Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer Actalent is looking to hire talent to support a growing regional client in the industrial machining and fabrication space. These consultant-to-hire opportunities are long-term and local to the Portland area. Job Description The Quality Assurance Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring product quality and compliance within a manufacturer specializing in precision machined components and complex steel fabrication. This position focuses on quality assurance activities and creating robust documentation packages to meet required quality standards and specifications. Responsibilities + Establish inspection criteria, test plans, and documentation to achieve the most reliable and compliant outcomes. + Validate effective execution in documentation packages of requirements. + Create quality cost estimates, including evaluation of vendor quality capabilities and alternatives. + Support sales staff in creating winning bids, including writing quality assurance sections of bid letters and producing supporting documentation such as certifications and test reports. + Oversee technical quality aspects throughout the project lifecycle. + Manage quality documentation flow between client, engineering, detailing, and production teams. + Coordinate vendor quality audits and technical procurements. + Perform jobsite and vendor visits to verify compliance, conduct audits, and resolve quality issues. + Evaluate and select inspection methods, tools, and gauges for optimal defect detection. + Coordinate with outside or client quality representatives. + Produce quality control drawings and inspection plans using CAD. + Perform statistical analysis and calculations using Excel or specialty software. Essential Skills + Proficiency in quality assurance and documentation management. + Experience in documentation package creation and validation. + Strong background in quality engineering and quality control. + Familiarity with supplier quality management. + Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. + Proficient in Excel, CAD, and Word. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Excellent planning and organizational skills. + Problem-solving mentality. + High attention to detail is vital, particularly in computer and documentation tasks. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a preference for Mechanical Engineering, or similar. + 5+ years of experience in a related field. + Knowledge of nuclear standards is highly preferred. Work Environment The role is based onsite in the southeastern part of the Portland Metro, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm. The position is primarily office-based, with some time spent on the production floor. The QAE will validate completed activities and ensure correct documentation, without performing physical inspections or quality control tasks. Benefits include sick time, 8 holidays, and a week of PTO for the first year of the consulting contract. Local and regional talent will be prioritized. #LI-MH3 Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clackamas, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $52.88/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Clackamas,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 2026. 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.