement quality compliance, assurance, control, and improvement initiatives across the organization.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Experience, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues.
- Support the development and management of Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
- Work with Supply Chain and Quality teams to improve supplier quality and enforce compliance.
- Support contract reviews for new awards, customer, and supplier agreements.
- Manage production and quality record retention and management processes.

Essential Skills

- Proficiency in quality engineering methods including Six Sigma.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.
- Experience in developing and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience in supporting and managing Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
- Strong analytical skills for process improvement and problem-solving.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Work Environment The role involves working closely with multiple departments including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams. The work environment is dynamic, focusing on continuous improvement and maintaining high-quality standards across all operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.