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Associate Sqa Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

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Metrologist

Saint Charles, IL · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

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How much do associate sqa engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate sqa engineer in Chicago, IL is $85,127.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $97,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate SQA engineer?

An associate SQA (Software Quality Assurance) engineer is an entry-level professional responsible for testing software to ensure it meets quality standards. They typically perform manual or automated testing, document defects, and work with development teams to improve software quality, often using tools like test management software and scripting languages.

What's the average associate SQA engineer salary?

The average salary for an associate SQA (Software Quality Assurance) engineer typically ranges from $50,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start lower, while those with certifications or specialized skills can earn higher wages.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sqa Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Sqa Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL are:

Quality Auditor - Radiopharmaceuticals

Chicago, IL • On-site

SQA Services
Business Management Consulting • 201 - 500 employees

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Job description

Job Description
Job Description
For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.
We’re hiring a Supplier Quality Auditor who has experience working with radiopharmaceuticals. This is a contract opportunity in which you will perform supplier quality audits at various suppliers in the Midwest. These audits are generally 1-2 days long. You are given the flexibility to accept or reject these assignments according to your own availability.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform supplier audits at various sites within your region of residence
  • Assure quality in the supply chains of various clients within the pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetics, biologics, and/or animal health industries
  • Coordinate, prepare, execute, and deliver supplier audits based on your own and the client schedule
  • Utilize your regulatory knowledge of various standards from ISO, CFR, FDA, etc…
  • Respond to the Content team in a timely manner regarding edits/questions to your audit report
  • Write audit reports in accordance with client specifications
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of hands-on audit experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, and/or biologics industries
  • Has been the lead auditor in at least 10 audits
  • Direct audit experience to 21 CFR part 210/211, EU Vol 4, and Canada GMP
  • Strong communication and writing skills
  • Proven ability to deescalate workplace conflicts effectively
  • Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
  • Willingness to travel regionally
Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct audit experience to ISO 17025, ISO 15378, IPEC GDP, ICH Q7, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 100, and/or 21 CFR 507
  • ISO certifications are a plus but not mandatory
Pay Rate:
$4100 for a 3-day audit. Includes: Time spent preparing for the audit, traveling, performing the audit, writing the report, and responding to questions from our Content team of editors and the client until the report is finalized. Does not include: Following up on CAPA for any findings or reimbursement for travel expenses - expenses are reimbursed at cost with receipts per SQA travel policy. Note that SQA helps with the preparation of the audit and proofreads all audit reports.
Note: SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.​
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