Associate Engineer
Contract Product Engineer - Materials & Compliance Support Position Overview We are seeking a Contract Product Engineer to support the Global Engineering team during an employee leave absence. This role will provide critical coverage for compliance-driven and application-focused engineering activities while internal teams absorb a portion of the workload. This position plays a key role in ensuring the organization continues to meet legal and regulatory obligations, particularly related to materials compliance and newly expanded PFAS registration requirements at the Minnesota facility. Contract Details • Contract Duration: May 2026-January 2027 • Pay Rate: $30-35/hour (flexible based on candidate experience and market availability) • Location: Shakopee, MN • Work Schedule: Hybrid • Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday • Remote: Monday and Friday • Experience Level: 1-3 years Primary Responsibilities The contingent Product Engineer will focus on the following key coverage areas, with compliance as the highest priority: Materials & Regulatory Compliance (Primary Focus) • Support compliance activities related to PFAS, chemical substance reporting, and materials regulations • Assist with PFAS product registration requirements in response to new state-level regulations affecting the Minnesota facility • Review and manage supplier documentation, material declarations, and compliance certifications • Prepare technical and compliance responses for internal and external stakeholders • Ensure accuracy and traceability of compliance-related records and documentation Product & Application Engineering • Provide technical support for existing products and applications • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances to address customer and manufacturing questions • Assist with troubleshooting, failure analysis, and product performance concerns • Support quality, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams with technical input Compound Management • Support compound-related documentation and material data management • Assist with reviewing compound specifications and material suitability for applications and regulatory requirements RFQs & Engineering Support • Provide engineering input for Requests for Quotation (RFQs) • Review technical requirements to ensure feasibility, compliance, and alignment with internal capabilities • Support cross-functional collaboration during quotation and evaluation phases Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline • 1-3 years of experience in an engineering, materials, or compliance-support role • Familiarity with materials and chemical compliance frameworks (e.g., PFAS-related regulations, REACH, RoHS, Prop 65) • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T fundamentals • Strong attention to detail and comfort working with technical and regulatory documentation • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across functions Preferred Experience & Knowledge • Exposure to elastomer or polymer materials (e.g., EPDM, FKM, rubber compounds) • Experience supporting products in regulated or industrial environments • Understanding of product lifecycle support, technical documentation, or quality systems • Ability to quickly learn internal systems, processes, and material databases All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.