Quality Assurance Engineer
Actalent
Description
The Quality Engineer will work at a manufacturer of precision machined components and complex still fabrication. They will ensure product quality and compliance across both divisions. They will be focused on quality assurance activities and robust documentation packages to meet the required quality standards and specifications. Primary 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 (e.g., certifications, test reports) - Oversee technical quality aspects throughout 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
Skills
Quality assurance, documentation management
Top Skills Details
Quality assurance,documentation management
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelors in Engineering (mechanical preferred) - Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 or similar quality standards - nuclear standards highly preferred - 5+ years of experience ideal - Problem-solving mentality - High attention to detail is vital: computer and documentation heavy (examples: validate welders who performed tasks were qualified, review metrology reports, etc.) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Excellent planning and organizational skills - Proficient in Excel, CAD, and Word
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
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 6, 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.
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