Quality​/Test Engineer

Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Quality / Test Engineer 2. The work will be done onsite full-time in Decatur, IL
, Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
. This is a long-term 12-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is up to $35.47/hr + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay).

Cullerton Group is seeking a hands-on Quality / Test Engineer to support manufacturing quality and assembly verification activities within a large-scale production environment. This role is highly floor-focused, working directly with drivetrain components, assembly processes, and quality audits to ensure safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards are met. The engineer will serve as a key link between physical assembly operations and engineering systems, identifying issues and driving corrective actions.

This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined engineer who enjoys being on the factory floor and collaborating across multiple functions.

• Perform onsite quality audits of active assembly processes
• Inspect drivetrain components and verify part and process quality
• Document observations, issues, and findings clearly and concisely
• Capture photos and data related to critical parts and processes
• Conduct root cause analysis and support corrective action efforts
• Communicate issues and recommendations to cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, operations, and engineering groups
• Support continuous improvement and quality culture initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related)
  or Associate’s degree with relevant experience
• 0+ years of experience (internships accepted)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing environments
• Experience or exposure to quality inspection or manufacturing processes
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and structured problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Willingness to work primarily on the factory floor (approx. 90% floor / 10% office)

• Manufacturing or industrial engineering background
• Experience with quality audits, inspections, or assembly verification
• Familiarity with continuous improvement concepts
• Strong adaptability and ability to work across diverse teams

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing and quality engineering experience while building a strong internal network across operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams. You’ll work directly where products are built, contribute to meaningful quality improvements, and develop skills that support long-term career growth. Cullerton Group provides a professional environment with strong mentorship, exposure to complex manufacturing systems, and opportunities for advancement.

• Entry level

• Contract

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