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Quality Engineer Quality Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Quality Engineer

East Chicago, IN · On-site

$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 ...

Sterling Engineering Inc.

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 ...

LARSEN MANUFACTURING LLC

Quality Engineer

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$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 ...

AMBE Engineering LLC

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 ...

Spirax-Sarco Engineering

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 ...

Spirax-Sarco Engineering

Quality Engineer

Cary, IL

$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 ...

Pentair

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 ...

Pentair

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 ...

Technical People

Quality Engineer

Glendale Heights, IL

$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 ...

Technical People

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 ...

Wieland

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 ...

Wieland

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 ...

Wieland

Quality Engineer

Wheeling, IL

$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 ...

SMS group Inc

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 ...

Coilcraft

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 ...

Coilcraft

Quality Engineer

Cary, IL

$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 ...

Coilcraft

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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As of Sep 1, 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?

AspectQuality EngineerQuality Inspector
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications like ASQ CQEHigh school diploma or equivalent, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, process improvementInspection, testing, and verification
Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronicsManufacturing, 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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Infographic showing various Quality Engineer Quality Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,572 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Quality Engineer

Sterling Engineering Inc.

East Chicago, IN • On-site

$69K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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.