Materials Engineer: Surface & Process Validation (Onsite)

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

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.