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IQC/SQE Engineer

Santa Clara, CA ยท On-site

$120 - $140/hr

The IQC/SQE Engineer is responsible for incoming material quality, supplier quality coordination, supplier issue containment, inspection planning, and corrective action follow-up for manufacturing ...

The IQC/SQE Engineer is responsible for incoming material quality, supplier quality coordination, supplier issue containment, inspection planning, and corrective action follow-up for manufacturing ...

Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Riverside, CA ยท On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) Location: Riverside, CA Salary Range: $95,000 - $130,000/year. Position Summary: The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the quality of products ...

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How much do sqe jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for sqe in California is $31.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $36.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SQE?

SQE stands for Supplier Quality Engineer. SQEs are professionals who work to ensure that the materials and components supplied by vendors meet the required quality standards for manufacturing. They are responsible for evaluating suppliers, conducting audits, resolving quality issues, and implementing corrective actions. SQEs play a crucial role in maintaining product quality, reducing defects, and improving supplier performance. Their work often involves collaboration with both suppliers and internal teams such as procurement and engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software Quality Engineer (SQE), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Quality Engineer, you need a solid understanding of software testing methodologies, programming basics, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with test automation tools (such as Selenium or JUnit), bug tracking systems, and continuous integration platforms is typically required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication help SQEs excel in identifying issues and collaborating with development teams. These skills ensure software reliability, minimize defects, and support the delivery of high-quality products.

What are some of the main challenges a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) faces when working with international vendors?

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, one common challenge when working with international vendors is navigating differences in quality standards, communication styles, and time zones. Ensuring that suppliers consistently meet product specifications often requires clear documentation, regular audits, and proactive relationship management. Additionally, SQEs must be skilled at resolving quality issues promptly and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions. Building strong, open lines of communication with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers is key to overcoming these challenges.

What cities in California are hiring for Sqe jobs?

Cities in California with the most Sqe job openings:

Infographic showing various Sqe job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,777 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

IQC/SQE Engineer

Foxconn-Pce-Technology

Santa Clara, CA โ€ข On-site

$120 - $140/hr

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Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

All Salaried exempt employees Full-Time Santa Clara, CA, US

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

Company Overview:

Established in Taiwan in 1974, Hon Hai Technology Group, commonly known as Foxconn, is the worldโ€™s largest electronics manufacturer and leading provider of technological solutions with a network of over 233 campuses across 24 countries. In the US, Foxconn employs 8,000 across 56 different sites with manufacturing operations in Virginia, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Texas, and California. As of 2025, Foxconn ranks 28 th among the Fortune Global 500 and reported revenue of approximately USD $259 billion.

The companyโ€™s diverse product offerings span four major segments: smart consumer electronics, cloud, and networking solutions, computing, and various other components. Foxconn makes 40% of the consumer electronics that we find in our everyday lives. In recent years, Hon Hai has adopted the 3+3 strategy, focusing on three emerging industries - electric vehicles, digital health solutions, and robotics - while leveraging three key technologies: next-generation communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and semiconductors. Together, these initiatives position the company as a leader in innovation for the 21st century.

Hon Hai Technology Group is deeply committed to championing environmental sustainability within its manufacturing processes. By integrating sustainability into its operations framework, the company strives to serve as a best-practice model for global enterprises, enhancing corporate responsibility while meeting the growing demand for environmentally conscious production methods.

Job Summary:

The IQC/SQE Engineer is responsible for incoming material quality, supplier quality coordination, supplier issue containment, inspection planning, and corrective action follow-up for manufacturing operations. This role supports incoming inspection performance, supplier quality metrics, material nonconformance control, supplier corrective action requests, and production support related to supplier or material quality issues. The IQC/SQE Engineer works closely with Quality Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Engineering, suppliers, and customer-facing teams to ensure incoming materials meet quality requirements and support production continuity.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support incoming quality control through inspection planning, inspection execution, sampling review, material release decisions, and incoming inspection record management.
  • Review supplier material quality performance, incoming inspection results, nonconforming material trends, supplier DPPM, and supplier corrective-action status.
  • Coordinate containment, sorting, rework direction, disposition support, escalation, supplier corrective-action requests, 8D follow-up, failure-analysis responses, and verification of effectiveness.
  • Partner with Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve material quality issues, update inspection requirements, and support ECO/ECN quality impact review.
  • Maintain supplier quality reports, nonconforming material records, quality alerts, action trackers, audit readiness, KPI reporting, and clear communication of material-quality risks and recovery plans.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field required.
  • Lean Six Sigma, ISO 9001, IPC, ESD, quality auditing, or related quality certification preferred.
Experience:
  • 4-7 years of quality engineering, supplier quality, incoming quality control, manufacturing quality, or related experience in electronics manufacturing or related industries.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting incoming inspection, supplier corrective actions, nonconforming material control, supplier quality metrics, and material-quality issue resolution.
  • Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional procurement, supply chain, warehouse, engineering, and production teams; structured problem-solving experience preferred.
EEOC Statement

Foxconn is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Foxconn prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetics, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, Foxconn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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