A Quality Engineer is needed for a world leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives in the Washington, IL (outside of Peoria). This hands-on quality engineering role focuses on testing, analyzing, and improving machine systems through close collaboration with design and validation teams, requiring strong mechanical insight and teamwork.
location: Washington, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $31.36 - 38.57 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Research and test design, function, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.
- Develop and implement quality standards and sampling procedures.
- Create forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
- Interpret blueprints and evaluate product integrity against standards.
- Plan, set up, and execute tests on machine systems.
- Analyze test data and compile reports with improvement recommendations.
- Support experienced engineers by overseeing test setups and executions.
- Attend teleconferences with design teams for planning and documentation.
- Perform post-test analysis and report findings.
- Collaborate with Product Validation and Design Engineers.
- Communicate test results and feedback to Product Design teams.
- strong understanding of mechanical systems and dynamics.
- Experience with instrumentation (microphones, transducers, accelerometers).
- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
- Use of hand tools for assembly/disassembly.
- High initiative and strong communication.
- Team-oriented and capable of performing physical tasks (e.g., climbing machinery, wrenching).
- BS degree in Engineering (Ag or Mechanical) with exposure to NVH/Acoustics.
- 4-7 years of relevant experience.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
