Quality Engineer Jobs

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.

What Quality Engineers Do

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Industries and Career Paths

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.

Find Quality Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$82K - $172K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality for critical defense programs, overseeing quality management throughout the lifecycle, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving compliance with industry...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Unlock quality assurance excellence by leading engineering initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing product reliability for critical Army programs. Collaborate with teams to driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure high-quality stan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $134K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support for chemical and physical analyses. Collaborate with experts to troubleshoot and enhance laboratory processes, ensuring compliance with safety and ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Help us drive quality excellence by leading supplier issue resolution, analyzing non-conformance data, and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust sol...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Transform quality assurance processes by driving improvements and fostering collaboration across teams. Leverage data analysis and supplier relationships to enhance factory operations and ensure compl...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading quality assurance initiatives, resolving supplier issues, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Lead the charge in ensuring supplier quality and compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production performance and reduce cost...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $129K *

Lead innovative R&D projects in automotive systems, managing resources and timelines while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality and compliance as you lead critical testing activities, ensuring adherence to standards while collaborating with teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfaction in a dy...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Engage in comprehensive vehicle testing and validation, focusing on performance metrics and advanced driving systems. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and document findings...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by enhancing equipment reliability and driving continuous improvement initiatives across steel production and environmental systems. Collaborate with teams to implement corrective act...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $135K *

Contribute to quality excellence by managing supplier evaluations, conducting failure analyses, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive conti...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$73K - $102K *

Grow as a quality consultant driving non-conformance management and continuous improvement initiatives in aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality an...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by ensuring our products meet high standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to test APIs, SDKs, and real-time integrations, while building automation for fas...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive new product development and enhance cust...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower quality excellence by leading supplier development initiatives, resolving production issues, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality initiatives by leading supplier development efforts, resolving production issues, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $161K *

Join us to ensure the highest quality standards for our FDA-cleared AI clinical platform. Collaborate across teams to drive software design quality, manage regulatory compliance, and enhance post-mark...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $125K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives by developing and maintaining evaluation systems, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with standards to enhance product reliability and per...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $119K *

Elevate quality assurance through innovative engineering solutions and collaboration with production teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and continuous improvement in manufacturing proc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $152K *

Contribute to quality assurance efforts by executing software testing, analyzing data, and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative Agile environment to ensure optimal functionality for military...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $216K *

Advance your career by leading Quality Engineering initiatives that enhance organizational quality. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with quality standards t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engineer and execute testing, configuration, and commissioning of protection and control systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in Grid Automation projects while collaborating with mult...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and release manufacturable mechanical designs for high-performance metal components, ensuring quality and efficiency from concept through production...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.