Quality Engineer

Applied Engineering•Madison, SD

1d•$35 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Madison, SD as a Quality Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from Madison and beyond to apply. Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better. Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
Experience in manufacturing or metrology processes preferred
Ability to supervise quality assurance personnel and guide quality procedures
Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control, including performing and interpreting Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R) studies or measurement system evaluations
Familiarity with Six Sigma tools including Design of Experiments
Working knowledge of APQP, FMEA, and PPAP methodologies
Proficiency with document software such as Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Capable of working independently and as a team member
Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
Effective verbal and written communication
Desire to work on a variety of projects

Responsibilities

Drive quality control methods, procedures, and equipment to ensure consistent product quality
Implement inspection standards for materials, products, and processes throughout manufacturing
Identify quality issues, maintains inspection records, and supports corrective action efforts
Manage non‑conforming material activities including containment, rework, and release
Analyze customer complaints and internal failures to determine root causes and implement corrective actions
Support quality assurance personnel and ensures alignment with quality goals and timelines
Conduct process capability studies and measurement system analyses to support problem‑solving
Prepare data‑driven quality reports using statistical analysis
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support production capabilities and continuous improvement
Work efficiently with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Wentworth, Colman, Chester, Humboldt, Montrose, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Nunda, Ramona, Oldham, Arlington, Brookings, Volga, Sinai, Howard, Canova, Salem, Trent, Garretson, Hartford, and Baltic, and the greater Madison community
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation