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A 260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer, or QA Engineer, is responsible for determining production standards for a company’s products by establishing quality control systems and setting product requirement rules. Their duties include identifying the specifications for an ideal product, determining an appropriate level of variation and monitoring quality assurance rates.

260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer duties and responsibilities

Quality Engineers help create solutions as part of an engineering team. They work to find defects, determine the causes of those defects and provide solutions to defected problems. The 260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer has several other duties and responsibilities, some of which include:

  • Determining quality improvement factors
  • Implementing methods to inspect, test and evaluate the reliability of manufacturing processes, products and production equipment
  • Making sure processes adhere to quality standards
  • Preparing reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data
  • Working in accordance with deadlines for delivery of products or software

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Example 1

Are you a driven Quality Engineer seeking a new and exciting opportunity? Are you looking to grow and develop your skills further with new challenges? Do you want great pay and benefits while also having a good work/life balance? Then we want YOU!

About Us: Haydon, Kerk and Pittman are three world class Ametek brands that supply advanced linear and rotary motion solutions to a diverse mix of global customers. We are recognized as a leading manufacturer of brushed and brushless DC motors, stepper motor based linear actuators, precision Acme lead screw and anti-backlash nut assemblies, linear rail and guide systems, gearmotors, drives and complete custom automation sub-systems.

What will you do?

You will be responsible for assisting in and directing the investigation and resolution of quality-related supplier, production, manufacturing, and design-related problems. You will act as the customer s advocate when customers have detected quality problems.

On any given day, your responsibilities would include:

  • Responding to day-to-day design, production, and customer quality issues related to production lines
  • Resolving production problems associated with process errors, non-conforming parts, and design problems
  • Assisting with the application and monitoring of established inspection procedures and methods. Compiling, tabulating and summarizing data for analysis and preparing and offering constructive input relative to variables and deviations from prescribed standards of quality.
  • Reviewing manufacturing instructions for completeness, correctness, and comprehension by assembly personnel
  • Assisting in ensuring that quality assurance specifications are met by engineering, manufacturing, and other involved functions

    You are a great fit if you have the following skills:

  • Bachelor s degree in a related engineering field (ME, EE, IE) or equivalent
  • 3-5 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment; experience with electromechanical devices a strong positive
  • Proficiency in reading and understanding various technical documents such as blueprints, material specification sheets, etc.
  • Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001 standards
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, problems, and ideas to various levels within the organization
  • Working knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma tools DMAIC problem solving, PPAP, DFMEA, DOE, SPC, GR&R, CPk, etc.

    Why join our team?

    Ametek offers competitive pay and a great benefits package including:

  • Excellent medical/dental/vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement

    Come join our team! Apply now!

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Location: One location

    • Example 2

    The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for management of supplier metrics, support interaction with suppliers to resolve issues, and perform supplier assessments. This position will work closely with our QA lab on incoming inspections, FAI s, and nonconforming material handling to drive continuous improvement with our supply chain.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Actively participates in root cause analysis on failures
  • Track supplier response to deliverable milestones, evaluate supplier response, provide feedback to supplier, and ensure closure of 8D
  • Collects, organizes, monitors, and distributes information related to supplier quality and process improvement functions
  • Ensure that procedures and work instructions are documented according to corporate and ISO standards
  • Evaluating new potential suppliers by conducting a Rapid Plant Assessment (RPA) audit
  • Evaluating program award supplier s PFMEA and Control plan to confirm that key characteristics and in process controls are well defined and effective
  • Advocate for assuring products are designed for manufacturing
  • Clear definition of product quality requirements
  • Identification of key dimensional characteristics for FAI approval
  • Provide recommendations for specification(s) revision as determined by data
  • Improve and engage suppliers in the First Article Inspection process (FAI) to support product revisions and new product launch
  • Perform and report supplier audits
  • Develop supplier continuous improvement plans to drive improved PPM scores
  • Provide supplier quality performance input to support the ACS supplier performance scorecard
  • Promote dock to stock program that leverages suppliers process controls and Quality Management System (QMS) to minimize Zeiss incoming inspection
  • Review and approve deviation requests from suppliers.

    Experience and Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor s degree in engineering or related discipline
  • ASQ Supplier Auditing and/or ASQ Supplier Certification or equivalents preferred
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Quality Engineering or working with Quality Systems required
  • The successful candidate must have strong computers skills, working knowledge of MS Office applications and advanced knowledge of MS Excel
  • Ability to work with a wide range of technical, sales, manufacturing, management personnel and business process owners globally.
  • Interpersonal and negotiating skills necessary to build effective working relationships
  • Proven ability to effectively lead cross functional teams and perform root cause analysis.
  • Six Sigma certification preferred
  • SAP Experience including QM module preferred

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Maple Grove, MN 55369: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • Quality audits: 3 years (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • Six Sigma Certification Location: Hybrid remote in Maple Grove, MN 55369

    • Example 3

    HEICO is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer (Aviation Required) for an immediate full time direct hire role in Hollywood, FL.

    Overview:

    The Senior Quality Engineer (Aviation) is responsible for product quality planning, evaluation and control. This role works cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that regulatory as well as Quality Management System (QMS) compliance is maintained.

    Keywords: Reverse Engineering, Quality Management Systems, FAA Regulations, Corrective Actions, Source Inspections, Supplier Relations

    Responsibilities:

  • Develop/review quality inspection and test plans for new product development as well as legacy production parts.

  • Contribute to manufacturing/quality expertise to design reviews for new product development, supplier changes, product changes and/or improvements for legacy production parts.

  • Perform reviews of first article inspections as well as provide documentation for new product development, dormancy and supplier changes of legacy production parts.

  • Coordinate the review and resolution of non-conformances, liaising with internal stakeholders as well as suppliers to develop, implement & monitor corrective/preventative action (CAPA) plans.

  • Work collaboratively within and across cross-functional teams with minimal supervision

  • Responsible for Supplier Recurrent Approvals, Source Inspections and Audits.

  • Participate in internal audits of the QMS.

    Requirements:

    Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) / Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) / Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) is a plus.

    Experience:

  • Minimum of 7-15 years of experience in a Quality Engineering role, with at least 3 years in the Aerospace/Aviation industry.

  • Must have a strong quality technical background with familiarity in Quality Management Systems, AS9100/ISO9001, FAA regulations, as well as inspection and manufacturing processes/procedures.

  • Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and CAPA tools.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday



    Ability to Relocate:
  • Hollywood, FL 33021: Relocate before starting work Location: In person

    • Example 4

    Elite Fasteners, Inc., an ISO 9001:2015 registered leading manufacturer of cold headed and cold formed fasteners for over 35 years, is seeking a dependable, sales professional at our facility in Rockford, IL.

    *Experience in Fastener Industry Required*

    General Responsibilities:

    Work with all current department managers to supprot the following:
  • Develop, establish, and maintain relationships at multiple levels (engineers, purchasing, & leadership) with current and prospective customers.
  • Responsibility for commercial leadership, management, and business development activities with assigned customer accounts. This may include:
  • Technical skills required to provide customer technical product/print direction
  • Contract management/negotiation skills required for review of legal documents submitted from customers.
  • Research es/orders and collaborate with teammates
  • Discuss known issues with customer prior to or during production
  • Create informative, timely, and well written internal and external reports
  • Communication of changes at the customers level.
  • Professional, concise, and factual customer correspondence.
  • National travel as necessary to support customers requirements.

    Required Experience & Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years prior technical experience.
  • Knowledge of a variety of manufacturing processes connected with fasteners
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Outlook.

    Preferred Experience:
  • Academic and/or practical computer-aided design (CAD) training and/or experience.
  • Fastener technical experience.
  • Quoting experience.
  • Inside/Outside sales background

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $54,475.82 - $85,605.29 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



    Application Question(s):
  • Do you have experience in the Fastener Location: In person

    • Example 5

    About us

    MTC Corporation is a medium business in Manufacturing. We are professional and agile.

    Our work environment includes:
  • Modern office setting
  • Food provided


    Metalcrafters Transparencies and Composites - MTCcorp. has an immediate opening for a qualified Quality Engineerto join our team!

    MTCcorp. is a full-service manufacturer of composite and metallic components for Aerospace & Defense as well as Automotive and General Industrial applications. In addition, we are a leader in the production of tempered and laminated glass for aircraft windshields. MTCcorp. manufactures metallic, composite and glass components for Aerospace & Defense and is AS-9100D certified and ITAR registered.

    Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

  • Provide engineering support to operations ensuring consistent application of quality techniques
  • Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system.
  • Resolve quality issues of capability and materials related issues.
  • Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audits finding reports and determine proper corrective and preventive actions.
  • Effectively communicate and reinforce commitment to quality improvement efforts Determine when process stability and capability studies should be performed on existing processes. Review and analyze results. Recommend changes to processes based upon findings and perform follow up to verify effectiveness.
  • Participate in the planning activities to determine appropriate use of existing and new measurement systems during new tool or process design and startup.
  • Facilitate and promote use of appropriate problem solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action. -
  • Knowledge in Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques/principles.
  • Apply appropriate use of statistical techniques.
  • Determine and apply appropriate Measurement System Analysis tools.
  • Systems Management -Recommend and implement enhancements to the quality system that result in improved corporate quality performance, increased customer satisfaction, and/or simplification of processes to reduce costs.
  • Ensure readiness for all internal and external quality audits.
  • Develop the annual audit plan, train internal audit team members, perform necessary duties as Lead Internal Auditor and provide ongoing communication/reporting of results.
  • Participate in quality reporting and management review process.
  • Assist Quality manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system.
  • Assist Quality manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system.


    Education / Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
  • Proven experience in quality engineering or a similar role
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision
  • Proficient in using quality tools and software
  • Commensurate with experience, certifications and skill-set.


    We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans. As a Quality Engineer, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization by ensuring the highest level of product quality. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.

    Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience to be considered for this position.

    MTCcorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift



    Experience:
  • Quality improvement: 3 years Location: In person

    • Example 6

    Job Description:
    The Quality Engineer II will be responsible for the execution and tracking of daily production support activities regarding all aspects of product quality for the Branchburg NJ site.
    Major activities include, but are not limited to:

  • Quality engineering support for project-related activities including line extensions, SKU development, process improvements, etc.
  • Act as in internal consultant to various departments and teams for current interpretation of GMP/ISO/QMS.
  • Review equipment validations to support ad-hoc limited qualifications, new equipment qualifications, equipment and facility requiring re-qualifications, calibrations, etc. Ensure appropriate qualifications activities are performed and documented in compliance with GMPs, GTPs, and GDPs. Review and approve validation documents in an electronic equipment maintenance documentation system.
  • Review and approve documents under Change Control ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, GTP, and regulatory standards such as ISO13485, 21CFR820, ISO14971, etc.
  • Support the Risk Management process throughout all quality system elements such as Design Control, Product Surveillance, Field Action, etc. Update risk management file documents as needed.
  • Provide Quality support for product quality manufacturing issues ensuring compliance with applicable regulations/standards as well as providing sound technical guidance.
  • Provide guidance and direction on Client and CAPA investigations. Complete NCRs, CAPAs, and ECOs as required including risk assessments.

    Key duties and responsibilities: Describe Scope:

  • Provide quality guidance on technical and compliance for all project deliverables
  • Review and approve validation documents in electronic equipment maintenance documentation system.
  • Provide quality guidance for technical and compliance for all project deliverables
  • Complete CAPAs/Client's/ECO's as required
  • Review and approve documents under Change Control ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, GTP, and regulatory standards such as ISO13485, 21CFR820, ISO14971, etc
  • Support the Risk Management process throughout all quality system elements such as Design Control, Product Surveillance, Complaints, NCRs, Field Action, etc. Update risk management file documents as needed.
  • Perform product impact / risk assessments for non-conformances, CAPAs, ECOs. Etc.

    Job Types: Contract, Full-time

    Pay: $49.16 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour Location: In person

    • Example 7

    Position Summary:

    The Quality Engineer assists in the implementation and maintenance of all quality system requirements including APQP, PPAP, customer concerns and customer visits, gauging, process control plans, supplier issues, IATF 16949 elements, customer specific requirements.

    Primary Responsibilities:

  • Establish and implement process control plans to include capability studies, gage repeatability and reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies.
  • Provide quality related documents to the manufacturing floor, including control plans, control cards, visual aids and work instructions.
  • Monitor production floor processes for conformance to control plans and customer requirements which includes fit, function, reliability, durability and reappearance criteria.
  • Participate in Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP).
  • Prepare and submit Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages ensuring all elements are met per customer requirements.
  • Develop and implementation of SPC activities, including originating objectives, goals and time tables, and implementing new techniques as they become available.
  • Perform capability studies on new jobs and in other situations where they are needed.
  • Participates in and performs Layered Process Audits (LPA) per plan.
  • Ensures Housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintained.
  • Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
  • Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement including Lean.
  • May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.
    Education and Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 4-year College or University Degree in Business, Quality, Engineering or related field preferred.
  • 2 - 3 years' experience in a Quality related role, preferably in the automotive industry.
  • Ability to solve complex problems and exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to support and/or lead root cause analysis, disciplined problem-solving and decision-making processes.
  • Proven leadership, interpersonal skills and personal development skills.
  • Experience in a variety of basic operation disciplines: Manufacturing, Quality, Process / Tooling and Shop Floor Supervision.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Work Environment/Work Conditions:

  • Work time will be spent in a standard office environment with manufacturing plant exposure.
  • Temperature and noise may vary depending on external environmental conditions.
  • Lack of attention and carelessness may result in personal injury to self or others.
  • Personal protective equipment is required on the production floor.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Spartanburg, SC 29304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • ISO 9001: 1 year Location: One location

    • Example 8

    Job Title : Manufacturing Quality Engineer-Medical Device

    Location : Temecula, CA (Onsite)
    Duration : 8+ Months (With possible Extension)

    Knowledge of Medical Device manufacturing & CAPA preferred but not required

    Description:

    The purpose of this position is to initiate medical device quality assurance activities. These activities must be in accordance with FDA Quality System Regulation, ISO13485 and other international standards.

    This position will also support device complaint investigation and failure analysis as required.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Develop incoming inspection processes and document incoming inspection activities. Provide in-process QA support to include inspection and document review.

    Complete final acceptance activities. Manage the sterilization process, including validations and product sterile loads.

    Track nonconforming material and lead Material Review Board (MRB) efforts. Interface and take lead QA role in interactions with suppliers, contractors and consultants that supply components, subassemblies and contract processing. Lead complaint investigations on returned product. Manage corrective action and quality improvement activities.

    Manage aspects of internal quality system relating to receiving inspection, calibration, MRB, etc.

    Assist in the performance of quality system internal auditing. Support quarterly management review meetings. Establish, monitor and evaluate quality system metrics.

    Job Types: Full-time, Contract

    Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Yes

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Temecula, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

    • Example 9

    *
    Job Description

    Materion's Quality Engineer will be actively involved with customers and the QMS, with the aim of meeting or exceeding quality objectives and improving customer satisfaction.

    You will have the opportunity to:
  • Lead projects with continuous improvement and/or corrective action teams.

  • Lead structured problem-solving activities (e.g. 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa) to resolve customer complaints, audit findings, or customer returns in a timely manner that prevents reoccurrence.

  • Participate in frequent customer interactions for the purposes of regular business update meetings, reporting, issue resolution, and cooperative continuous improvement opportunities that improve our products and increase customer satisfaction.

  • Develop, report, and take action to improve metrics related to quality (i.e. cost of poor quality, customer complaints, product non-conformances, etc.).

  • Own the process for recurring QMS systems such as the PCCB (Process Change Control Board), customer complaint process, CAR management, or others.

  • Drives quality improvements by working with Operations and Process Engineering to implement effective quality planning tools, measurement systems, sampling plans, statistical techniques, or other process controls.

    Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree (metallurgy, material science, chemistry or chemical engineering degree preferred)

  • 4+ years of experience in a Quality-related role required.

  • Quality theory knowledge equivalent to Six Sigma black belt certification (or similar practical experience).

  • Preferred experience includes auditing, quality theory, project management, and materials science.

    The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

    The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Milwaukee, WI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:
  • ISO 9001: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Manufacturing Environment: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Quality assurance: 3 years Location: One location
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    What does a Quality Engineer do?

    Quality Engineers are typically employed at companies and organizations that develop physical or digital products. They’re involved with the process of product design and development, creating protocols for production teams to follow that result in high-quality products. The role of a 260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer is to implement effective quality controls, teach production staff how to use them and supervise outcomes. Quality Engineers design automated testing systems and quality control workflows to improve the efficiency of the quality assurance process. They collect data about instances of product errors and investigate possible solutions by troubleshooting the manufacturing or design process.

    260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer skills and qualifications

    Quality Engineers should have a variety of practical skills for their position. The main skills and qualifications of a 260131504quality engineer21.34engineer8.78quality7.47manufacturing engineer5.3quality assurance4.9523375722856929000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY1698258672025-09-012025-09-302025-08-012025-08-312025-10-05Quality Engineer are as follows:

    • Strong knowledge of relevant software, quality assurance methods, tools and quality manufacturing processes
    • Math skills
    • Communication skills
    • Knowledge of the organization’s product
    • Attention to detail
    • Analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Ability to handle stress

    Quality Engineer salary expectations

    A Quality Engineer makes an average of $76,835 per year. Salary may depend on level of experience, education and geographical location. Common benefits for this role include health insurance, relocation assistance and a 401(k).

    Quality Engineer salary expectations

    2025-09-0129000.0086642.03174000.00YEARLY
    • Common salary: 86642.03 YEARLY
    • Typical salaries range from 29000.00 - 174000.00 YEARLY
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    *Indeed data – 2025-09-01

    Quality Engineer education and training requirements

    The minimum educational requirement for Quality Engineers is a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, with a master’s degree being beneficial for job growth. Quality Engineers also need certification as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), which includes training in quality management systems, leadership and management, customer relations, communication skills and supplier management.

    Quality Engineer experience requirements

    Quality Engineers need 8 or more years of quality engineering experience before they can have senior-level roles. Having a master’s or bachelor’s degree can substitute for some experience: a bachelor’s degree can act as a substitute for 4 years of experience, and a master’s degree can act as a substitute for 5 years of experience.

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