Quality Engineer Jobs in Connecticut
Quality Engineer jobs in Connecticut concentrate in aerospace and defense, precision manufacturing, medical devices, and biopharmaceuticals, with strong demand at every level from entry-level quality technician to senior quality systems lead. The largest hiring hubs are Hartford, New Haven, and Shelton, where employers like Pratt & Whitney, Medline Industries, and Alexion Pharmaceuticals maintain major operations. The most sought-after specialties include ISO 9001 quality management systems, AS9100 aerospace compliance, and validation engineering for regulated industries. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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BH Job ID: BH-5387-4
SF Job Req ID: Supplier Quality Engineer
Job title: Supplier Quality Engineer III
Location: Bentleyville, PA
About Us
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.
Job Overview:
The Supplier Quality Engineer III works under limited supervision, responsible for performing a variety of duties efficiently with high-quality results. The Supplier Quality Engineer will be expected to perform duties as Supplier Quality Engineer and Quality Engineer.
Responsibilities:
- Works under limited supervision to complete tasks in an efficient timeframe with high quality.
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain government security clearance.
- Expected to be able to obtain DOD clearance in a reasonable amount of time after being hired.
- Read new customer contracts and conduct (commercial and DOD) a peer review of new contracts from a quality / compliance standpoint. ?Review the flow down of customer’s coded notes / standard clauses, that speak to quality requirements.
- Compile order control folders to collect required documentation for (lot/heat, NDE and Inspection) certification document retention requirements
- Verifies material certificates of conformance are provided and accurate.
- Scan and file certificates of conformance on the network using approved file structure.
- Receive certificates of conformance and material certifications into database.
- Process Quality Notifications for non-conforming material, working with Buyer and Planner to obtain replacement part and/or vendor debit
- Detailed writing and issuing of Quality Non-Conformances, Including Root Cause – Corrective Action requests.
- First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation
- Will work closely with engineering and assembly teams to troubleshoot problems, determine root cause, and create corrective and preventative actions.
- Conduct final inspection on all packages to ensure compliance with the customers’ requirements
- Process SAP Warehouse Management and Inventory Management transactions accurately.
- Place material in storage location in accordance with SAP Warehouse Management location.
- Keeps an organized work area by performing various housekeeping and maintenance functions following 5S philosophies.
- Follows all safety rules and regulations, environmental regulating procedures and utilizes required safety equipment when appropriate.
- Adhere to GD Nash’s ISO 9001-2015 quality system, and Government Contract requirements.
- Participate in ISO 9001-2015 audits and any customer required audits
- Performs other duties as required.
- High school diploma or trade school graduate
- 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in an ISO 9001-2015 manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years working knowledge of computers, quality inspection, and inventory management.
- 5+ years working knowledge of Government Contract requirements related to technical flow downs, including FAR / DFAR regulations and other standard clauses and coded notes.
- 5+ years of advance knowledge and understanding of Military Quality / Manufacturing Specifications and Navy Technical Publications including those for Weld and Non-Destructive Testing.
- Incumbents must follow all safety rules, environmental procedures and utilize required safety equipment.
- Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Must be able to read and write English, and have basic math competencies including geometry
- Must be able to read and interpret manufacturing drawings (including geometric tolerancing and dimensioning), 3D models, and assembly blueprints
- Proficient in the use of standard inspection equipment. (Micrometer, caliper, depth gauge, thread gauge, etc.
- Able to use advanced inspection equipment (Faro, Romer, Keyence…)
- Pulls and stages material in designated staging areas, for both shipping and production use.
- Responsible for packaging shipments, this includes the use of nail guns and saw equipment.
- Place material in storage location in accordance with SAP Warehouse Management location.
- Physically unpacks crates and boxes of incoming parts.
- Place material in storage location in accordance with SAP Warehouse Management location.
- Material handling abilities on a forklift and overhead cranes.
- Working knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing Methods and reviewing reports (PMI, VT, PT) preferred
- This position may require up to 25% travel to supplier locations for quality audits, inspections, and issue resolution activities.
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.
What We Offer
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.
Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
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- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Electronics & Hardware
- Chemicals & Materials
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality engineer jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a closely related technical discipline
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management system standards
- Proficiency in statistical process control, FMEA, and root cause analysis methods
- Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 or GMP regulations for medical or pharma environments
- Experience using metrology tools, CMM equipment, or inspection gauging in a production setting
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) credential from ASQ or equivalent professional certification
Quality Engineer Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality engineer in Connecticut?
Connecticut does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality engineer, so the path runs through education and professional certification. Most hiring managers expect a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. From there, the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Engineer credential is the industry standard that Connecticut employers in aerospace, medical devices, and biopharmaceuticals consistently look for when evaluating candidates.
Which companies hire quality engineers in Connecticut?
Connecticut quality engineer roles are posted by Pratt & Whitney, CooperSurgical, and ASML and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Connecticut's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and FDA-regulated manufacturers means hiring is especially active along the Route 15 and I-91 corridors.
Which Connecticut cities have the most quality engineer jobs?
Danbury, East Hartford, and Trumbull post the most quality engineer openings in Connecticut. Hartford drives volume through its aerospace and insurance-sector suppliers, while New Haven and Shelton reflect the concentration of medical device and biopharmaceutical facilities in the lower Connecticut River Valley and Naugatuck Valley manufacturing corridor.
Are there remote quality engineer jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality engineering is largely hands-on work tied to production floors, inspection labs, and supplier audits, so fully remote roles are the exception. About 12% of quality engineer openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be quality systems documentation, supplier qualification, or regulatory compliance roles that do not require daily floor presence.
How can I get hired as a quality engineer in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or quality inspector role, which Connecticut aerospace and medical device manufacturers use as a direct pipeline into engineering positions. Pratt & Whitney and Sikorsky Aircraft run structured early-career programs that hire associates and new graduates into quality functions. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying, or completing a co-op through the University of Connecticut or University of New Haven's engineering programs, gives candidates a measurable edge over peers without credentials.
Where can I find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to quality engineer jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles that match your background, review the requirements, and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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