Quality/Test Engineer 3

Actalent; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Decatur, IL seeks a Quality/Test Engineer 3 to lead corrective actions for customer and internal quality events, champion end-to-end built-in quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The role collaborates with manufacturing and engineering teams, manages customer relationships, and uses structured problem-solving to enhance product reliability and process performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 57 years of experience in quality engineering.
• Experience leading quality improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Experience in customer-facing quality roles, including internal and external relationship management.
• Ability to develop and deliver training materials on quality control activities.
• Capability to work across multiple quality domains such as process control, product evaluation, reliability, metrology, automated testing, or software-related quality.
• Professional approach with the capability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead timely emergency, interim, and permanent corrective actions for customer and internal quality events.
• Act as an ambassador, coach, and sub-workstream lead for end-to-end built-in quality.
• Lead quality improvement projects utilizing Office 365 tools to track actions, analyze data, and communicate progress.
• Support internal continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, implementing solutions, and monitoring results.
• Manage internal and external customer contact and relationships with manufacturing engineering teams to address quality concerns and expectations.
• Exercise a variety of quality tools and techniques, including Six Sigma and 8D methodologies, to investigate and resolve issues.
• Devise sampling procedures and design and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Establish programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment, testing systems, measurement tools, analytical equipment, and facilities.
• Write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities to build capability within the organization.
• Specialize in areas of quality control engineering as needed.
• Direct workers engaged in measuring and testing products and in tabulating data.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Quality engineering

CAD

Office 365

Blueprint reading

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

CAD

Job description

Job Title: Quality/Test Engineer 3 Job Description The Quality/Test Engineer 3 researches and tests the design, functionality, and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes to develop and uphold robust quality standards. This role leads corrective actions for customer and internal quality events, champions end-to-end built-in quality practices, and drives continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer collaborates closely with manufacturing and engineering teams, manages internal and external customer relationships, and applies structured problem-solving methodologies to enhance product integrity, reliability, and overall operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead timely emergency, interim, and permanent corrective actions for both customer and internal quality events, collaborating across disciplines to resolve issues effectively.
• Act as an ambassador, coach, and sub-workstream lead for end-to-end built-in quality, promoting a strong quality culture across the organization.
• Lead quality improvement projects utilizing Office 365 tools to track actions, analyze data, and communicate progress.
• Support internal continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, implementing solutions, and monitoring results.
• Manage internal and external customer contact and relationships in partnership with manufacturing engineering teams to address quality concerns and expectations.
• Exercise a variety of quality tools and techniques, including Six Sigma and 8D methodologies, to investigate and resolve issues.
• Devise sampling procedures and design and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production equipment, testing systems, measurement tools, analytical equipment, and facilities.
• Write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities to build capability within the organization.
• Specialize, as needed, in areas of quality control engineering such as design, incoming materials, process control, product evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software, research and development, or administrative applications.
• Direct workers engaged in measuring and testing products and in tabulating data related to materials, product, or process quality and reliability.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports to assess product integrity and compliance with standards.
• Ensure good working knowledge and application of quality standards and manufacturing operations in daily activities.
• Lead teams effectively through structured problem-solving, ensuring adherence to corrective and preventive action plans.
• Drive compliance with established processes and foster a culture of continuous improvement across operations.

Essential Skills

• Strong creativity, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Basic leadership and mentoring skills to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Previous experience with computer applications and engineering-related software, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).
• Good working knowledge of quality standards and manufacturing operations.
• Experience applying 8D or similar structured problem-solving techniques in a manufacturing environment.
• Good working knowledge of engineering, design, manufacturing, and maintenance processes.
• Excellent proficiency in Office 365 applications with strong focus on data analysis.
• Good verbal, influencing, and numerical skills with the ability to lead teams effectively through problem solving.
• Strong ability to motivate, influence, and drive compliance and continuous improvement across teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 57 years of experience in quality engineering.
• Experience leading quality improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Experience in customer-facing quality roles, including internal and external relationship management.
• Ability to develop and deliver training materials on quality control activities.
• Capability to work across multiple quality domains such as process control, product evaluation, reliability, metrology, automated testing, or software-related quality.
• Professional approach with the capability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Work Environment

The role operates in a manufacturing and engineering-focused environment that emphasizes built-in quality and continuous improvement. The Quality/Test Engineer 3 works closely with manufacturing engineering teams, production personnel, and internal and external customers, often collaborating on the shop floor and in office settings. The position uses a variety of tools and technologies, including Office 365 applications for analysis and reporting, Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, measurement and testing equipment, and analytical instruments to evaluate product and process quality. Work involves interpreting technical drawings and reports, directing testing activities, and participating in structured problem-solving sessions. The environment encourages teamwork, data-driven decision-making, and ongoing development of quality practices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Decatur, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr. 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. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 18, 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.

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