Senior Design Quality Engineer for Connected Products

Fieldpiece; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Career development programs

Flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)

Job summary

Fieldpiece is hiring a Senior Design Quality Engineer – Connected Products (Hardware & Software) in Orange, CA. You will lead verification and validation across hardware, firmware, and software, shaping product quality and reliability from concept through launch.

You will partner with Engineering and Manufacturing, develop test strategies, execute plans, and guide root-cause analysis to prevent failures. Hybrid work schedule, with onsite collaboration and occasional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM is required.
• 5+ years of experience in Design Quality, Design Assurance, Verification & Validation (V&V), or New Product Development Quality for complex electro‑mechanical products.
• Experience supporting products that combine hardware, firmware, and software throughout the product lifecycle.
• Experience developing and executing verification and validation plans, test protocols, and design verification activities.
• Strong understanding of design controls, risk management, root cause analysis, and quality engineering principles.
• Experience with DFMEA, Design for Reliability (DfR), or statistical quality tools.
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams, including Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Software, Manufacturing, and Product Management.
• Experience working with global manufacturing partners, ODMs, or OEMs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering throughout the development of new hardware, firmware, software, and connected products.
• Develop verification and validation strategies that ensure products meet customer, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Design and execute test plans that validate functionality, reliability, usability, and safety.
• Build and evaluate prototypes while identifying opportunities to improve product quality before launch.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout product development.
• Investigate failures, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with global manufacturing partners to support successful product launches.

Skills

Design Quality

Design Assurance

Verification & Validation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality engineering

Hardware & software integration

Statistical quality tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM

Tools

DFMEA

DfR (Design for Reliability)

Statistical quality methods

ISO 9001 knowledge

HVACR industry knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

Fieldpiece is a privately held, global leader in professional HVACR tools and test instruments. We're known for developing innovative products that technicians rely on every day - and for investing in our people, our technology, and our future. Named one of the Best Places to Work in Southern California for four consecutive years, we're looking for talented people who want to make an impact while growing their careers.

At Fieldpiece, quality isn't something we inspect at the end of development - it's designed into every product from the very beginning.

As our Senior Design Quality Engineer – Connected Products (Hardware & Software), you'll work alongside Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Software, and Product Engineering teams to ensure our next generation of connected HVACR tools deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and user experience.

Position Details

Level: ExperiencedLocation: Orange, CA 92867Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: QA - Quality Control

This position is in Orange, CA with an exciting move to Tustin, CA in 2028. This role follows a hybrid work schedule, with employees typically working onsite three days per week. Additional in‑office days may be required from time to time for onboarding, training, team meetings, project collaboration, or other business needs.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with Engineering throughout the development of new hardware, firmware, software, and connected products.
• Develop verification and validation strategies that ensure products meet customer, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Design and execute test plans that validate functionality, reliability, usability, and safety.
• Build and evaluate prototypes while identifying opportunities to improve product quality before launch.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout product development.
• Investigate failures, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with global manufacturing partners to support successful product launches.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Influence products before they reach customers.
• Work on innovative products across hardware, firmware, software, and connected technologies.
• Help develop products used by HVAC professionals around the world.
• Collaborate directly with design engineers throughout the development lifecycle.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or another STEM‑related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Design Quality, Design Assurance, Verification & Validation (V&V), or New Product Development Quality for complex electro‑mechanical products.
• Experience supporting products that combine hardware, firmware, and software throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Experience developing and executing verification and validation plans, test protocols, and design verification activities.
• Strong understanding of design controls, risk management, root cause analysis, and quality engineering principles.
• Experience with DFMEA, Design for Reliability (DfR), or statistical quality tools.
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams, including Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Software, Manufacturing, and Product Management.
• Experience working with global manufacturing partners, ODMs, or OEMs.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence teams and drive quality throughout product development.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with connected products, IoT devices, or mobile applications.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other product quality and safety standards.
• Experience in HVACR, test and measurement, industrial equipment, or other complex electro‑mechanical products.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at Fieldpiece

• As a privately held company, we invest for the long term—in our people, our products, and our future. That means we can focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and building lasting careers rather than chasing short‑term results.
• Work alongside talented, collaborative teammates who are passionate about innovation and solving real world problems.
• Make a meaningful impact in a company where your ideas are heard, your expertise is valued, and your contributions help shape the future of our products and business.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hire to Retire philosophy – Individual Development Plans for everyone and a commitment to support career development
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Music program – music rooms in all US offices with onsite guitar, piano, and voice lessons in California (classes can be streamed for other offices)
• Recognition programs, launch parties and team building events to share successes

Our Culture

• Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and win as a team.
• Urgency – We move quickly, stay agile, and focus on what matters most.
• Respect – We value diverse perspectives and treat everyone with professionalism and integrity.
• Trust – We build strong relationships through accountability and transparency.
• Learning – We embrace curiosity, continuous improvement, and personal growth.
• No Ego – We leave titles and egos at the door, value the best ideas regardless of where they come from, and work together with humility, openness, and mutual respect.