Field Engineer Jobs in Alameda, CA

A Field Engineer in the quality control industry is responsible for overseeing, inspecting, and assessing the quality of products, processes, and systems to ensure they meet the required standards and regulations. They carry out site visits, perform tests, analyze data, and write reports on their findings. Additionally, they may also be tasked with troubleshooting and fixing problems identified during inspections. Their role is crucial in preventing defects, reducing manufacturing costs, ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining a company's reputation.

To be successful, a Field Engineer should have a strong understanding of quality control methods and regulations, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. They also need good communication skills to effectively report their findings and suggest improvements. A Field Engineer should have a degree in engineering or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Field Engineer, a person may have roles as a Quality Control Inspector, Junior Engineer, or Process Engineer.

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Field Service Engineer - Avionics, Ground Systems, Powertrain, SMI (Structures, Mechanisms & Integration)

  • South San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 11 days ago

About Zipline Zipline's mission is to provide every human on Earth with instant access to vital medical supplies. We believe that where you live should never dictate whether you live. We are at...

E&I Field Engineer

  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Martinez, CA (15 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Purpose of the Role As an E&I (Electrical & Instrumentation) Field Engineer at Worley, you will play a pivotal role in the successful execution of construction and commissioning phases of energy, chemicals...

Field Engineer Hydrographic Surveyor Dredging

  • San Rafael, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (18 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Now Hiring: Field Engineer Dredging Division As the marine construction and dredging industry continues to grow, so does our team....

Critical Infrastructure Fire Protection Engineer (Field Engineering), DCC Communities

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

As an Amazon Critical Infrastructure Field Engineer, you will provide full life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance....

Field Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

As required, assist in our quality management processes on site. Assist in updating and maintenance of the Boldt Production System (BPS)....

Critical Infrastructure Fire Protection Engineer (Field Engineering), DCC Communities

  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (7 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

As an Amazon Critical Infrastructure Field Engineer, you will provide full life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance....

Senior Field Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent Let's Build DESCRIPTION: Rudolph and Sletten is looking for a Senior Field Engineer who primarily committed to field operations....

Field Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent Lets Build DESCRIPTION: Rudolph and Sletten is looking for a Field Engineer who primarily committed to field operations....

Audiovisual (AV) Field Engineer - II

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Alameda, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Health, dental, and vision benefits. 401(k) retirement plan. up to 120 hours of PTO (accrued), 10 Paid Holidays 8 hours to volunteer on your favorite cause....

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Field Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Field Engineer Jobs in Alameda, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Field Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Field Engineers in Alameda, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
21.4%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.1%
High School or GED
6.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Engineers in Alameda, CA
2-4 years
42.5%
8-10 years
16.8%
4-6 years
15.3%
1-2 years
8.9%
Less than 1 year
6.1%
6-8 years
5.8%
10+ years
4.6%



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