{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"51acc33f0ca2054e800ce8d5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/51acc33f0ca2054e800ce8d5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/51acc33f0ca2054e800ce8d5","title":"Quality Engineer","description":"COMPANY OVERVIEW\nQuality Engineer | Madison, SD\nApplied 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.\nInnovation, 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.\nAward Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits\nRelocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support\nBENEFITS AND PERKS\nApplied 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.\nOur 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.\nIn addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:\nCompetitive salary\n401K retirement plan\nPaid time off and paid holidays\nTuition reimbursement\nMedical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options\nPaid overtime\nFlexible work schedule\nEmployees working in Madison, SD, have a short commute from Wentworth, Colman, Chester, Humboldt, Montrose, Dell Rapids, Flandreau, Nunda, Ramona, Oldham, Arlington, Brookings, Volga, Sinai, Howard, Canova, Salem, Trent, Garretson, Hartford, and Baltic, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.\nESTIMATED PAY RANGE\nEngineer I: $34.62–$40.38/hour\nEngineer II: $38.46–$44.23/hour\nEngineer III: $43.27–$49.04/hour\nSenior Engineer: $46.63–$53.85/hour\nFinal compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.\nJOB SUMMARY\nAs a Quality Engineer in Madison, SD, you will:\nDrive quality control methods, procedures, and equipment to ensure consistent product quality\nImplement inspection standards for materials, products, and processes throughout manufacturing\nIdentify quality issues, maintains inspection records, and supports corrective action efforts\nManage non‑conforming material activities including containment, rework, and release\nAnalyze customer complaints and internal failures to determine root causes and implement corrective actions\nSupport quality assurance personnel and ensures alignment with quality goals and timelines\nConduct process capability studies and measurement system analyses to support problem‑solving\nPrepare data‑driven quality reports using statistical analysis\nCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to support production capabilities and continuous improvement\nWork efficiently with suppliers and Applied partners\nContribute 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\nApply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation\nQUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering\nExperience in manufacturing or metrology processes preferred\nAbility to supervise quality assurance personnel and guide quality procedures\nStrong knowledge of Statistical Process Control, including performing and interpreting Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R) studies or measurement system evaluations\nFamiliarity with Six Sigma tools including Design of Experiments\nWorking knowledge of APQP, FMEA, and PPAP methodologies\nProficiency with document software such as Google Workspace or Microsoft Office\nSKILLS AND VALUES\nCapable of working independently and as a team member\nStrong work ethic and unwavering integrity\nExcellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset\nCuriosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking\nEffective verbal and written communication\nDesire to work on a variety of projects\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Madison, SD and the greater Madison metro area.\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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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.\nInnovation, 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.\nAward Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits\nRelocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support\nBENEFITS AND PERKS\nApplied 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.\nOur unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. 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