Quality Engineer | Madison, SD

JOB SUMMARY

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. Employees 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.

As a Quality Engineer, you will:

• Lead quality initiatives throughout the manufacturing process to ensure products meet customer, company, and regulatory requirements
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection procedures, quality standards, and corrective actions to drive continuous improvement
• Analyze quality data, customer complaints, and process performance to identify root causes and prevent recurring issues
• Partner with engineering, production, sourcing, suppliers, and leadership teams to improve product quality and manufacturing effectiveness
• Support Quality Management System activities, documentation control, supplier quality, and lean manufacturing efforts
• Work collaboratively 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
• Experience in manufacturing or metrology processes preferred
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles and implementation techniques
• Experience performing and interpreting Gage R&R studies and Measurement System Evaluations (MSE)
• Understanding of Six Sigma methodologies and Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Familiarity with APQP, FMEA, and PPAP processes
• Ability to investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Experience developing inspection plans, quality procedures, and documentation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical report-writing skills
• Ability to lead, train, and mentor quality technicians and inspectors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across manufacturing, engineering, sourcing, and supplier teams
• Ability to support occasional travel as needed
• 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

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $34.62–$40.38/hour

Engineer II: $38.46–$44.23/hour

Engineer III: $43.27–$49.04/hour

Senior Engineer: $46.63–$53.85/hour

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

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.

Our unique company culture blends talent, technology, and flexibility. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and assignments aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing Education Support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Madison, SD.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 20261071

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support