Quality Engineers help organizations deliver products and services that meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and performance standards. They identify risks, investigate defects, improve processes, and build systems that support consistent quality. Explore vetted Quality Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and level, but often include developing quality plans, analyzing production and service data, conducting audits, leading root-cause investigations, and coordinating corrective and preventive actions. Quality Engineers may also partner with design, manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and customer teams to prevent problems and improve reliability.
Employers commonly seek experience with quality management systems, process improvement, statistical analysis, risk assessment, and technical documentation. Familiarity with standards and tools relevant to the industry—such as ISO requirements, Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, or root-cause analysis—is frequently valuable. Communication and collaboration skills are important for influencing teams and translating findings into practical improvements.
Quality Engineers work across manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, technology, pharmaceuticals, and other regulated or quality-focused sectors. Career paths may lead to senior or principal engineering positions, quality management, supplier quality, reliability engineering, or broader operations leadership.
Search Ladders for vetted Quality Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industry requirements, and experience levels to find roles that align with your expertise and career goals.
Principal DCIM - Controls Build Quality Engineer (CBQE)
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Lead the charge in overseeing system integrators and project management, ensuring quality and performance across all phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive standardization and risk mitigation...
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Sr Sourcing Manager - Supplier Quality Engineering - Forgings
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Empower your career with a dynamic role in Supplier Quality Engineering, focusing on aerospace forgings. Drive supplier quality improvements, manage audits, and implement best practices while collabor...
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Shape the future of security engineering by implementing robust controls, enhancing monitoring, and driving risk management initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and operational e...
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$117K - $189K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of pharmaceutical quality by leading compliance initiatives and building a robust Quality Management System to support innovative therapies in a dynamic, collabor...
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Federal Senior Product Analytics Engineer
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Unlock your potential as a key resource in power plant consulting, focusing on generator engineering. Collaborate with industry leaders to deliver innovative solutions while enjoying a flexible remote...
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Transform airport infrastructure by leading design projects, preparing engineering reports, and collaborating on innovative solutions in a dynamic aviation environment. Drive your career forward with...
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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
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Remote Mid-Level PMO Quality Analyst (VA ESOM)
$90K - $105K *
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Quality & Regulatory Technology & Innovation - Remote
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Senior Software Engineer - Commercial Navigation
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What does a Quality Engineer do?
A Quality Engineer develops and improves processes that help ensure products or services meet defined standards. Work may include audits, data analysis, risk assessments, defect investigations, and corrective actions.
What qualifications are commonly required for Quality Engineer jobs?
Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles seek a relevant engineering or technical background, experience with quality systems and process improvement, and skills in data analysis, documentation, and problem-solving.
Which industries hire Quality Engineers?
Quality Engineers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, medical devices, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and technology, as well as other sectors where reliability, safety, or regulatory compliance matters.
What tools and methods are useful for Quality Engineers?
Commonly valued methods include root-cause analysis, FMEA, statistical process control, Lean, Six Sigma, and auditing. The specific tools and standards vary by role and industry.
How can I find Quality Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse vetted Quality Engineer openings on Ladders and review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements. Filter opportunities to focus on roles that match your qualifications and goals.