Quality Engineer

Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $95k - 105k

Konik is partnering with a local manufacturer seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer to support microelectronics capital projects in a fabrication shop environment. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality products are delivered on time, with minimal rework or delays, by executing quality control activities, collaborating with project teams, and maintaining compliance with specifications and standards.

Quality Engineer Responsibilities:

• Perform daily quality control inspections and testing of microelectronics products.
• Develop and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and inspection test plans.
• Schedule and manage inspections, issue Non-Conformance Reports, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and verify build documentation for accuracy before production.
• Ensure final products meet project and client requirements.
• Collaborate proactively with project teams, suppliers, and contractors.
• Travel to supplier sites for QC inspections (approximately 20–25%).
  

Quality Engineer Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in QC practices for welding and steel products, ideally in oil & gas, aerospace, semiconductor, or high-purity equipment.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) through AWS
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ASME codes (B31.1, B31.3), AWS D1.1, ASTM standards.
• Ability to interpret drawings, review welding documents (WPS, PQR, WQTR), and use inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail, forward-thinking approach to quality control, and disciplined reporting skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam software.
• Project management experience required, Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Match / Contribution
• Pet Insurance

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Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.