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Resident Engineer

Grahamsville, NY

$100K - $128K/yr

We believe construction services are more than project delivery, they're about safeguarding quality ... In the role of Resident Engineer , we'll count on you to: * Perform complex construction ...

Resident Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$187K - $212K/yr

Resident Engineer Reports to: Project Manager Technical Responsibilities: - Responsible for ... General Qualities: - Strong written and oral communication skills to lead the construction ...

Resident Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$112K - $143K/yr

Conducts on-site technical monitoring, field issue review, construction quality oversight, and progress validation. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Resident Engineer | Construction Engineering ...

Resident Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$187K - $212K/yr

Resident Engineer Reports to: Project Manager Technical Responsibilities: - Responsible for ... General Qualities: - Strong written and oral communication skills to lead the construction ...

Resident Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$112K - $143K/yr

Conducts on-site technical monitoring, field issue review, construction quality oversight, and progress validation. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Resident Engineer | Construction Engineering ...

Resident Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$187K - $212K/yr

Resident Engineer Reports to: Project Manager Technical Responsibilities: - Responsible for ... General Qualities: - Strong written and oral communication skills to lead the construction ...

Resident Engineer

Carteret, NJ · On-site

$145K - $195K/yr

... quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients. Artheon is seeking experienced Resident Engineers to support current and future transportation and infrastructure construction ...

Resident Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$97K - $124K/yr

The Resident Engineer will serve as the client's on-site representative and primary point of ... Quality Assurance & Oversight * Manage inspection to oversee activities to ensure work conforms to ...

Resident Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$97K - $124K/yr

The Resident Engineer will serve as the client's on-site representative and primary point of ... Quality Assurance & Oversight * Manage inspection to oversee activities to ensure work conforms to ...

Resident Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$102K - $130K/yr

CKL Engineers, LLC is seeking a Resident Engineer to join our growing team in Chicago ... If you're a leader passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure projects to improve our ...

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How much do quality resident engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality resident engineer in the United States is $116,743.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,000.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quality resident engineer?

Quality Resident Engineers are professionals who act as on-site representatives between a supplier and a customer, focusing on ensuring that products meet quality standards and requirements. They monitor manufacturing processes, inspect products, address quality issues, and facilitate communication between both parties. Their goal is to quickly resolve quality concerns, prevent defects, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role is common in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing where supplier-customer quality collaboration is critical.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a quality resident engineer?

To thrive as a Quality Resident Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, quality management systems, and problem-solving methodologies, often supported by a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Six Sigma, FMEA, root cause analysis, and proficiency in using quality inspection equipment and software are typically required. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills help you collaborate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring product quality, resolving issues efficiently, and maintaining strong partnerships between manufacturers and customers.

How does a quality resident engineer typically collaborate with both the client and the manufacturing team?

A Quality Resident Engineer serves as a crucial link between the client and the manufacturing team, ensuring that quality standards and client requirements are consistently met. They regularly communicate with clients to address concerns, clarify specifications, and report on quality metrics. On the production floor, they work closely with engineers, operators, and quality assurance staff to identify root causes of issues and implement corrective actions. This dual collaboration helps maintain high product standards and fosters strong client relationships.

What is the difference between Quality Resident Engineer vs Quality Control Engineer?

AspectQuality Resident EngineerQuality Control Engineer
CertificationsPE, CQE, or equivalentCQE, Six Sigma, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentOn-site, overseeing construction qualityLaboratory or site inspections, testing
ResponsibilitiesEnsures construction meets quality standards, reviews plansPerforms inspections, tests materials, identifies defects

While both roles focus on quality assurance, the Quality Resident Engineer primarily oversees construction quality on-site, ensuring compliance with standards and plans. The Quality Control Engineer concentrates on testing materials and inspecting processes to identify defects. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments but differ in scope and daily tasks.

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What states have the most Quality Resident Engineer jobs?

States with the most job openings for Quality Resident Engineer jobs include:

Infographic showing various Quality Resident Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,743 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Quality Resident Engineer / Automotive Liaison - Part-time

TRIGO

Seneca, SC

$20 - $22/hr

Part-time

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Job description

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is seeking a Quality Resident Liaison/Automotive Representative

Seneca, SC

Part-time / 20 hours per week

$20- 22/hour

This job is key for the success of TRIGO's Quality Resident Engineering business, so the following objectives should be accomplished to the highest feasible standards to avoid the official claims from the customer mainly through preventive actions as well as corrective ones. Preferred experience with casting ideally in automotive setting.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure customer satisfaction - technical support of the customer, customer support in quality issues and promotion of contracted customer's reputation.
  • Build a tight and solid professional relationship with customer at plant level.
  • Be identified as the contracted customer's representative, qualified to deal with customer production issues. Get customer credibility through fulfilled commitments.
  • Ensure an open and straight communication line between OEM and the contracted customer.
  • Suggest improvements to both OEM and contracted customer.
  • Immediately analyze problems at OEM's facility to find the proper solution (and avoid claim) and inform affected production plants to take appropriate corrective actions. Proactive channeling of information on existing claims to the Plant to perform the analysis and solve them.
  • Provide continuous feedback to the customer about the status and evolution of existing claims as soon as possible.
  • Participate in the customer meetings, as required.
  • Seek continuous feedback, formal and informal, of customer satisfaction degree about our product and service.
  • Audit regularly how the customer handles our products.
  • Keep him/herself trained and updated on technical and quality related specifics and business topics through regular meetings and visits to contracted partner's.
  • Be aware of and transmit to his/her TRIGO Resident liaison Manager any project or initiative taken by our competitors.
  • Report on a regular basis (defined by the supervisor) to the dedicated contracted partner's team or contact partner.
  • Participate on any prototype, pre-serial builds or line trials, launch support and engineering changes at Customer as needed.
  • Reports to the TRIGO Country Resident Manager internally and to the defined contacts externally.
  • Involvement in customer requirements concerning technical changes, technical support of the customer.
  • Representation of contracted partner and the interest of the customer
  • Coordinate repair and/or Sorting activities on site. Starting any sorting or rework activity must be executed only based on written confirmation by the contracted client.

Required Skills

  • Strong Mechanical Skills
  • Excellent Communication Skills, Both written and verbal
  • Strong in process and process controls
  • Identify and implements Standardized Work
  • Process and Product audits experience
  • Shipping and Receiving knowledge.
  • Strong personality able to give direction and lead teams.
  • Sequencing and of automotive parts (preferred)
  • Tier 1 experience (preferred)

Personal Skills

  • Ability to deal with pressure and ambiguous situations.
  • Eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
  • Self-motivated/Self-Starter.
  • Strong integrity, used to act as company's rep.
  • Able to build a long-term win-win patterns with client.
  • Communication a plus with excellent problem solving and customer relationship skills: Problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to be/work on call at any time.

About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions

Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted