Quality Assurance Engineer

Your role

You are a detail-oriented professional who accurately interprets and communicates customer specifications and industry regulations for custom-manufactured equipment while supporting turbo-expander production in an ISO-9001 manufacturing environment. You are motivated to grow your career with a world market leader in expander technology used in sustainable turbomachinery solutions, including geothermal power, waste heat to power, energy storage, solar power, and hydrogen processes. You are a proactive, self-driven team player with a positive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

The compensation range for this position is $97,564.90 to $127,510.34 annually. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Atlas Copco provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave, tuition assistance, referral bonus and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.

What you will own & improve

1. Develop and maintain Inspection and Test Plans for turboexpander projects
2. Review project specifications to ensure compliance with customer and industry requirements
3. Support manufacturing and production processes to verify requirements are followed and met
4. Create and maintain quality assurance documentation
5. Contribute to continuous improvement of the QA knowledge base
6. Support delivery of high-quality, reliable turbomachinery products and ensure compliance with industry standards

To succeed, you will need

What you already know:

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
2. Mechanical aptitude and ability to develop technical knowledge of turboexpanders Mechanical aptitude and ability to develop technical knowledge of turboexpanders
3. Strong technical writing skills
4. Familiarity with API, ASTM, ASME standards (preferred)

Physical Requirements/Essential Functions:

1. Office and manufacturing environments
2. Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and safety boots.
3. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

In return, we offer

What you will learn:

1. SAP, Enovia, Wiki, SharePoint
2. Codes, standards and specifications applicable to turbo-expanders.

This role reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor and is part of a team of six people.

Atlas Copco Mafi-Trench Company LLC is located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. We manufacture a wide range of Turbo Expanders and equipment that support sustainable resources. Locally our facility is a California Certified Green Business. Our Think GREEN Initiative has reduced our landfill impact significantly by implementing ambitious recycling programs and reduced our carbon footprint.
Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Santa Maria CA, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Atlas Copco

Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long-term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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Company: Atlas Copco Group

Functional area: Quality Location: US - United States City: Santa Maria CA On-site/remote: On-Site Brand: Atlas Copco Company Name: Atlas Copco Mafi-Trench Company LLC Date of Posting: July 1, 2026 Last day to apply: July 19, 2026