Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Quality Assurance Engineer jobs in Illinois are consistently active, concentrated in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and enterprise software, with openings from entry-level testers through senior QA architects. Chicago, the North Shore corridor, and the Chicagoland suburbs of Deerfield and Schaumburg are the primary hiring hubs, where companies like Abbott Laboratories, Baxter International, and Motorola Solutions maintain significant engineering operations. Automation testing, regulatory compliance QA, and embedded systems verification are among the most sought-after specialties across Illinois employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles158+
Top employerOSI
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring81
Work type62% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Quality Assurance Manager
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Quality Assurance Manager
Naturescape
Waukegan, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$58k - $72k/yr
201-500

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Quality Assurance Manager
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Quality Assurance Manager
Naturescape
Morton, Illinois
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$58k - $72k/yr
201-500

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Quality Assurance Program Specialist
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Quality Assurance Program Specialist
KPG99 INC
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Project Management
Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Food Safety & Quality Assurance NSIS Supervisor
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Food Safety & Quality Assurance NSIS Supervisor
Smithfield Foods
Monmouth, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$55k - $83k/yr
10,000+

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Quality Assurance Engineer
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Quality Assurance Engineer
RINA
Chicago, Illinois
Consulting & Professional Services
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$110k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Waukegan
6 jobs
North Chicago
4 jobs
Lisle
3 jobs
Aurora
3 jobs
Manteno
3 jobs
Kankakee
3 jobs
Rockford
3 jobs
Northlake
3 jobs

Quality Assurance Engineer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

OSI4 open roles
AbbVie3 open roles
Smithfield Foods3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks such as Selenium or Appium
  • Proficiency in scripting or programming languages including Python, Java, or JavaScript
  • Familiarity with FDA or ISO quality regulations for medical device or pharma environments
  • Experience working within Agile or Scrum software development teams
  • Strong documentation skills and knowledge of defect-tracking tools like Jira or TestRail

Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality assurance engineer in Illinois?

Most quality assurance engineer roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, software development, or a closely related field. Illinois does not issue a state-specific license for this role, so hiring decisions hinge on technical skills and certifications. Credentials such as the ISTQB Certified Tester or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer are widely recognized by Illinois employers and meaningfully strengthen a candidate's profile, particularly in manufacturing and regulated industries.

Which companies hire quality assurance engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring quality assurance engineers in Illinois right now include OSI, AbbVie, and Smithfield Foods, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and enterprise technology firms means QA engineers with compliance or automation experience are in particularly steady demand.

Which Illinois cities have the most quality assurance engineer jobs?

Chicago, Waukegan, and North Chicago have the most quality assurance engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago anchors demand through its large technology and financial services sectors, while suburban hubs like Deerfield, Schaumburg, and Abbott Park generate significant volume from the major pharmaceutical and medical device headquarters concentrated along the North Shore and I-90 corridor.

Are there remote quality assurance engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields. Quality assurance engineering is largely desk-based and tool-driven, making it well suited to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 38% of quality assurance engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed testing and automation work has become. Test automation, manual regression, and performance testing roles are the most commonly offered remotely.

How can I get hired as a quality assurance engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior QA role, often reached by lateral move from manual testing, technical support, or business analysis. Large Illinois employers in manufacturing and healthcare technology frequently recruit through new-grad programs and internship pipelines at universities like the University of Illinois and Illinois Institute of Technology. Building a portfolio of automated test scripts and earning the ISTQB Foundation Level certification gives entry-level candidates a concrete advantage with Illinois hiring managers.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to quality assurance engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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