Materials Engineer

Russell Tobin; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Global is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 (Chemical Process / Surface Engineering) in Fremont, CA for a 24-month contract onsite. You will design, test, and validate mechanical systems, integrating laboratory practices and surface preparation to improve product performance.

The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in a chemical lab, and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in a chemical laboratory or materials testing environment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation methods and analytical testing techniques.
• Working knowledge of SPC and/or DOE.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and evaluate mechanical systems, components, and equipment for new product development and engineering improvements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, laboratory testing, and validation activities for new and modified designs.
• Support prototype development, design verification, and engineering documentation.
• Perform laboratory work involving chemical processes, surface preparation, and analytical evaluation of materials and components.
• Utilize SPC and DOE methodologies to analyze process performance and optimize designs.
• Interpret test results, identify root causes, and recommend design or process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and test summaries.
• Manage multiple engineering assignments while meeting project schedules and priorities.

Skills

SPC

DOE

Surface prep

Analytical testing

Lab experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Mechanical design

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Mechanical Engineer 2 (Chemical Process / Surface Engineering)

Location

Fremont, CA (100% Onsite)

Duration

24-Month Contract with possible extensions or Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate

Up to $55.00/hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, testing, and validation of mechanical systems and components within a fast-paced engineering environment. This role combines mechanical design with laboratory-based experimentation, requiring experience in chemical laboratory practices, surface preparation, analytical testing, and statistical analysis to improve product performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, experience working in laboratory environments, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and evaluate mechanical systems, components, and equipment for new product development and engineering improvements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, laboratory testing, and validation activities for new and modified designs.
• Support prototype development, design verification, and engineering documentation.
• Perform laboratory work involving chemical processes, surface preparation, and analytical evaluation of materials and components.
• Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies to analyze process performance and optimize designs.
• Interpret test results, identify root causes, and recommend design or process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and test summaries.
• Manage multiple engineering assignments while meeting project schedules and priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience working in a chemical laboratory or materials testing environment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation methods and analytical testing techniques.
• Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting product development, laboratory testing, or manufacturing engineering.
• Familiarity with materials characterization, process improvement, or reliability testing.
• Experience working in highly regulated, manufacturing, or technology-driven environments.

Key Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Laboratory, Surface Preparation, Analytical Techniques, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), Mechanical Testing, Prototype Validation, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Engineering Documentation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Laboratory Testing, Problem Solving, Technical Reporting.

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.