Quality Assurance Applications Engineer

About the role

As a , you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of quality in our engineering applications. Located in Hebron, Nebraska, this full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation and quality are paramount. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement quality assurance processes that enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance strategies for engineering applications to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define quality metrics and performance indicators for new and existing products.
• Conduct thorough testing of applications, including functional, regression, and performance testing, to identify defects and areas for improvement.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of testing processes, results, and quality assurance protocols to ensure transparency and traceability.
• Work closely with software developers to facilitate the resolution of identified defects and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on product specifications to enhance quality from the early stages of development.
• Analyze customer feedback and product performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements to enhance user experience.
• Train and mentor junior QA engineers and team members on best practices in quality assurance and testing methodologies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in quality assurance tools and techniques to continuously improve processes.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure that quality assurance activities are integrated into project timelines and deliverables.
• Assist in the development of automated testing frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage of testing efforts.
• Support the implementation of quality management systems and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency in testing tools and frameworks, such as Selenium, JUnit, or similar.
• Experience with automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C# is a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience in the manufacturing sector or with engineering applications is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as ISO 9001 or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies and experience working in an Agile environment.
• Certification in quality assurance or testing (e.g., ISTQB) is a plus.
• Experience with performance testing tools like LoadRunner or JMeter.

Skills & tools

• Proficient in quality assurance tools and testing frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with project management tools like JIRA or Trello.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Practical notes

• This position is based in Hebron, Nebraska, and may require occasional travel to other company locations or client sites.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is available for qualified individuals.
• The role may involve working outside of regular business hours during critical project phases or product launches.
• Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter through the Metalquest careers portal at the provided application URL.

Join Metalquest as a Quality Assurance Applications Engineer and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional engineering solutions. We look forward to your application and the possibility of you becoming part of our innovative team!