Quality Engineer

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer in Denver, CO to lead the quality department and ensure strict adherence to QMS standards in a growing advanced manufacturing environment. You will partner with engineering, production, and supply chain to drive quality improvements and CAPA actions.

The role emphasizes ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 compliance, GD&T, CMM inspections, and ERP-driven quality data management. On-site work in Denver offers exposure to aerospace/industrial components and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of quality experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.
• Experience with audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with Zeiss equipment and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality department and ensure compliance with all quality management processes and procedures.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve the QMS in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop quality personnel to build a high-performing quality team.
• Establish and maintain inspection methods, acceptance criteria, and quality standards for products and processes.
• Utilize CMM, Zeiss equipment, and precision measuring tools to perform and validate inspections.
• Drive CAPA for internal issues, customer complaints, and audit findings.
• Manage nonconforming product processes, including documentation, disposition, and follow-up actions.
• Support and lead internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and closure of audit findings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Use ERP systems to document, track, and report quality data, nonconformances, and corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and SPC.

Skills

Quality leadership

ISO 9001 knowledge

AS9100 knowledge

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management/Engineering

Tools

Zeiss equipment

CMM

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer leads the quality department and ensures full compliance with all quality management processes and standards. This role develops, implements, maintains, and continually improves the Quality Management System (QMS), while partnering closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership teams to ensure products meet customer requirements and industry standards. The Quality Engineer also drives root cause analysis and corrective actions, manages nonconforming product processes, and supports continuous improvement initiatives in a growing, advanced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality department and ensure compliance with all quality management processes and procedures.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100 requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop quality personnel to build a high-performing quality team.
• Establish and maintain inspection methods, acceptance criteria, and quality standards for products and processes.
• Utilize coordinate measuring machines (CMM), Zeiss equipment, and precision measuring tools to perform and validate inspections.
• Interpret and analyze engineering blueprints and apply GD&T principles to ensure dimensional accuracy and product conformance.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) for internal issues, customer complaints, and audit findings.
• Manage nonconforming product processes, including documentation, disposition, and follow-up actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support and lead internal and external audits, including preparation, execution, and closure of audit findings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Use ERP systems to document, track, and report quality data, nonconformances, and corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and statistical process control activities.
• Analyze technical information, inspection results, and process data to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Communicate quality performance, issues, and improvement plans clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Contribute as a key member in a growing operation, supporting facility expansion and the introduction of new processes and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of quality experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.
• Experience with audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with Zeiss equipment and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
• Ability to interpret and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools for dimensional inspection.
• Experience with AS9100 quality management systems.
• Experience managing nonconformance reports (NCR) and related processes.
• Experience using ERP systems in a manufacturing or quality environment.
• Hands-on experience with CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
• Strong root cause analysis skills and familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze technical information and make sound decisions.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ASQ certification such as CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), CQM/OE (Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence), or a related credential.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and tools.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC).
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and structured problem-solving frameworks.
• Experience in data center, electrical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Interest in working with high-impact components and advanced inspection technologies.
• Desire to contribute as a key member of a growing operation during facility expansion.

The role operates in an advanced manufacturing environment focused on high-impact aerospace, defense, or industrial components. You will work closely with precision machining operations and use advanced inspection equipment, including Zeiss coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and precision measuring tools. The environment emphasizes robust quality systems such as ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100, supported by ERP platforms and data-driven quality processes. You will collaborate daily with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams in a setting that values continuous improvement, lean practices, and statistical process control. The facility is in a growth phase, offering exposure to new equipment, processes, and expansion projects, and providing opportunities to become a key contributor to the overall operation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.