Demo

Materials Engineer

Russell Tobin
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025 CLOSED ON 4/20/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Engineer position at Russell Tobin?

Russell Tobin is working with a leading consumer electronics organization to support their Materials Engineering department! This role is slated to be a 1-year contract with high potential for extension / conversion. As a Composite Materials Engineer, you will lead efforts in developing and evaluating composite material formulations to meet specific cosmetic and structural performance targets. Your responsibilities will include :

Material Development & Evaluation :

  • Organize and manage incoming materials for development projects.
  • Conduct material configuration Design of Experiments (DOEs) to optimize cosmetic and structural outcomes.
  • Perform process DOEs to establish optimal thermal profiles for thermoplastic composite insert over molding.

Fabrication & Testing :

  • Manufacture laminates using composite prepregs formulated with recycled carbon fibers and other chopped fiber fillers.
  • Assess materials’ cosmetic, mechanical, and physical properties.
  • Fabricate and evaluate test panels with high-thermal conductivity reinforcements and fillers.
  • Prepare and test specimens to analyze structural and thermal performance, consolidating results for review.
  • Process Development :

  • Document results from material and process DOEs.
  • Develop detailed molding guidelines based on experimental findings.
  • Qualifications :

  • Expertise in composite materials and their processing techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with autoclave and press-molding methods for manufacturing composite components.
  • Proven ability to process both thermoset and thermoplastic composites.
  • Strong foundation in experimental design, data analysis, and the creation of detailed experimental plans.
  • Proficiency in operating laboratory equipment, including :
  • Specimen preparation (cutting, polishing)
  • Microscopy and surface profilometry
  • Mechanical testing (universal testing machines, DMA / DSC, TMA)
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Materials Science or a related field required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in material and process engineering, specifically in composites.
  • This position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects with cutting-edge materials and processes, contributing to the development of sustainable, high-performance composites.

    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.

    Salary.com Estimation for Materials Engineer in San Jose, CA
    $109,142 to $132,132
    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Materials Engineer?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Materials Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $88,239 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,981 - $138,294
    Income Estimation: 
    $108,127 - $132,532
    Income Estimation: 
    $110,528 - $145,291
    Income Estimation: 
    $88,239 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,981 - $138,294
    Income Estimation: 
    $108,127 - $132,532
    Income Estimation: 
    $110,528 - $145,291
    Income Estimation: 
    $108,127 - $132,532
    Income Estimation: 
    $135,130 - $165,097
    Income Estimation: 
    $113,817 - $150,648
    Income Estimation: 
    $135,130 - $165,097
    Income Estimation: 
    $167,722 - $206,346
    Income Estimation: 
    $124,064 - $162,101
    Income Estimation: 
    $74,709 - $91,149
    Income Estimation: 
    $78,358 - $110,920
    Income Estimation: 
    $88,239 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $90,951 - $115,468
    This job has expired.
    Employees: Get a Salary Increase
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at Russell Tobin

    • Russell Tobin Burlington, VT
    • Pride Global and its entities offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accide... more
    • 4 Months Ago

    • Russell Tobin Pawtucket, RI
    • Position- Technical Program Manager (TPM) with strong expertise in Zscaler technologies Location- Pawtucket, RI Onsite CLIENT : TCS Job descriptions: Key R... more
    • 4 Months Ago

    • Russell Tobin Harrison, AR
    • Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking a Finance Manager III , 4 Months Contract role for one of our Fortune 500 clients, for Harrison, Arkansas .... more
    • 4 Months Ago

    • Russell Tobin South Jordan, UT
    • Job title: Customer Support/Account Rep - Sr Location: South Jordan UT Duration: 6months Pay rate: $21.50/hr - $22/hour Work Schedule Overview: Remote to S... more
    • 4 Months Ago


    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Materials Engineer jobs in the San Jose, CA area that may be a better fit.

    • Applied Materials Santa Clara, CA
    • Key Responsibilities Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelines ... more
    • 5 Months Ago

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!