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Quality Engineer

Holdrege, NE ยท On-site

$86K - $111K/yr

SUMMARY As directed by the Quality Engineering Manager, Quality Engineer II is accountable for supporting new product development and/or product sustaining activities through the application of ...

Quality Engineer

Shelbyville, TN ยท On-site

$61K - $79K/yr

Quality Engineer Location : Shelbyville Overview of Role: The Quality Engineer is the primary on-site Quality representative at the Tennessee manufacturing facility, responsible for ensuring process ...

Quality Engineer

Lake View Terrace, CA ยท On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Quality Engineer Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered ...

Quality Engineer

Sylmar, CA ยท On-site

$90K - $120K/hr

Quality Engineer Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered ...

Quality Engineer Are you a Quality Engineer ready to take your career to new heights? We have an exciting opportunity waiting for you! Zing Recruiting, is in partnership with a prominent client in ...

Quality Engineer

Springfield, MA ยท On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

This Quality Engineering role is an exceptional opportunity for a Quality Career professional to join an organization with a commitment to quality from the top down, every employee is working on ...

Quality Engineer

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Our team is looking for a Quality Engineer to join them. You will report to the Quality Engineer Lead and will have an onsite work structure in Chatsworth, CA . To be considered for the Quality ...

Quality Engineer

Reisterstown, MD ยท On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Our client is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership across raw-material, internal-production, supplier, and customer quality processes. The role focuses on reducing Cost of Poor ...

Quality Engineer

Tualatin, OR ยท On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Ascentec Engineering is seeking a Quality Engineer to support our Machining and Integrated Assembly divisions. In this role, you will help ensure the highest quality standards are maintained ...

Quality Engineer

Bethlehem, PA ยท On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

Quality Engineer - Strategic CustomerPosition Summary The Quality Engineer - Strategic Customer is responsible for providing dedicated Quality Engineering support for one of the organization's key ...

Quality Engineer

Wheeling, IL ยท 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

Britton, SD

$68K - $88K/yr

Quality Engineer US-SD-Britton Job ID: 2026-3448 of Openings: 1 Category: Quality Horton, Inc. Overview Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Quality Engineer to work at our Britton, South Dakota ...

Quality Engineer

Reisterstown, MD ยท On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Our client is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership across raw-material, internal-production, supplier, and customer quality processes. The role focuses on reducing Cost of Poor ...

Quality Engineer

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Our team is looking for a Quality Engineer to join them. You will report to the Quality Engineer Lead and will have an onsite work structure in Chatsworth, CA . To be considered for the Quality ...

Quality Engineer

Wheeling, IL ยท 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

Elberton, GA ยท On-site

$75K/yr

Quality Engineer (Zing) Zing Recruiting , in partnership with a leading automotive manufacturing company in the Elberton, GA area, is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join their growing ...

Quality Engineer

Macon, GA ยท On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

We are seeking a Quality Engineer for our First Quality Baby Products site located in Macon, GA. This position will be responsible for providing leadership for quality-assurance support on assigned ...

Quality Engineer

Spartanburg, SC ยท On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring product and process conformity, reducing variation, preventing defects, and driving continuous improvement across production ...

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How much do quality engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality engineer in the United States is $84,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the work of a quality engineer?

A quality engineer is responsible for developing and implementing quality control processes to ensure products or services meet specified standards. They analyze data, perform inspections, and collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues, often using tools like Six Sigma or ISO standards. Their work helps improve product reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction.

How does a quality engineer typically collaborate with other departments to ensure product quality?

Quality Engineers work closely with cross-functional teams such as manufacturing, design, and supply chain to uphold product standards. They often participate in team meetings, review process documentation, and coordinate root cause analyses with engineers and operators. Effective communication and proactive problem-solving are key, as they must ensure that quality requirements are clearly understood and implemented throughout each stage of production. This collaborative approach not only helps resolve issues quickly but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

What is a quality engineer?

A quality engineer ensures that the products manufactured by a company are meeting company and government quality control standards. As a quality engineer, your responsibilities include assessing and developing quality assurance protocols, examining products for compliance, and training teams to follow your policies. You also record data regarding production to track quality and produce the documentation need to communicate concerns throughout the company. The American Society for Quality (ASQ) regulates the profession and offers a path to become a certified quality engineer (CQE).

What is the difference between Quality Engineer vs Quality Technician?

AspectQuality EngineerQuality Technician
ResponsibilitiesDesigning quality systems, process improvements, root cause analysisInspecting products, conducting tests, recording quality data
Required SkillsAnalytical skills, problem-solving, knowledge of quality standardsAttention to detail, testing procedures, data collection
CertificationsASQ CQE, Six SigmaASQ CQPA, basic quality certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice, manufacturing plants, cross-functional teamsManufacturing floors, labs, inspection stations

Quality Engineers focus on developing and improving quality systems and processes, while Quality Technicians primarily perform inspections and tests to ensure product quality. Both roles are essential in maintaining standards, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Engineer, you need a solid grounding in engineering principles, quality assurance methodologies, and a relevant degree such as in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Six Sigma, ISO standards, statistical process control (SPC), and quality management systems (QMS) is typically required, and certifications like CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you identify issues, collaborate with teams, and drive continuous improvement. These skills ensure that products and processes consistently meet standards, minimize defects, and enhance overall operational efficiency.

How much do quality engineers earn?

Quality engineers typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $90,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Salaries can increase with certifications like ASQ CQE or Six Sigma, and those working in manufacturing or technology sectors often have higher compensation.
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Infographic showing various Quality Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,039 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Quality Engineer

embecta

Holdrege, NE โ€ข On-site

$86K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

embecta is a global medical device company with a 100-year legacy in insulin delivery and diabetes care. Driven by innovation, purpose, and a commitment to improving lives, we are expanding our portfolio of solutions to serve even more patients, healthcare providers, and communities around the world.
SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:
As directed by the Quality Engineering Manager, Quality Engineer II is accountable for supporting new product development and/or product sustaining activities through the application of Quality engineering skills for medical devices. For New Product Development activities, this person will handle projects and tasks, from product inception through product launch and maintenance and play an active role in the processes to ensure products meet quality standards consistent with both Corporate and unit policies, while meeting all design control and other regulatory requirements. For Sustaining Product activities, this person will understand, improve, and control operational processes to realize predictable product flow while satisfying established embecta standards of quality.
Successful performance requires close work with quality management, operations, suppliers and/or embecta associates to assure compliance with all embecta quality policies, procedures, and practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
ยง Support the plant on assigned product initiatives with technical expertise and determine associated resource needs to accomplish project goals.
ยง Provide critical quality engineering direction to Project Pearl with respect to generally accepted quality engineering tools/principles, such as root cause analysis, FMEAs, risk mitigation, validation, DOE/other process improvement tools, measurement and measurement systems analysis, sampling, and control plans.
ยง Applies moderate level application of technical principles, theories, concepts, techniques, and quality sciences / tools.
ยง Develops solutions to routine problems of moderate scope.
ยง Maintain alignment to company quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles. Make basic procedural updates.
ยง Demonstrates working knowledge of applicable regulatory, Corporate and/or Unit requirements.
ยง Is an extended team member representing Site Quality on product development projects and a team member for sustaining engineering projects.
ยง Establishes a strong working relationship with all levels of operations to appropriately monitor and analyze in-process inspection, process control activity, waste and reject rates, PM compliance, environmental control, and customer complaint levels to take a lead role in identifying and documenting continuous improvement projects.
ยง Approve protocols and reports for all validation and change control activities to ensure compliance to established procedures.
ยง Utilize Lean and Six Sigma problem solving methods, data analysis tools and techniques to support department validation efforts around continuous improvement.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
ยง B.S. degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanic) or similar
ยง 3+ Years Quality experience including Validation and Quality Engineering responsibilities.
ยง Certified Quality Engineer and Certified Quality Auditor (preferred).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
ยง Demonstrate success with statistical and problem-solving methodologies.
ยง Excellent knowledge of the principles for Quality Engineering and Quality management as related to validation process on medical devices.
ยง Strong understanding of failure analysis, test methods and engineering tolerances.
ยง Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
ยง Proficient with Minitab or other statistical software, MS Word, Excel, and MS project.
ยง Six Sigma Certification Desired.
ยง ASQ CQE
ยง Working knowledge of 21CFR820, ISO 13485.
ยง Project Management experience.
embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.