Immediate About the Role PrideStaff is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer I to join a dynamic team dedicated to developing excellence in automation, machine design, material handling, and custom tooling. This role plays a key part in maintaining strict quality standards across incoming parts, electro-mechanical assemblies, and custom-engineered equipment. The ideal candidate possesses a solutions-oriented mindset, strong technical troubleshooting abilities, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities Incoming Inspection:
Perform thorough incoming inspections on parts to verify compliance against engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
Assembly & Functionality Inspection:
Inspect assembled tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality and high-quality workmanship in accordance with drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and work instructions.
Controls & Electrical Troubleshooting:
Perform low-voltage wire troubleshooting (particularly within industrial electrical cabinets) and technician-level testing of controls software on PLCs, IPCs, PCBs, and HMIs.
Issue Escalation & Continuous Improvement:
Swiftly communicate issues to site leadership and operations. Elevate complex software/controls issues to Controls Engineers while documenting mechanical and wiring fixes to drive continuous improvement with assembly teams.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related Engineering field, OR 5+ years of hands-on Quality Engineering / Quality Inspection experience with technical training.
Background:
Up to 5 years of experience in quality inspection, quality engineering, or electro-mechanical assembly and testing of OEM equipment.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and industrial work instructions. Familiarity with standard quality inspection tools (e.g., calipers). Working knowledge of GD&T standards (ASME Y14.5-2009 or later) for quality inspections. Experience with low-voltage wiring troubleshooting in industrial electrical environments.
Work Environment & Physical Demands Travel:
Travel required between manufacturing sites in Fountain Valley, CA and St. George, UT (the primary focus for the first 12 months will be supporting the Fountain Valley facility).