Quality Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to support new product launches and process validation efforts. This role will be heavily focused on inspection, measurement, and capability analysis to ensure products meet customer and internal quality standards.

Responsibilities Include

+ Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) to support early-stage product validation and confirm initial parts meet all specified requirements.

+ Conduct capability studies and analyze process performance to ensure manufacturing processes produce consistent and reliable results.

+ Use a variety of measurement tools, including micrometers, pin gages, calipers, and CMM/Faro arm equipment, to verify part dimensions and features.

+ Support PPAP and NFAI documentation and submissions for new product introductions, ensuring all required quality documentation is complete and accurate.

+ Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to validate part compliance with dimensional and geometric requirements.

+ Work primarily on the manufacturing floor, collaborating closely with operations and production teams to address quality issues and improve processes.

+ Evaluate and implement appropriate measurement techniques for different part geometries to ensure accurate and repeatable inspection results.

+ Support process development and part validation activities, including establishing and confirming process capability during the initial months of production.

+ Validate manufacturing processes for simple and moderately complex components, such as flat plates with hole patterns, ensuring features remain within required tolerances and locations.

+ Contribute to design changes aligned with new standards and higher-efficiency products by providing quality and validation input.

+ Assist with gage and fixture-related activities, including fixture design and gage calibration support, to enable effective and efficient inspection.

+ Participate in quality system and validation work, providing feedback and recommendations to enhance overall product and process quality.

+ Collaborate on new product introduction efforts, providing high-visibility support for quality planning, measurement strategies, and validation milestones.

Skills & Qualifications

+ 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering with a strong quality focus.

+ Experience in process development and part validation, including establishing process capability.

+ Hands-on experience with inspection tools and measurement techniques, such as micrometers, pin gages, calipers, and related equipment.

+ Proficiency in performing First Article Inspections (FAI) and supporting early-stage product validation activities.

+ Experience conducting capability studies and analyzing process performance data.

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Experience with PPAP, FAI, and capability studies for new product introductions.

+ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

+ Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to assess and verify part compliance.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing measurements and documenting results.

+ Ability to work effectively on the manufacturing floor and collaborate with operations and production teams.

Nice to Have

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred)

+ Experience programming or running a CMM

+ Knowledge of Gage R&R

+ Exposure to project management or new product launches

+ Fixture design experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $53.00/hr.

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 Cleveland,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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