Quality Engineering Manager Jobs

Quality Engineering Managers lead the people, processes, and technology that help organizations deliver reliable products and services. They build quality strategies, guide engineering teams, and partner across product, development, manufacturing, and operations to prevent defects and improve performance. Explore vetted Quality Engineering Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Quality Engineering Managers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and company, but commonly include defining quality standards, managing test and inspection programs, strengthening quality systems, and using data to identify risks and improvement opportunities. Managers may oversee software testing and automation, product validation, supplier quality, manufacturing processes, or regulatory compliance. They also coach team members and communicate quality results to senior stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience leading quality engineering or quality assurance teams, along with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include test automation, statistical process control, root-cause analysis, continuous improvement, risk management, quality management systems, and relevant industry standards. A degree in engineering or a related field is common; certifications and specialized experience may also be valued.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Quality Engineering Managers work across software and technology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and other industries where reliability and compliance matter. The role can lead to senior quality leadership, director-level positions, or broader operations and engineering leadership careers.

Find Quality Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, and responsibilities to find a position that matches your leadership experience and quality engineering expertise.

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$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance by leading a skilled team, enhancing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet stringent product specifications and customer needs...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives to uphold standards across construction projects, ensuring compliance and effective program implementation while collaborating with subcontractors and vendors for o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$114K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer quality experiences by acting as the Voice Of the Customer. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive quality improvements and ensure product reliabili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing engineering projects to enhance guest experiences and protect assets in a dynamic hote...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in R&D by leading product development and mentoring engineers. This role emphasizes organizational growth, technical excellence, and collaboration to elevate engi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes for precision medical devices. Utilize your engineering expertise to lead projects, improve quality, and drive operational excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team through complex financial landscapes. Collaborate cross-functionally to make strategic decisions while driving technical credibility and team perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming financial technology by leading engineering in complex environments. You'll drive cross-functional collaboration, deepen technical expertise with AI, and develop high-p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of automated QA frameworks, driving quality engineering practices across product teams. Your hands-on expertise will enhance product reliability and streaml...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$65K - $115K *

Lead geotechnical projects, conducting field investigations and analyses. Collaborate with a skilled team to prepare design recommendations, manage costs, and ensure project success across residential...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of project management by leading technology initiatives, ensuring optimal performance, and achieving organizational goals through strategic planning and communication with stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact capital projects and engineering staff. Drive innovation and efficiency at our manufacturing facility while ensuring compliance with CGMP and ISO standards. Emp...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Empower teams to enhance product quality by developing and implementing assurance programs. Collaborate with management to address manufacturing challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by ensuring system designs meet quality standards and best practices. Leverage your expertise in systems engineering and project management to drive innovative solutions that enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer quality assurance in system and software projects by defining targets, conducting audits, and managing risks. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliverables meet customer expecta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead a team focused on software quality initiatives, bridging customer needs with engineering excellence. Drive improvements, establish best practices, and ensure high-quality software solu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead a team to enhance software quality initiatives, ensuring high-quality solutions through collaboration with engineering and customer support. Drive continuous improvement and establish best practi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform customer needs into manufacturable products by leading engineering projects, ensuring quality and cost targets are met while collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions on tim...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality assurance systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement in laboratory processes to boost accuracy and custo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$91K - $120K *

Drive quality assurance and compliance for GxP computerized systems, ensuring data integrity and regulatory adherence throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $120K *

Drive quality assurance and compliance for GxP computerized systems, ensuring data integrity and regulatory adherence throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize failure analysis processes by developing tests and diagnostics for silicon and system-level issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and enhance lab workflows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$139K - $196K *

Lead the charge in managing complex cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and driving decision-making for successful program execution from concept to commercialization...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leading the enterprise testing strategy, enhancing quality engineering practices, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure reliability and consistency in complex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Quality Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Quality Engineering Manager leads quality teams and programs, establishes standards and processes, analyzes performance data, and works with other departments to prevent defects and improve product or service reliability.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Quality Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for engineering or related education, experience in quality engineering or assurance, and a record of leading teams. Skills such as root-cause analysis, risk management, continuous improvement, and knowledge of relevant quality systems are often useful.

  • Which industries hire Quality Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Common employers include companies in software and technology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, electronics, and manufacturing.

  • How much do Quality Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Quality Engineering Manager opportunities.

  • What career paths can follow a Quality Engineering Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced managers may advance to senior quality leadership or director roles, or move into broader engineering, operations, compliance, or organizational leadership positions.