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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$95K - $115K *

Advance vehicle structure validation through finite element analysis, guiding design and performance predictions. Collaborate globally to enhance analytical capabilities and improve design quality whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing innovative integration solutions for vehicle requirements. Collaborate with leaders and peers to enhance design processes, ensuring high-quality project completion...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Oversee comprehensive test engineering efforts for IT systems, ensuring effective evaluation and reporting. Collaborate with teams to develop methodologies and execute tests, driving innovation and ef...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $186K *

Explore a pivotal role in aerospace manufacturing, leading complex engineering projects, optimizing processes, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and drive continuous...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance quality assurance operations by leading a team to ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. Collaborate across functions to support manufacturing, drive continuous improvement, and...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards by building and leading a robust quality function. Drive manufacturing excellence through innovative systems, continuous improvement, and effective problem-solving, ensuring...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive quality excellence by building and leading a robust quality function, establishing systems, and enhancing manufacturing processes to support growth and customer satisfaction across multiple site...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive quality, cost, and schedule targets while ensuring safety and production standards are met. Foster collaboratio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $91K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by managing nonconformance, conducting audits, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance product integrity and performance. Drive continuous improv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Advance software development processes by optimizing quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and ensure compliance with industry standards while provi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Optimize product development by leading engineering projects, managing schedules, costs, and specifications while collaborating with global teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance healthier...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards by leading a dynamic team to enhance compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across departments, ensuring exceptional product quality and customer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $131K *

Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $142K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product excellence by collaborating with R&D and cross-functional teams to drive quality standards in new product development for surgical devices, enhancing patient safety...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $158K *

Analyze and enhance product reliability through rigorous testing, evaluations, and statistical methods. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop fault detection strategies and ensure compliance w...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $140K *

Champion the future of filtration product validation by leading test protocols, collaborating across teams, and driving innovative solutions in product development. Your expertise will enhance quality...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$62K - $119K *

Explore innovative solutions as an Electrical Engineer II, collaborating in multidiscipline teams to design and develop test systems for advanced technologies, ensuring project success through technic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $87K *

Lead quality engineering initiatives by designing scalable automation frameworks and driving AI-enabled testing practices. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality delivery and implement modern...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $174K *

Champion quality assurance by leading cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability. Drive testing strategies, oversee release readiness, and ensure adherence to QA standards while balancing l...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize the QA team to ensure comprehensive software testing, defect management, and process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality excellence by leading strategic initiatives to enhance product standards and customer satisfaction across multiple regions, driving continuous improvement in quality management system...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $224K *

Lead the Electromagnetic Engineering Effects (E3) team to analyze, test, and verify EMI/EMC requirements, ensuring compliance and performance across various systems while mentoring junior engineers an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Engage in advanced Electromagnetic Engineering Effects (E3) analysis, supporting system engineering and testing. Collaborate on EMI/EMC, Lightning, and Shielding projects, ensuring compliance and deli...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $115K *

Join a team that leads custom-engineered projects, ensuring technical coordination and customer communication from contract through delivery. Balance engineering judgment with strong client relationsh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $115K *

Manage custom-engineered projects from award to delivery, ensuring compliance with specifications and coordination among teams. Leverage engineering judgment and customer skills to meet project scope...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.