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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$115K - $144K *

Champion quality excellence by leading product lifecycle initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance, and driving risk-based improvements while ensuring compliance with regu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by tackling complex challenges in product engineering. Join a dynamic team where your innovative solutions will shape the future of recruiting technology and drive impactful outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$133K - $183K *

Elevate business performance by leading strategic projects that streamline processes, drive growth, and enhance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to design and quote engineered solutions, collaborating with customers to meet their technical needs while mentoring peers and enhancing product quality through innovative practice...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us as a Process Engineer, optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency for new data center projects. Collaborate across teams to implement solutions that drive productivity...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$239K - $298K *

Oversee the development of a new engineering function, shaping its technical direction and enhancing GTM strategies through collaboration with cross-functional teams, while leading a small team of eng...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of a new engineering function. Shape technical strategies, enhance GTM workflows, and drive innovation with a hands-on approach while collaborating acr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Discover a pivotal role in shaping the future of our engineering function. Lead a small team to enhance our GTM engine, integrating product and marketing efforts while driving innovation in technology...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Champion the development of a new engineering function, shaping technical strategy and building dependable systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance GTM workflows and leverage AI for improved outco...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Oversee and enhance quality management systems, driving improvements in processes and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction while leading initiatives for...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with development teams to create test plans, identify automation opportunities, and enhance product stability, ensuring a seamless retail experienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $132K *

Champion product innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, support marketing efforts, and ensure customer satisfaction through technical expertise and docume...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform infrastructure quality assurance by validating server performance and deployment integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing of containerized applications and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Optimize testing processes and collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and reliability. Contribute to the development of automated solutions and ensure compliance with regulatory stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes using lean and six sigma methodologies. Drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and compliance while collaborating cross-functiona...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive supplier development initiatives to enhance quality and productivity. Collaborate with internal and external teams to assess and improve supplier performance, ensuring compliance with corporate...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in ready-mix concrete by leading teams, optimizing mix designs, and driving sustainability initiatives to enhance product performance and reduce costs across oper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and sustainability in ready-mix concrete. Lead QA/QC initiatives, optimize mix designs, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring compliance across m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$81K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and enhance manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and quality improvements. Lead cross-functional projects that optimize capacity and reduce costs while implementi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $171K *

Shape the future of medical devices by leading quality engineering for new product introductions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving process improvements in a dynamic, collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing quality control processes globally. You will implement standards, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing glass recycling practices and operational excellence. Drive projects to enhance quality, productivity, and sustainability while collaborating with site leadership to imple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $109K *

Empower the future of Quality Management Systems by leading digital transformation and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and efficiency in Quality proce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $175K *

Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead validation and compliance efforts for medical device software, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while driving quality and innovation in a fast-paced environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.