Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Capital Equipment

Job Title : Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Capital Equipment

Primary Location : Northbrook, IL - Hybrid, 3 days in office

Position Type : W2 Contract, 6 mos., Part-Time 20 hrs / week

Overview

TalentFish is casting a line for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Capital Equipment. This is a 6-month (9 / 23 / 25-3 / 17 / 26) W2 contract role in Northbrook, IL (3 days in office) with our premier client!

The Supplier Quality Engineer ensures that suppliers of capital equipment meet the organization's quality, technical, and regulatory standards. This role supports manufacturing audits by assessing supplier processes, documentation, and compliance with specifications, with a focus on mitigating sourcing and production risks.

What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing audit roles, preferably in capital equipment or industrial manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards relevant to capital equipment.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Certification in auditing or quality systems (e.g., ISO Lead Auditor) preferred.

What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)

Audit Preparation & Execution

Supplier Quality Oversight

Technical Compliance

Risk Management

Continuous Improvement

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $45 - $55 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to : reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible.

At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!