Test Engineer Jobs in South San Francisco, 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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Hardware Verification and Reliability Test Engineer (R-22692)

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Execute test cases to verify performance against requirements. Troubleshoot system defects and verification of fixes. Document reliability test plans and reports....

Optical System Test Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Design and implement module- and system-level test plans, ensuring robustness and compliance with specifications....

Embedded Software Test Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Loft Orbital is hiring an Embedded Software Test Engineer to join our embedded systems team....

Cellular Systems Test Engineer

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated Cellular Systems Test Engineer to join our Wireless Connectivity team....

Test Engineer

  • Union City, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Union City, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Tasks/Responsibilities: Review and schedule daily tasks that are assigned by Engineers or Manager Understand the operation of the equipment under test Manage project documentation in accordance...

Senior Automation Test Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago

automation, data engineering, or software engineering 2+ years of experience with modern data stacks (eg, S3, Spark, Airflow, Lakehouse architectures) 2+ years of experience with test automation tools...

HV Test Engineer (Battery Pack Cycling)

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Insight Global is looking for a HV Test Engineers for our Hardware Testing team....

Powertrain Test Engineer

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Insight Global is looking for a Powertrain Test Engineer to join on of our largest automotive clients in the Bay Area....

Manufacturing Test Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Testing) San Francisco, CA $78,000 - $144,000 2 weeks ago South San Francisco, CA $95,000 - $115,000 2 months ago Software Engineer, Manufacturing Test Automation Field Reliability Tester- San Francisco...

Test Engineer, Materials Engineering

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago

As a Materials Test Engineer, you will lead materials-level testing, prototyping, characterization, test specification development, and failure analysis....

Thermal Test Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

About the job As a Thermal Test Engineer, you will perform thermal test and validation on electronic systems (servers, switches, PCBs, racks) The ideal candidate has experience with electronics/PCB...

Functional Test Engineer

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Title - Functional Test Engineer Location: Redwood city,CA - Onsite Job DescriptioN The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for writing test procedures, test reports, executing test plans and...

Lead Test Engineer

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

Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than...

Mechanical Design Verification Test Engineers

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Mechanical Design Verification Test Engineers Job Employer Name: PTEC Solutions Inc.SpiderID: 13816895 Location: Fremont, CaliforniaDate Posted: 8/18/2024 Wage: $142,854.00Category: Engineering Job...

Manufacturing Test Engineer, Energy Storage

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Manufacturing Test Engineer, Energy Storage Essential Duties: As an early member of a new engineering team, you will play a key role in designing testers to support the development of a new product...

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

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Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, 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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