Test Engineer Jobs in Cambridge, MA

A Quality Inspector ensures that products and services meet certain set standards of quality. They are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, and assessing products and services to detect and isolate non-compliance with standards. Their duties include reading blueprints, using inspecting equipment, submitting reports, and recommending necessary improvements. They may work in diverse industries such as manufacturing, food production, and healthcare, ensuring the offerings are safe, reliable, and meet both regulatory and company standards.

Key skills required for a Quality Inspector include attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, good communication skills, and proficiency in using inspection tools and software. Familiarity with quality standards and regulations specific to their industry is crucial. A background in statistical analysis and process improvement can also be beneficial. In terms of certification, the American Society for Quality (ASQ) offers a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) credential that validates competency in Quality Inspection. Prior job roles before becoming a Quality Inspector can include Quality Control Technician, Production Operator, or Assembly Technician.

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Test Engineer

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Experience designing functional and non-functional test cases that verify requirements and validate functionality....

DCS System Test Engineer

  • Foxboro, MA (22 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Foxboro, MA (22 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Design and execute test plans and test cases for the Next Generation DCS software systems....

Software Test Engineer

  • Lexington, MA (6 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (6 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Software Test Engineer Equiliem Yesterday Secret Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) $150,000 and above No Traveling IT - QA and Test Lexington, MA (OFF-SITE/HYBRID) Software Test Engineer The software...

Test Engineer 4

  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Our Global Team: We are a team of 66,000 highly dedicated employees across more than 70 countries passionately pushing the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare to help improve peoples lives...

Associate, Integration / Test Engineer (Wilmington, MA)

  • Wilmington, MA (12 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (12 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: We are seeking an Integration/Test Engineer to join our Engineering Test Support team at our Wilmington, MA facility....

Electrical Test Engineer

  • Franklin, MA (24 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (24 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Electrical Test Engineer Position Type: Contract - 3 to 6 months Qualification/s: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Diploma with equivalent related field experience...

Manufacturing Test Engineer

  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 3 days ago

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Manufacturing Test Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Quincy, MA....

Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer

  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 3 days ago

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Quincy, MA....

Senior System Integration and Test Engineer

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of...

Test Engineer

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 6 days ago

test scripts and associated documents for software products Analyzing test cases and providing regular progress reports Providing test execution results and related metrics for deployment iterations...

Electrical Test Engineer (Electrical Engineer III)

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Electrical Test Engineer (Electrical Engineer III) (250003DD) Job Description Electrical Test Engineer (Electrical Engineer III) - (250003DD) Description Position Summary Under the direction of the...

Hybrid Senior Systems Test Engineer

  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Hybrid Senior Systems Test Engineer ID: 549464 Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Newton, MA Category: Pro - Engineering Job Type: Temporary Duration: 9 - 12 Months Description Are you a Senior Systems Test...

Test Engineer

  • Wakefield, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a Test Engineer with expertise in LabVIEW and TestStand for designing and executing automated test solutions....

Automation Test Engineer NEW

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 9 days ago

SPECIAL AGENT- GL-1811-10 (External - All U.S. Citizens) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified Boston, MA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) How To Apply The position...

System Test Engineer

  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newton, MA (3 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Description: We are currently looking for an ambitious Contract System Test Engineer to join our Endovascular Robotics business within Advanced Therapies....

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Salary for Test Engineer Jobs in Cambridge, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Test Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Test Engineers in Cambridge, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
24.8%
High School or GED
10.3%
Associate's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Test Engineers in Cambridge, MA
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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