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How to Write a Quality Assurance Engineer Job Description Sample

A Quality Assurance Engineer, or a QA Engineer, ensures products or services meet the required specifications and quality standards. Their duties include testing an organization’s products or services, determining the reasons for quality issues, and advising senior management on solutions.

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What does a Quality Assurance Engineer do?

A Quality Assurance Engineer monitors the development of products or services and makes strategies to improve or maintain quality. They work in various industries, such as manufacturing, software, and logistics. Their job also involves implementing a plan to fulfill the quality requirements of senior management, government regulators, and customers.

Quality Assurance Engineers typically work with other professionals, such as Quality Control Engineers, Quality Control Analysts, and Quality Inspectors. They report to Quality Managers or Quality Assurance Directors of a hiring organization.

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Quality Assurance Engineer Job Description Examples:

Example 1

This is an on-site position for our office in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. You must be legally authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship from the employer.

Hi. We are Cygna Labs, a leading vendor of DDI and Security and Compliance Solutions worldwide. Large corporations use our products to manage networks, detect security threats, and pass compliance audits.

We are expanding our Quality Assurance department for our Security and Compliance team located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and are seeking a hands-on expert ready to help our development teams produce reliable software tools.

You will be an expert with low-level knowledge of Active Directory, computer networks, attention to detail, and a keen eye for edge cases. The ones that make developers say, "But it works on my machine."

You will work closely with our development and support teams to reproduce any identified issues and help the teams fulfill customer needs. At Cygna Labs, we work cooperatively, leveraging the knowledge and skills of all team members to help the company grow.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform manual testing for our Security and Compliance products
  • Develop test plans and reports
  • Communicate effectively with other team members to provide information about issues or potential problem areas
  • Participate in meetings regarding product development
  • Coordinate completion of tasks with other company resources

    Qualifications:

  • At least five years of hands-on software testing experience
  • Expert-level knowledge of Active Directory and low-level attributes
  • Ability to configure and maintain testing labs, including domain controllers, web servers, and Microsoft SQL Server instances
  • Strong English communication skills, both written and oral

    Other skills that are useful to us:

  • Automated test development

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • English not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Experience:
  • Software testing: 4 years (preferred)
  • Active Directory: 4 years (preferred)
  • Network management: 2 years Location: In person

    • Example 2

    WHAT DO WE DO?

    TestFly is a strategic and innovative testing thought leadership and delivery company, providing clients with a competitive business [website] a world flush with mobile, virtual reality, console, PC, and online Video Games products, your game's quality, stickiness, and playability are the drivers of your success.

    At TestFly, we become the guardian of your brand by offering world-class video games testing across all genres and platforms. Our culture is one of a true partner, where doing the right thing for our client and your customer satisfaction is extremely important in our value chain. We provide optimal testing of your software products while lowering overall costs, providing quality, and accelerating speed-to-market.

    WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Design and write end-to-end automated tests for all new features, as well as for the functionality that already exists. Cypress Framework.
  • Maintain, automate and develop the existing test suite across the project.
  • Review the work of your colleagues.
  • Continuously improve the team processes, brainstorm ideas and communicate your status and progress.
  • Mentor team members and provide feedback.
  • Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningly feedback.
  • Work closely with the product team, stakeholders and users from the preliminary planning through to having a holistic view to plan and deliver new features.
  • Estimate, prioritise, plan and coordinate testing activities.
  • Actively participate in meetings, including scrum meetings.

    WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

  • Bachelor�s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or its equivalent.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Software Engineer in a gaming environment, or in a similar environment preferably with a recognizable emphasis in software or firmware testing and/or evaluation methodology.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, C#, Java, J2EE, ASP, Flash, Action Script programming languages
  • SQL, Oracle, Informix, TCP/IP programming skills.
  • Experience with Java/Java Script
  • Experience with Source Control such as Subversion.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    Experience:
  • Software Engineer: 3 years (preferred)
  • Firmware testing: 1 year Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Who We Are:

    For 20 years, we�ve been leaders in the baby safety (Levana) and DIY security (Defender) space, creating ground-breaking consumer electronics including our Oma Sense� wearable baby monitor with our patented WakeUp� algorithms. We design and engineer our consumer tech products right here in Canada and work within our global supply chain to sell through our brand websites, Amazon, and our retail partners such as Walmart, Costco and Home Depot. As a team of entrepreneurial engineers and designers, we are driven to explore and create the best solutions possible that go beyond "good enough" to empower everyone in the world.

    How You�ll Make an Impact:

    We are looking for a driven Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to lead our pursuit in making products with a 0% defect rate. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the QA Engineer will ensure strict standards are implemented and thorough tests are completed on aspects such as reliability, mechanical, firmware and the electronics and assembly in our product development and manufacturing processes. Post-launch, the QA Engineer will then lead the analysis process and identify potential product improvements. This role operates in house out of our North York office.

    Quality Assurance during Product Development

  • Lead the development of strict quality assurance specifications for projects pre-development for reliability, cosmetic, mechanical, firmware and electronics.
  • Lead in detailed plan and execution of all components/product in-house and Beta trial testing in EVT/DVT/PVT/Pilot Run stage.
  • Lead in FMEA, MSC and SPC during product development stage.

    Quality Assurance during Mass Production

  • Work with on-site SQE to ensure all IQC and QA standards are implemented in factory for every batch of production
  • Lead in Golden Sample testing and validation, 2pc check to ensure 0% defect off the assembly line and less than 0.5% after sales
  • Implement 8D methods, report quality issues and risks and propose/execute improvement plan during manufacturing process.
  • Ensure 0% defective rate during entire product Lifecyle on non-negotiable safety-related core components (power adaptor, charger and battery pack) by implementing the most strict industrial standard, including UL2054, IEC/EN62133, IEEE1725, UL60950, etc.

    Continuous Product Quality Improvement

  • Customer Online Review Analysis: review, analyze, problem solve, report recommendations for improvement or recover units from the field and returns to tear down and study.
  • Customer Support Ticket Analysis: review, analyze, interview customers, problem solve, report recommendations for improvement or recover units from the field and returns to tear down and study.
  • Root Cause Analysis and FMEA on Defective Units from the Field: Recover, tear down, analyze, problem solve, report action items for improvement, follow through to ensure action items are executed on.

    Certifications, Documentation and Lab Testing

  • Plan, coordinate and follow up with 3rd party testing/certification lab for product certification and registration, including but not limited to, UL/CSA/FCC/DOE/UN38.3.
  • Lead in-house testing laboratory/process setup, prepare test jigs/equipment and perform in-house testing on all components/product
  • Reviewed and documented all testing reports/sample reports/TFA reports/FRI reports/certifications documents
  • Developed and improved documentation system for quality assurance teams.
  • Any other work assigned by Management.

    Must be able to travel internationally to Asia and North America approximately once per year.

    Your Experience and Qualifications:

  • Fluent in Mandarin
  • Diploma or degree in Quality Assurance, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or other
  • 3+ years of QAE or System Test experience in Consumer Electronics
  • Knowledge of quality assurance standard and process in consumer electronics industry
  • Deep understanding of ISO 9001, FMEA, MSA and SPC
  • Deep understanding of certifications standards, including UL/ETL/CSA/DOE/FCC/IC/ un38.3
  • Deep understanding of product safety standard and common cause of safety issues
  • Awareness of the 8D and 6 Sigma model
  • Awareness of the of Stage/Gate product development model
  • Proven ability to think analytically, reduce data sets, problem-solve, and innovate
  • Demonstrated ability to solve difficult problems with innovative and maintainable solutions
  • Previous experience as a QAE in manufacturing setting is considered as an asset
  • Excellent written and verbal skills in English

    How We�re Keeping You Safe:

    ETI is committed to providing a safe working environment to ensure that our team (current and future!) remain healthy and safe � therefore we have put measures in place, such as daily office sanitization, socially distant desk spaces, and providing masks for all team members.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Location: One location

    • Example 4

    Job requirements

    Languages

    English

    Education

    Master's degree

    Experience

    7 months to less than 1 year

    Work settingManufacturePersonal suitabilityAccurate, Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent written communication, Judgement, Organized, Team playerCertificates, licences, memberships, and coursesInternational Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9000, 9001 quality management certifiedArea of work experienceOperations or production, Project management, Project planning, Quality assurance or control, Research and development, International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Lean Manufacturing

    Screening questions

    Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

    What is the highest level of study you have completed?

    Computer and technology knowledgeMinitab, AutoCAD, Computer-aided design (CAD), MS Excel, MS Office, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS WordTasksPlan and design plant layouts and facilities, Supervise technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff and other engineers, Develop flexible or integrated manufacturing systems and procedures, Analyze costs of production, Design and conduct time studies and work simplification programs, Conduct studies on the reliability and performance of plant facilities, Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programsSupervision1 to 2 peopleTransportation/travel informationOwn vehicle, Public transportation is available, Own transportationWork conditions and physical capabilitiesFast-paced environment, Tight deadlines, Attention to detail, Sitting, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Standing for extended periods

    Other benefits

    Free parking available, Learning/training paid by employer, Team building opportunities, Parking available

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay

    Application question(s):
  • What are your qualifications and level of Location: One location

    • Example 5

    ProtonIntel - Quality Assurance Engineer

    ?

    About Us:

    At ProtonIntel, we are building the first real-time, continuous potassium monitoring wearable, allowing clinicians to treat and manage kidney disease patients more safely and precisely. Life-saving treatments that cannot be deployed when patients have dangerous K+ levels today will be unlocked for safe and optimal use.

    ?

    About the Role:

    ProtonIntel is looking for our next Quality Assurance Engineer to help lead the next growth phase by helping us create a Quality management system structure as well as a QMS software package to manage the product design history file. We are looking for an analytical, self-motivated, proactive individual who will thrive in a fast-paced environment and who wants to see the real impact of their work. This role is completely remote for anyone within Canada.

    ?

    Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and run Greenlight Guru eQMS system (GLG)
  • Work with all departments on developing Quality procedures and protocols
  • Instruct, train,and assist the Proton Team in the creation of Quality documents like SOP, Work Instruction, and reference documents.
  • Build and manage the design history file on GLG
  • Manage Design Controls with the Project Manager
  • Manage document uploads, reviews and sign off
  • Manage and create the required document templates - SOP, WI etc
  • Manage Document Change control and release to suppliers
  • Manage quality issues issues with suppliers - CAPA etc
  • Assist in auditing suppliers where required.
  • Participate and assist in the company readiness for the first Clinical trials for the ProtonPetal Device.
  • Design and develop the required documents
  • Work to the required regulatory requirements / advice / recommendations from the QA manager and Regulatory consultant
  • Motivate and advise the global team on best practices in medical device design controls and documentation.

    ?

    Required Skills:

  • At least 3 to 5 years experience in working with Medical Devices
  • At least 3 to 5 years experience in working in ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 regulated environments.
  • Experience of Medical Device Design Controls, Regulatory and Validation requirements.
  • Experience in building dossiers for releasing medical devices for CE and FDA approvals - Pre-sub and 510K submission.
  • Experience of manufacturing quality medical device requirements, quality controls and documents.
  • Experience with Greenlight Guru software

    ?

    What we offer

  • Dynamic, respectful, and productive working environment, in a growing start-up.
  • Salary package, according to level of expertise. Both junior and senior candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • Flexible working hours.

    ?

    ProtonIntel is dedicated to helping its employees grow and develop technical and soft skills in an innovative and collaborative environment. Proton Intel is an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive culture. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Work from home
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Experience:
  • ISO 13485: 3 years (preferred)
  • Medical Device: 3 years (preferred)
  • Green Light Guru: 3 years Location: Remote

    • Example 6

    Norwood Foundry Limited is a leading quality castings and waterworks company operating out of Nisku, AB � just south of Edmonton. We are celebrating our 117th anniversary this year and we are so excited to keep growing and expanding our team. We are currently hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer for a full-time, permanent position!

    If you're able, we encourage you to drop off your resume in person between 7:30AM - 4:30PM Monday - Friday and ask to speak with HR.

    This position requires someone who has experience with creating, implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems that follow ISO9001:2015 standards. This person must have the ability to think outside the box and bring forward ways to improve our current systems. To do this, the successful candidate will have very strong attention to detail and have the ability to work with various individuals within the company as they will be working closely with our Management team, Engineers, Plant and Office employees to keep all aspects of our Quality Management System running smoothly.

    This individual must be professional, tech savvy, a forward thinker and have a passion for quality systems.

    Requirements
  • 2-3 years relevant work experience with Quality Management Systems and achieving ISO9001:2015 certification
  • Previous foundry/metallurgy/manufacturing experience is highly preferred
  • A degree in Technology or equivalent in QA experience.
  • Excellent Office365 knowledge (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Highly organized with excellent time-management skills
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality
  • Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle is required due to our location in Nisku
  • Highly detail oriented

    Relevant Qualities
  • An independent worker that is self motivated to stay on task and complete work efficiently (with high quality)
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize across multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Team player with an exceptional attitude and superior professionalism
  • Ability to work with little day to day supervision
  • Highly motivated to complete tasks in a timely manner

    Salary is based on experience and hours of work are 7:30AM - 4:30PM Monday to Friday at our head office in Nisku, AB.

    Benefits:
  • Health and Dental Benefits
  • RRSP Matching
  • Fuel Relief Program, 140 Liters per month
  • Life Insurance
  • Costco Membership
  • And More

    Only those selected for an interview will be contacted and we thank you for your interest in applying with Norwood Foundry Ltd.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Benefits:
  • Commuter benefits
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

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    • Quality Assurance Engineer duties and responsibilities

    A Quality Assurance Engineer has a variety of duties and responsibilities to excel at their job, including:

    • Assessing current products or services and identifying quality issues
    • Determining performance indicators for a product or service’s quality
    • Recommending solutions to quality issues
    • Managing product improvement projects from start to finish
    • Preparing quality reports for senior management
    • Attending training sessions to learn the best practices for how to improve the quality of products and services

    Quality Assurance Engineer skills and qualifications

    A successful Quality Assurance Engineer needs various essential skills and qualifications to perform their duties confidently, including:

    • Keen attention to detail
    • Strong multitasking skills to transition between jobs without compromising quality standards
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to work in a team
    • Leadership skills to manage other team members
    • Time management and organization skills
    • Problem-solving skills to find solutions for various quality issues

    Quality Assurance Engineer experience requirements

    A Quality Assurance Engineer needs hands-on experience to excel in their role. Ideally, candidates should have at least two years of experience in quality assurance. Alternatively, someone with in-depth experience and understanding of the product or service can also be successful. A good Quality Assurance Engineer must know how to use planning and programming tools and be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite to record and communicate their findings. Additional experience requirements for Quality Assurance Engineers depend on the hiring organization’s needs and the specifics of the industry.

    Quality Assurance Engineer education and training requirements

    Quality Assurance Engineers need a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related engineering field. A master’s degree or doctorate in an engineering discipline is a plus for a candidate. Candidates may need training on operation research, quality control, and related aspects of the job for entry-level Quality Assurance Engineers. However, ideal candidates may have training certifications or past work experience.

    When going through resumes, look for Quality Assurance Engineers with a license from an Association of Professional Engineers in their province or territory. For example, consider candidates who are members of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick. Other education and training requirements depend on your organization’s specific needs and the industry.

    Quality Assurance Engineer salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Engineer in Canada is $62,275 per year. Salaries can vary depending on location, company, and the candidate’s level of experience.

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    Quality Assurance Engineer job description FAQs

    What are the soft skills Quality Assurance Engineers need to succeed at their job?

    A good Quality Assurance Engineer must be passionate about engineering and willing to learn on the job. They must know how to identify quality issues quickly and be problem-solvers. They must also know how to adjust priorities and be outstanding leaders.

    Do Quality Assurance Engineers have various responsibilities in different industries?

    Quality Assurance Engineers have similar responsibilities across different industries. They all ensure the products and services of an organization meet quality standards by testing and assessing them. The difference between Quality Assurance Engineers in various industries lies primarily in the type of product or service they monitor. Therefore, those in manufacturing companies monitor the quality of goods, and others in software organizations ensure the development process of software follows company standards.

    What is the difference between a Quality Assurance Engineer and a Quality Control Engineer?

    Quality Control Engineers and Quality Assurance Engineers perform similar roles. However, there are a few differences between both professionals that help an organization manage quality standards. A Quality Assurance Engineer provides confidence that a product or service fulfills its quality requirements. A Quality Control Engineer manages the operational techniques and activities to fulfill quality standards. In some organizations, a Quality Control Engineer reports to a Quality Assurance Engineer.

    What should you look for in a Quality Assurance Engineer resume?

    Look for a candidate with proven attention to detail. A Quality Assurance Engineer needs to be meticulous and able to spot quality concerns right away. A strong candidate needs to think critically, solve problems, and be creative when determining solutions to quality concerns. Successful candidates also need an academic background in the field of engineering or computer science.

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