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USA - Product Quality Engineer II

Actalent
Round Lake, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 3/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026

Actalent is hiring for a Product Quality Engineer II in Round Lake, IL!

Job Description

The Product Quality Engineer II is responsible for utilizing statistical and engineering techniques to investigate non-conformances, performing document reviews to support design and labeling change controls, and supporting product testing to ensure product conformance to specifications. This role requires a basic understanding of product engineering and quality management system concepts, as well as FDA, ISO, and related quality systems.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize DMAIC tools to investigate non-conformances and participate in CAPA-related activities, including CAPA ownership as required.
  • Apply engineering product development and process knowledge to solve straightforward problems, such as FMEA, Finite Element Analysis, Process Modeling, Design of Experiments, Molding, and SPC.
  • Perform standard engineering assignments to support change controls and new product development.
  • Assist cross-functional teams in identifying and assessing risks.
  • Conduct product testing to ensure conformance to specifications.
  • Understand and support the complaint handling process and complaint investigations.
  • Conduct complaint trend analysis and analyze data from various sources, including Non-Conformances, Field Corrective Actions, and Complaints, to drive decisions.
  • Facilitate small project teams to accomplish team objectives.
  • Support both internal and external quality audits as required.

Essential Skills

  • Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems.
  • Technical understanding of engineering and product development principles and procedures.
  • Experience with CAPA, FMEA, and DMAIC tools.
  • Familiarity with Minitab and Power BI.
  • Ability to organize and present technical information with minimal assistance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related environment.

Work Environment

The work environment involves collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams, including both technical and non-technical members. The role requires the ability to handle multiple projects and demonstrate effectiveness in task completion, decision-making, training, problem-solving, and team leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Round Lake, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Round Lake,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $52

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