Entry Level Manufacturing Quality Engineer Jobs
New grad manufacturing quality engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on project portfolio can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Schneider Electric, and ASML hiring at this level now.
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Job ID: 13411
Location: Lincoln, Alabama, 35096
Shift: 1st Shift
Salary Range: $71,100.00 - $106,600.00
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”
We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.
If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!
Job Purpose
Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for identifying quality issues, establishing containment, developing and implementing countermeasures with speed to ensure optimal vehicle quality for our customers.
Key Accountabilities
- Perform Problem Solving / Root Cause Analysis – Complete problem-solving analysis, investigations, report writing, and containment/repair activity with speed while utilizing quality engineering principles.
- Develop Countermeasures and implement – Countermeasure with Safety, Quality, and Delivery viewpoint, based on investigation and analysis which could include a design change, a modification of a supplier part, or an in-house adjustment.
- Assure Customer Quality – Perform Data analysis on warranty claims and IQS/PQS data and work with production to improve customer quality.
- Perform Quality Auditing – Confirm Fixture and Equipment are in standard and ensure adherence to Operation standards.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant experience required.
- 0-6 years of experience based on education; co-op/internship preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of Assembly Manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of Statistical Process Controls.
- General Quality engineering principles as it relates to problem solving and analysis.
- Project Management Skills.
- Ability to work within a team environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly to multiple layers of management.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing environment where able to physically perform jobs on the assembly line. (Lifting >10lbs, walking/standing 8 hrs/day, etc).
- Flexibility to work different shifts.
- Work OT as requested (<5 hours/week).
- Travel 1-4 trips/year both domestic and international.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
Job ID: 13411
Location: Lincoln, Alabama, 35096
Shift: 1st Shift
Salary Range: $71,100.00 - $106,600.00
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”
We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.
If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!
Job Purpose
Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for identifying quality issues, establishing containment, developing and implementing countermeasures with speed to ensure optimal vehicle quality for our customers.
Key Accountabilities
- Perform Problem Solving / Root Cause Analysis – Complete problem-solving analysis, investigations, report writing, and containment/repair activity with speed while utilizing quality engineering principles.
- Develop Countermeasures and implement – Countermeasure with Safety, Quality, and Delivery viewpoint, based on investigation and analysis which could include a design change, a modification of a supplier part, or an in-house adjustment.
- Assure Customer Quality – Perform Data analysis on warranty claims and IQS/PQS data and work with production to improve customer quality.
- Perform Quality Auditing – Confirm Fixture and Equipment are in standard and ensure adherence to Operation standards.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant experience required.
- 0-6 years of experience based on education; co-op/internship preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of Assembly Manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of Statistical Process Controls.
- General Quality engineering principles as it relates to problem solving and analysis.
- Project Management Skills.
- Ability to work within a team environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly to multiple layers of management.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing environment where able to physically perform jobs on the assembly line. (Lifting >10lbs, walking/standing 8 hrs/day, etc).
- Flexibility to work different shifts.
- Work OT as requested (<5 hours/week).
- Travel 1-4 trips/year both domestic and international.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
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Entry Level Manufacturing Quality Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level manufacturing quality engineer job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or academic lab projects that demonstrate familiarity with inspection tools, measurement systems, or quality documentation. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand basic quality concepts like GD&T, control charts, or root cause analysis. A relevant engineering degree, a strong internship on your resume, and comfort with ISO or quality management fundamentals give entry level candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level manufacturing quality engineers?
Companies hiring entry level manufacturing quality engineers right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Schneider Electric, and ASML, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size manufacturers, automotive suppliers, aerospace contractors, and consumer goods producers that run structured new grad or rotational engineering programs.
Are there remote entry level manufacturing quality engineer jobs?
Yes, though most quality engineering work is floor-based and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level manufacturing quality engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve documentation, supplier quality, or data analysis work that can be done off-site. On-site roles remain the majority, especially for positions involving direct inspection or production floor support.
Are these new grad manufacturing quality engineer jobs?
Yes, listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior manufacturing quality engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or lists a degree and foundational quality skills as the main requirements rather than years on the job. Many employers actively recruit from engineering programs at this level.
Which industries hire the most entry level manufacturing quality engineers?
Entry Level manufacturing quality engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume production environments with strict regulatory or customer quality standards, creating steady demand for entry level engineers to support inspection, documentation, and continuous improvement work.