Accessory Quality Engineer

Advantage Technical; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and pet insur

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical seeks an Accessory Quality Engineer in Fountain Valley, CA, to drive testing, evaluation, and QA for automotive accessories. You will participate in ISIR/PPAP processes, analyze data, and prepare detailed reports.

The role blends hands-on vehicle testing with documentation, ensuring products meet stringent quality standards while collaborating with suppliers and teams across engineering and production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related Engineering field.
• Experience with product development, quality assurance, ISIR, and PPAP processes.
• Strong technical report writing and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using automotive testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel up to 5%.
• CAL/OSHA forklift certification preferred.
• OEM automotive experience or technical training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, and evaluate automotive accessories, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Conduct fit, function, and usability testing on accessories and installation instructions.
• Create detailed technical reports documenting testing results and quality findings.
• Identify quality concerns and collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
• Review and validate product development and quality documentation, including ISIR and PPAP processes.
• Operate automotive testing equipment and analyze test data.
• Perform vehicle evaluations through road testing and controlled test environments.
• Support quality assurance activities related to accessory production and distribution.

Skills

Quality assurance

Technical report writing

Problem solving

Automotive testing equipment

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related Engineering field

Tools

Automotive testing/diagnostic equipment

Job description

Now Hiring: Accessory Quality Engineer

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Pay Rate: $55.07 - $57.41/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday (as assigned)

Drive Quality in the Automotive Industry

Are you an engineer who enjoys working hands‑on with vehicles, solving technical challenges, and ensuring products meet the highest quality standards? We're seeking an Accessory Quality Engineer to support the evaluation, testing, and validation of automotive accessories for a leading automotive manufacturer. This is a great opportunity to combine engineering expertise with real-world vehicle testing and quality assurance.

Job Duties

• Install, remove, and evaluate automotive accessories, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Conduct fit, function, and usability testing on accessories and installation instructions.
• Create detailed technical reports documenting testing results and quality findings.
• Identify quality concerns and collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
• Review and validate product development and quality documentation, including ISIR and PPAP processes.
• Operate automotive testing equipment and analyze test data.
• Perform vehicle evaluations through road testing and controlled test environments.
• Support quality assurance activities related to accessory production and distribution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related Engineering field.
• Experience with product development, quality assurance, ISIR, and PPAP processes.
• Strong technical report writing and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using automotive testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel up to 5%.
• CAL/OSHA forklift certification preferred.
• OEM automotive experience or technical training is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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