Quality Engineer
$69K - $90K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: East Chicago, IN Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process ...
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Quality Engineer
$69K - $90K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: East Chicago, IN Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process ...
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Quality Engineer
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$45 - $60/hr
Quality Engineer Location : Chicago, IL (Ravenswood area) Hire Type : 1+ year long contract Hybrid - 1-2 days work from home Compensation : $45-60/hr (potentially more depending on experience ...
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Quality Engineer
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$45 - $60/hr
Quality Engineer Location : Chicago, IL (Ravenswood area) Hire Type : 1+ year long contract Hybrid - 1-2 days work from home Compensation : $45-60/hr (potentially more depending on experience ...
Quality Engineer
$73K - $94K/yr
The Quality Engineer will lead the quality management from inception to production launch and throughout production cycle according to ISO/TS 16949 quality standards. In this position the individual ...
Quality Engineer
$73K - $94K/yr
The Quality Engineer will lead the quality management from inception to production launch and throughout production cycle according to ISO/TS 16949 quality standards. In this position the individual ...
Quality Engineer
East Chicago, IN · On-site
$69K - $90K/yr
Job Purpose Quality Engineer partners with cross-functional teams and customers to develop, implement, and improve quality systems and process controls that ensure product quality, customer ...
Quality Engineer
East Chicago, IN · On-site
$69K - $90K/yr
Job Purpose Quality Engineer partners with cross-functional teams and customers to develop, implement, and improve quality systems and process controls that ensure product quality, customer ...
Quality Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$74K - $95K/yr
Quality Engineer Full-Time Fairfax, Kansas We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Quality Engineer . This role is responsible for ensuring products and processes meet high standards by designing ...
Quality Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$74K - $95K/yr
Quality Engineer Full-Time Fairfax, Kansas We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Quality Engineer . This role is responsible for ensuring products and processes meet high standards by designing ...
Quality Engineer
$90K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Location : Buffalo Grove, IL Hire Type : Direct Hire Salary : $90k-$110K/YR. Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Career Growth Opportunities Sterling ...
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Quality Engineer
$90K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Location : Buffalo Grove, IL Hire Type : Direct Hire Salary : $90k-$110K/YR. Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Career Growth Opportunities Sterling ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$80K/yr
Quality Engineer Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$80K/yr
Quality Engineer Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$73K - $94K/yr
As the Quality Engineer (QE), youwill provide quality engineering and direct customer coordination andleadership for production quality and validation of manufacturing processes.Provides ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$73K - $94K/yr
As the Quality Engineer (QE), youwill provide quality engineering and direct customer coordination andleadership for production quality and validation of manufacturing processes.Provides ...
Quality Engineer
Hanover Park, IL · On-site
$71K - $131K/yr
We have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will report to the site Quality Manager and will aid in providing leadership for the Quality team in the ...
Quality Engineer
Hanover Park, IL · On-site
$71K - $131K/yr
We have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will report to the site Quality Manager and will aid in providing leadership for the Quality team in the ...
Quality Engineer
Hanover Park, IL · On-site
$71K - $131K/yr
We have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will report to the site Quality Manager and will aid in providing leadership for the Quality team in the ...
Quality Engineer
Hanover Park, IL · On-site
$71K - $131K/yr
We have an opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Hanover Park, IL team. You will report to the site Quality Manager and will aid in providing leadership for the Quality team in the ...
Quality Engineer
$80K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Glendale Heights, IL Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Glendale Heights, IL. Interested candidates should have at least two ...
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Quality Engineer
$80K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Glendale Heights, IL Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Glendale Heights, IL. Interested candidates should have at least two ...
Quality Engineer
Glendale Heights, IL · On-site
$110K/yr
Quality Engineer Glendale Heights, IL Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Glendale Heights, IL. Interested candidates should have at least two ...
Quality Engineer
Glendale Heights, IL · On-site
$110K/yr
Quality Engineer Glendale Heights, IL Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Glendale Heights, IL. Interested candidates should have at least two ...
Quality Engineer
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
Quality Engineer
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
Quality Engineer
$90K - $110K/yr
Title : Senior Quality Engineer Location : Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Hire Type : Direct Hire Salary : $90k-110k/yr. Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Life Insurance, Tuition ...
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Quality Engineer
$90K - $110K/yr
Title : Senior Quality Engineer Location : Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Hire Type : Direct Hire Salary : $90k-110k/yr. Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Life Insurance, Tuition ...
Quality Engineer
Wheeling, IL · On-site
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
Quality Engineer
Wheeling, IL · On-site
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
Quality Engineer
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
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Quality Engineer
$89K - $97K/yr
The Quality Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for internal quality matters related to the technical tube product line. This role is responsible for leading thorough investigations into ...
Quality Engineer
Valparaiso, IN · On-site
$61K - $79K/yr
Summary The Quality Engineer is responsible for leading the Disassemble, Inspect, and Advising (DIA) process for heavy blast furnace equipment within the Valparaiso workshop. This role evaluates worn ...
Quality Engineer
Valparaiso, IN · On-site
$61K - $79K/yr
Summary The Quality Engineer is responsible for leading the Disassemble, Inspect, and Advising (DIA) process for heavy blast furnace equipment within the Valparaiso workshop. This role evaluates worn ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$73K - $94K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, IllinoisCoilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are seeking ...
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Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$73K - $94K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, IllinoisCoilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are seeking ...
Quality Engineer
$73K - $94K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, Illinois Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are ...
Quality Engineer
$73K - $94K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, Illinois Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$65K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, Illinois Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are ...
Quality Engineer
Cary, IL · On-site
$65K - $110K/yr
Quality Engineer Location: Cary, Illinois Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. We are ...
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See Chicago, IL salary details
$46.4K - $53.3K
1% of jobs
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$74.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$74.1K - $81K
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The median wage is $83.9K / yr.
$81K - $87.9K
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$87.9K - $94.9K
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How much do quality engineer quality engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality engineer quality engineer in Chicago, IL is $86,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,200.00 and $95,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Quality Engineer Quality Engineer vs Quality Inspector?
| Aspect | Quality Engineer | Quality Inspector |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Engineering degree, certifications like ASQ CQE | High school diploma or equivalent, sometimes certifications |
| Work Environment | Design, development, process improvement | Inspection, testing, and verification |
| Industry Usage | Manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics | Manufacturing, production lines, quality control |
Quality Engineers focus on designing processes and improving quality systems, while Quality Inspectors primarily perform inspections and testing to ensure products meet standards. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.
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Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Quality Engineer Quality Engineer job openings:
Quality Engineer
East Chicago, IN
Sterling Engineering Inc.
$69K - $90K/yr
Full-time
Retirement, PTO
Posted 3 days ago
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Job description
Title: Quality Engineer
Location: East Chicago, IN
Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacation, 401K, etc.
Target Salary: $100,000-120,000
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: up to 20% annual bonus
Mon-Fri, 7am-4:30pm; 50 hrs/wk on average
At least 50% travel to East Chicago, IL / Sidney, NE / Mojave, CA
Job Summary: Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and customers to improve product quality and manufacturing processes. This role will use quality engineering tools, data analysis, auditing, and structured problem-solving methods to resolve quality issues, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement.
Job Duties:
- Partner with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to identify and resolve product and process quality issues
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions related to customer concerns, audit findings, and manufacturing issues
- Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Control Plans, process flows, inspection methods, testing requirements, procedures, and other quality documentation
- Analyze quality and manufacturing data using SPC, process capability studies, Pareto analysis, control charts, and other statistical tools
- Support APQP, PPAP, MSA, Gauge R&R, process validation, and equipment/process qualification activities
- Conduct internal process and quality system audits and support customer and third-party audits
- Support new product launches and manufacturing process changes to ensure quality requirements are incorporated
- Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance to improve process capability, reliability, and overall manufacturing performance
- Lead or participate in continuous improvement, Lean, and Kaizen initiatives
- Maintain quality records and communicate with customers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field
- Quality engineering or manufacturing quality experience within an industrial manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and process controls
- Working knowledge of AIAG Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA/FMEA, MSA, and SPC
- Experience with structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DMAIC, and Pareto analysis
- Experience with statistical analysis, process capability, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.