Test Engineer Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

A Quality Inspector ensures that products and services meet certain set standards of quality. They are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, and assessing products and services to detect and isolate non-compliance with standards. Their duties include reading blueprints, using inspecting equipment, submitting reports, and recommending necessary improvements. They may work in diverse industries such as manufacturing, food production, and healthcare, ensuring the offerings are safe, reliable, and meet both regulatory and company standards.

Key skills required for a Quality Inspector include attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, good communication skills, and proficiency in using inspection tools and software. Familiarity with quality standards and regulations specific to their industry is crucial. A background in statistical analysis and process improvement can also be beneficial. In terms of certification, the American Society for Quality (ASQ) offers a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) credential that validates competency in Quality Inspection. Prior job roles before becoming a Quality Inspector can include Quality Control Technician, Production Operator, or Assembly Technician.

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RF Test Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

We are seeking a skilled RF Test Engineer to support the measurement and characterization of cellular radio hardware designs across a wide range of products....

Manufacture and Test Engineer, Rack Integration

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Experience in embedded software or test automation with Python. Preferred qualifications: Experience with developing manufacturing test hardware using electronics, fixturing, and instrumentation....

Wireless Firmware Test Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

The Wireless Connectivity Silicon team is looking for a Wireless Firmware Test Engineer to help ensure the quality of innovative wireless silicon for use in Apple products....

Senior Staff Software Test Engineer (Security Posture)

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Your responsibilities will include: Test Planning and Execution: Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans that cover all possible test cases to verify feature functionality for...

Principal Test Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

We are looking for a talented test engineer with extensive experience in developing diagnostics and validation....

BMP Test Engineer -Board Mounted Power

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Type: W2 only Job Title: BMP Test Engineer -Board Mounted Power Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite) Job Description: As a board mounted power test engineer, you will test and qualify highly reliable...

Parking Validation Test Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Insight Global is looking for a Parking Validation Test Engineer to join a Fortune 100 Semiconductor company headquartered in Santa Clara, CA Pay rate range: $60-$85 What you'll be doing: -Own Parking...

Software Test Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Log and track failures in bug tracking system. Troubleshoot failures and work with software development team to get them fixed. Review functional specs and test plans and provide feedback....

ASIC SoC System Level Test Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

You will support hardware development, test integration, test automation, and test deployment....

Antenna OTA Test Engineer

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago

and execute OTA test plans based on design engineers request....

Lead Flight Test Engineer

  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Develop and enforce best-in-class processes for documentation, test execution, safety, and continuous improvement....

Electrical Test Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Code: 173247 Number Of Openings: 1 Job Description: Electrical Test Engineer Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corp., in Sunnyvale, CA seeks Electrical Test Engineer....

Software Vehicle Test Engineer-Adas Features

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Insight Global is looking for a Software Vehicle Test Engineer/Operator for testing ADAS features. The client is a Fortune 100 semiconductor company headquartered in Santa Clara....

Test Engineer IRC269435

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago

At GlobalLogic, we are looking for a Manual Test Engineer who thrives in a collaborative and inclusive environment....

R&D Test Engineer

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 4 days ago

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
24.9%
High School or GED
10.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Test Engineers in Santa Cruz, CA
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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