Quality Control Engineers

Earnings vary according to the type of work, the industry, and the geographical location. According to a winter 2020 survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the average beginning salary for new graduates with bachelor's degrees in engineering was $69,961. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the median yearly income for industrial production managers (a category that includes quality control engineers) was $105,480 in May 2019. The lowest paid 10 percent earned less than $65,050 and the highest paid 10 percent made more than $176,070.

Most companies offer benefits that include paid vacations, paid holidays, and health insurance. Actual benefits depend on the company but may also include pension plans, profit sharing, 401(k) plans, and tuition assistance programs.