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Waymo

Product Quality Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Product Quality Engineering Manager. You will: * Champions the quality within the product development team and facilitates the use of ...

Waymo

Product Quality Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Product Quality Engineering Manager. You will: * Champions the quality within the product development team and facilitates the use of ...

CrossFire Group

Product Quality Engineer

Toledo, OH

$25 - $27.58/hr

Our client is looking for a Product Quality Engineer in Toledo, OH! This is a 12-month contract opportunity (possible extension or direct hire for the right candidate). Pay rate range is $25 to $27 ...

Meta

Product Quality Engineer

Austin, TX

$144K/yr

As a Product Quality Engineer on the Hardware Engineering team, you will play a critical role in bringing next-generation AI/ML hardware from concept to mass production directly enabling the compute ...

Epirus

Product Quality Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$95/hr

This is an exciting Product Quality Engineer role with an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. The ideal candidate for the position is agile, collaborative, and results oriented. You ...

Stellantis

Product Quality Engineer

Warren, MI

$67K - $87K/yr

The Plant Quality Engineer (PQE) - Responsible for all aspects of product conformity for their systems / Components at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant. The PQE reports directly to the PQE Lead and ...

Synopsys

Product Quality Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$169K - $254K/yr

You are a detail-oriented and technically proficient engineer with a passion for ensuring the highest standards of product quality. With a strong background in hardware manufacturing, you excel in ...

Meta

Product Quality Engineer

Fremont, CA

$144K/yr

As a Product Quality Engineer on the Hardware Engineering team, you will play a critical role in bringing next-generation AI/ML hardware from concept to mass production directly enabling the compute ...

Lockheed Martin

Product Quality Engineer

Moorestown, NJ

$71K - $91K/yr

THEWORK Seeking professional engineer to provide quality support to multiples programs on the production floor. This individual will promote comprehensive quality control programs for assigned ...

VulcanForms

Product Quality Engineer

Devens, MA · On-site

$75K - $94K/yr

Job Purpose The Product Quality Engineer plays a hands-on role in supporting product quality and regulatory compliance for advanced metal additive manufacturing. This role focuses on the execution of ...

Stäubli

Product Quality Engineer

Duncan, SC

$66K - $85K/yr

The Product Quality Engineer works under the accordance of Stäubli Corporation's Quality Management System and ensure all aspects are respected within the purview for the role responsibilities. This ...

Stäubli

Product Quality Engineer

Duncan, SC · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

The Product Quality Engineer works under the accordance of Staubli Corporation's Quality Management System and ensure all aspects are respected within the purview for the role responsibilities. This ...

Lockheed Martin

Product Quality Engineer

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

THE WORK Seeking professional engineer to provide quality support to multiples programs on the production floor. This individual will promote comprehensive quality control programs for assigned ...

Viasat, Inc.

Product Quality Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$79K - $119K/yr

What you'll do Quality Engineers at Viasat play a significant role in contributing to the business ... Review Viasat and Supplier product yield and field reliability data for trends. * Audit sites to ...

Net2Source (N2S)

Product Quality Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Position: Product Quality Support engineer - Aerospace Location: Rutland, VT / Cincinnati OH In this role, you will be responsible for supporting quality assurance activities related to product ...

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How much do product quality engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for product quality engineer in the United States is $84,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Product Quality Engineer do?

A Product Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products meet established quality standards and specifications throughout the manufacturing process. They analyze production processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement quality control procedures to reduce defects and enhance product reliability. Product Quality Engineers also work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, conduct root cause analyses, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Their role is crucial in maintaining customer satisfaction and compliance with industry regulations.

What is the difference between Product Quality Engineer vs Quality Assurance Engineer?

AspectProduct Quality EngineerQuality Assurance Engineer
Primary FocusEnsuring product quality during development and manufacturing processesDeveloping and implementing testing procedures to ensure quality standards
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, product development, engineering teamsTesting labs, software environments, quality departments
CertificationsASQ CQE, Six Sigma, ISO certificationsISTQB, Six Sigma, ISO certifications

Both roles focus on quality but differ in scope. Product Quality Engineers work closely with engineering teams to improve product design and manufacturing, while Quality Assurance Engineers develop testing protocols to ensure quality standards are met. They often collaborate but have distinct responsibilities within the quality management process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Product Quality Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Quality Engineer, you need a solid understanding of quality control processes, manufacturing standards, and engineering principles, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with statistical analysis software, Six Sigma or ISO certifications, and quality management systems like SAP or Minitab is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and addressing quality issues. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring product reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in manufacturing environments.

What are some typical challenges Product Quality Engineers face when working with cross-functional teams?

Product Quality Engineers often collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure products meet quality standards. A common challenge is balancing differing priorities—such as cost, speed, and quality—among stakeholders, which requires strong communication and negotiation skills. Additionally, resolving quality issues may involve coordinating corrective actions across departments, necessitating a proactive and solutions-oriented approach. Successfully navigating these challenges offers valuable experience and can lead to broader leadership opportunities within quality management.
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Product Quality Engineer

Product Quality Engineer

Waymo

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

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Job description

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver-The World's Most Experienced Driver-to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo's fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.

Hardware Engineering is an innovative and collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, reliability, software and vehicle engineers. We design, build, and perfect the products which are the eyes and ears of Waymo's autonomous driving technology, and integrate those products into vehicle platforms. We're seeking curious and talented teammates to keep us moving in the right direction.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Product Quality Engineering Manager.

You will:

  • Champions the quality within the product development team and facilitates the use of design methodologies to ensure products are functional, of high quality, reliable, and meet product specifications.
  • Ensure that the product design process, including activities like DFMEA, design reviews, DFM (Design for Manufacturing), and DFx, meets quality standards and results in a high-quality product.
  • Define and Implement quality Standards, establish and enforce quality specifications for product development, materials, and manufacturing processes. Develop and implement quality plans for new and existing projects, adhering to APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) methodologies. Innovate as needed to maintain robust quality for new products.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other teams during product development to develop detailed quality plans, address quality issues, implement corrective actions, conduct process audits and product inspections to verify compliance with internal and external quality standards and requirements and improve product quality.
  • Drive quality and reliability for advanced semiconductor components (SoCs, GPUs, AI accelerators, high-speed memory) and their interaction within the compute module. Partner with firmware and system software teams to ensure hardware/software interface quality, including robust boot sequences, error detection/correction mechanisms, and on-board diagnostics specific to the compute subsystem's health and integrity.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive quality plans and test strategies to validate the compute module's functional performance, power and thermal management, and high-speed data interfaces under worst-case operational and environmental stress conditions.Analyze data from early development tests, reliability tests, production and field data to identify issues and report to drive improvements and incorporate any lessons learned into the Compute PDP.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 7+ years of experience in product development in quality/design engineering in the automotive/electronic industry in ECU/Compute modules
  • Strong experience in automotive product development & quality management
  • Proficiency in core quality tools and methodologies: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA (Measurement System Analysis), SPC (Statistical Process Control), DOE and 8D problem-solving
  • Experience with data analysis, statistical tools, and quality control systems
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

We prefer:

  • Master's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to leverage data forensics for resolving complex manufacturing assembly quality issues
  • Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: New Product Introduction, Design Engineering, or Manufacturing Operations in consumer electronics
  • Strong understanding of electronic assembly processes. & Solid grasp of statistical analysis and production control processes
  • Proficient in data analysis and interpretation
  • Experience collaborating with international contract manufacturers in mass production, including travel to manufacturing sites
  • Highly motivated self-starter with innovative thinking, integrity, and meticulous attention to detail

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Range
$210,000—$267,000 USD

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