Quality Engineer Jobs in Hillside, IL

A Quality Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering industry, primarily being responsible for ensuring the quality of processes and products in production. They develop and implement quality control systems, oversee the analysis and inspection of products, and identify and eliminate defects for the highest level of customer satisfaction. They also work to enhance the efficiency of production and reduce costs. They are significantly involved in the development and optimization of inspection processes, the analysis of quality cost problems, or the setup of quality control parameters when launching a new product.

Important skills for a Quality Engineer include statistical analysis, proficiency in auditing and quality testing, an understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes, and strong problem-solving abilities. They should ideally have a Six Sigma Certification or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential. Prior to becoming a Quality Engineer, one could serve roles such as a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, or Process Engineer, which help provide a solid foundation in quality control and process improvement needed in the Quality Engineer role.

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Supplier Quality Engineer 3

  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Six Sigma Green or Black belt preferred....

Product Validation Engineer, I

  • Lincolnshire, IL (22 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (22 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Remote Work: No Overview: At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic...

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Naperville, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Supplier Quality Engineer SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES : The Supplier Quality Engineer shall provide quality support to production operations, ensuring the integrity of components and products purchased...

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Bolingbrook, IL (14 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (14 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Supplier Quality Engineer SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Supplier Quality Engineer shall provide quality support to production operations, ensuring the integrity of components and products purchased...

Manufacturing Quality Engineer II

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer Level II, youll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team....

Staff Manufacturing Quality Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 3 days ago

As a Staff Manufacturing Quality Engineer, youll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team....

Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer professional to join our team....

Antenna Test Engineer

  • Roselle, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Roselle, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago

test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc....

Sr. Principal Antenna Test Engineer

  • Roselle, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Roselle, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago

test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc....

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (24 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Lead Supplier Quality Engineer Company: GE Aerospace Location: Barrington, IL Date Posted: 4/11/25, 4:57 AM Job Description Summary Are you ready to see your future take flight?...

Remote Work

Facility Validation Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Validation Engineer This position is responsible for providing technical support to Engineering and Validation teams for facility and utility system qualification. The individual must have the...

Senior Validation Engineer with Pharmaceutical and cleaning validation expertise in Mount Prospect, IL on W2 basis

  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Validation Engineer : Pharmaceutical experience, ideally with cleaning validation expertise. From the manager. For the validation role, I would love to get someone with cleaning validation...

Quality Engineer II - AS400/Java (Supply Chain)

  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in a technical quality assurance role (to include academic experience and/or internships) OR High school / GED and at least...

Design Quality Engineer III

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 8 days ago

As a Design Quality Engineer III, youll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team....

Supplier Quality Engineer

  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hillside, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Have you ever used the self-checkout in a Vending Machine? Played the slots at a Casino? Maybe you grabbed a drink from a vending machine or paid to park your car? If you've answered with a...

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Quality Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...
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Quality Engineer - Supplier Quality Evaluation & Management
Every organization wants to purchase and procure the best products for its business interests and customers. This is where its quality engineers play a vital role. Aside from performing tasks...

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Salary for Quality Engineer Jobs in Hillside, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Quality Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Quality Engineers in Hillside, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
34.8%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Engineers in Hillside, IL
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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