Supplier Quality Engineer

Protingent; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for an onsite role in Oak Brook, IL. The position focuses on evaluating suppliers, developing quality standards, conducting audits, and leading corrective actions to ensure product integrity.

You will collaborate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing and operations, review supplier documentation, and monitor performance trends to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.
• Experience reviewing contracts, purchase orders, procedures and other documentation for compliance to quality standards and internal procedures.
• Nuclear industry experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related quality assurance role.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as root cause analysis, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, or control plans.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with quality management systems and common business software tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on action items with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers to confirm they meet technical, quality, and process requirements.
• Develop and maintain supplier quality standards, procedures, and performance metrics.
• Lead root cause analysis, trend analysis, non-conformance activities and corrective action activities for supplier-related quality issues.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve processes, reduce defects, and strengthen product consistency.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and quality reviews as needed.
• Review supplier documentation, including inspection plans, certifications, and control methods.
• Monitor supplier performance and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and operations teams to support issue resolution.
• Support incoming inspection, nonconformance management, and containment activities when required.
• Participate in supplier development initiatives to enhance long-term quality and delivery performance.

Job description

Position Title

Supplier Quality Engineer

Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Supplier Quality Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers to confirm they meet technical, quality, and process requirements.
• Develop and maintain supplier quality standards, procedures, and performance metrics.
• Lead root cause analysis, trend analysis, non-conformance activities and corrective action activities for supplier-related quality issues.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve processes, reduce defects, and strengthen product consistency.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and quality reviews as needed.
• Review supplier documentation, including inspection plans, certifications, and control methods.
• Monitor supplier performance and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and operations teams to support issue resolution.
• Support incoming inspection, nonconformance management, and containment activities when required.
• Participate in supplier development initiatives to enhance long-term quality and delivery performance.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1.
• Experience reviewing contracts, purchase orders, procedures and other documentation for compliance to quality standards and internal procedures.
• Nuclear industry experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related quality assurance role.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as root cause analysis, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, or control plans.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with quality management systems and common business software tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on action items with attention to detail.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience conducting supplier audits or working with NQA-1-based quality systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, statistical analysis, and process capability methods.
• Experience supporting new product introductions or supplier onboarding activities.
• Professional certification in quality or related disciplines, such as ASQ certifications.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $85-120k

Location: Oak Brook, IL (Onsite)

Due to government contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residential or GC Holder only.

About Protingent

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.