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Quality Engineer

Kforce Inc Lansing, Michigan, United States

onsitecontract
Posted Jan 20, 2026Apply by Feb 19, 2026

Role & seniority: Quality Engineer (senior/lead level; 8–10 years’ experience)

Stack/tools: Read/interpret blueprints and technical drawings; CAD software; measurement/analytical equipment; data reporting and software related to engineering

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Review/approve sampling procedures, designs, and quality data reporting

  • Direct and supervise programs to evaluate precision/accuracy of production/testing equipment and facilities

  • Plan, develop, and maintain quality standards for processes, materials, and products; lead training as needed

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

  • 8–10 years’ relevant experience

  • Strong reading of blueprints/schematics, analytical/problem-solving ability

  • Leadership/mentoring capability; detail-oriented; effective communicator

  • Proficiency with CAD and related engineering software

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience across quality control areas (design, incoming material, process control, reliability, metrology, automated testing, R&D)

  • Background in supervising testing programs and quality data management

  • Location & work type: Lansing, MI; full-time salaried position (onsite), benefits included (medical/dental/vision, 401(k), etc.)

Full Description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Lansing, MI that is seeking a Quality Engineer. Summary: The main function of a Quality Engineer is to research and test the design, functionality and maintenance of products, equipment, systems and processes and develop quality standards. A typical quality engineer has the ability to read and interpret blueprints, and evaluate product integrity and standards. Job Responsibilities

Review and approve sampling procedures and designs, forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data Review and supervise programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities May conduct training sessions on quality control activities Considered a specialist in areas of quality control engineering, such as design, incoming material, process control, product evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software, research and development, and administrative application Directs workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product, or process quality and reliability Plans and directs activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in engineering fields such as chemical, electrical, or mechanical May manage quality control program

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering 8-10 years of experience Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability Team player and detail oriented Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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