Fluids Engineer

Element Materials Technology; Morongo Valley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is hiring a Fluids Engineer in Morongo Valley, CA. You will perform testing, help design system P&IDs, and support cryogenic/high‑pressure assemblies. Responsibilities include documenting results and interfacing with scientists and engineers to improve performance.

The role requires a Master’s in mechanical engineering (or related), 3+ years in cryogenics, and familiarity with CAD tools and safety standards. DOE applies; on-site position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cryogenics, vacuum insulation, cryogenic liquid transfer, fittings, valves.
• Knowledge of cryogenic fluids and low-temperature materials.
• Experience with cryogenic and high-pressure fittings.
• Experience with ASME VIII and B31.3 piping and pressure vessel codes.
• 3D CAD software experience (SolidWorks or equivalent).
• Experience with heavy rotating machinery (compressors, turbines, pumps).
• Willingness to perform long-duration assembly/testing and iterative improvements.
• Strong communication to report progress and provide recommendations.
• Cryogenic certification is a plus.
• Experience with hydrogen handling, safety and permitting is a plus.
• Experience with PLC and/or LabVIEW programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop system P&ID and procedures from customer SOW.
• Provide counsel with data analysis to coworkers and customers.
• Oversee complex technical problem solving.
• Select sensors and instrumentation for process variables.
• Collaborate to integrate control systems for cryogenic storage systems.
• Conduct system testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain documentation including specs and manuals.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety compliance

Analytical thinking

Cryogenic knowledge

Hydrogen handling

Troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PLC programming

LabVIEW

Job description

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Fluids Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Fluids Engineer performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision. The Fluids Engineer positions must be proficient in a number of core business and technical skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures. The Fluids Engineer is expected to prepare engineering drawings, BOM's and P&ID's, support with test stand builds, evaluate functionality and performance, and document and report testing results. This position involves support and direction on assembly of cryogenic and high-pressure systems, hydrogen system prototype testing.

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 /yr DOE

Responsibilities

• Review and develop system P&ID and procedures from a customer Statement of Work
• Provide counsel to coworkers and customers requiring critical analysis of data
• Is able to oversee and guide problem solving of complicated technical challenges
• Select appropriate sensors and instrumentation to monitor and control process variables
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems for various cryogenic storage systems
• Conduct system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and accuracy
• Develop and maintain documentation, including system specifications, design documents, and user manuals

Skills / Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred, or related fields
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in cryogenics, vacuum insulation, cryogenic liquid transfer, fittings, valves
• Knowledge of cryogenic fluids, materials for low temperature service, cryogenic equipment, cryogenic vessels, fittings, valves, piping, hoses, components, cryogenic physical and equipment hazards
• Proficiency in specifying and assembling cryogenic and high-pressure fittings
• Experience with Piping and Pressure Vessel Codes (ASME VIII and B31.3)
• Experience with 3D CAD software a plus (SolidWorks or equivalent)
• Experience with heavy rotating machinery (e.g., compressors, turbines, pumps)
• Willingness to undertake tedious assembly or testing including long-duration runs, troubleshooting and iterative improvements
• Interpersonal and communication skills to consult with scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders and to provide them with clear progress reports and suggestions for improvement
• Cryogenic certification is a plus
• Experience with hydrogen handling, safety and permitting is a plus
• Expertise in PLC and/or LabView programming is a plus

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.