Quality Engineer II
STERIS · St. Louis, MO
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $80k–$98k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at STERIS (medical devices) in St. Louis, MO. Louis, MO location is responsible for maintaining and improving the quality system in accordance with the requirements of, as appropriate, the following standards: IS0 9001, ISO 13485, MDSAP, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU MDR and other applicable standards.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- SPC, CAPA, ISO 13485, FDA / GMP, Supplier quality
- Base pay
- $80k–$98k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Missouri: typical posted base $93k–$136k. This one lists $80k–$98k.
Median of the low and high ends of 11 live postings that list pay, out of 24 quality engineer openings in Missouri, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live quality postings in Missouri.
- Base pay
- About 25% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$136k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 63%
- Six Sigma 63%
- Lean 38%
- ✓ SPC 33%
- ✓ CAPA 33%
- FMEA 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
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This plant: STERIS in St. Louis
4 other open roles at this site · 1 person we found in quality roles at STERIS.
- Senior Quality Engineer · Quality · Senior
- Manager, Process Engineering · Process · Manager
- Advanced Quality Engineer · Quality
- Manufacturing Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
Quality Engineer II at STERIS in other locations
STERIS lists this title in 3 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- Conroe, TX · $90k–$105k
- Mentor, OH · $80k–$98k
Full description from STERISAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
The Quality Engineer II our Maplewood / St. Louis, MO location is responsible for maintaining and improving the quality system in accordance with the
requirements
of, as appropriate, the following standards: IS0 9001, ISO 13485, MDSAP, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU MDR and other applicable standards. This role supports complaint/CAPA investigations, supplier quality improvement, operations production and process controls, and product and service quality improvement with the use of statistical techniques and other accepted quality principles. This role executes activities concerned with the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of STERIS quality systems
This position requires working onsite in our Maplewood, Missouri location.
Day Shift: Monday to Thursday (four 10-hour day schedule), most Fridays off!
What You'll do as a Quality Engineer II
- ◆Participate on cross-functional new product development teams with focus on product/ service quality and Quality System compliance.
- ◆Develop and implement statistically valid sampling plans, designed experiments, capability studies, SPC and trend analysis.
- ◆Initiate and/or participate in process and product corrective actions and problem-solving activities.
- ◆Update/establish documented work instructions as needed.
- ◆Review collected data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process/product changes to improve quality.
- ◆Monitor and report on performance metrics.
- ◆Instruct other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques.
- ◆Collaborate with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues.
- ◆Maintain product integrity and quality through support of evaluation and disposition of nonconforming materials.
- ◆Perform quality system audits and provide guidance on corrective actions.
- ◆Perform other duties as assigned.
Required
- ✓Bachelors’ degree in Engineering
- ✓Minimum 3 years’ combined Manufacturing/Quality Engineering and/or Quality Systems experience.
- ✓Minimum 3 years’ experience working in an ISO certified environment required.
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Preferred
- +Experience with medical device or other regulated industries preferred.
- +ASQ- Certified Quality Auditor and/or Quality Engineer, QMSR or familiarity with QMSR/GMP regulations preferred.
Other
- •Excellent problem-solving skills
- •Has a continuous improvement mindset embracing new ideas and ways to think about a project.
- •Maintains strong relationships cross functionally to solve problems collaboratively.
- •Communicates through facts and data.
- •Demonstrates the technical aspects of the role.
- •Applies new technical tools and concepts under the direction of others.
- •Invests in growth through formal training or stretch project.
- •Completes assigned tasks on time by following standard work processes.
- •Thrives on change and adapts to leader-initiated changes.
- •Participates in change initiatives to better understand business and project goals.
What STERIS Offers
We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and financial future.
Here is just a brief overview of what we offer
- •Market Competitive pay
- •Extensive Paid Time Off and added Holidays
- •Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision benefits
- •Long- and Short-Term Disability coverage
- •401(k) with a company match
- •Maternity and Paternity Leave
- •Additional add- on benefits / discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
- •Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
- •Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career
Pay range for this opportunity is $79,687.50 - $98,437.50. This position is eligible for bonus participation.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.
STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits
Open until position is filled.
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com .
If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.
The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.