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[Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL305117EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Associate-Engineer) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/) / Associate Engineer ## Job description Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. ### Your Role The Associate Engineer I works with experimental products in the M4Ward™ lab, placing safety at the center of their work and leading thorough hazard assessments of chemical-transfer equipment and tools. In collaboration with R&D Scientists, engineers, and process safety teams, the engineer applies knowledge of chemical and physical hazards to guide safe design and operation; designs and improves chemical-transfer systems and processes; operates equipment to support customer order fulfillment; supports chemical distillation and purification; and performs repairs, periodic maintenance, and documentation—helping ensure compliant, quality-focused, and efficient laboratory operations in a semiconductor materials environment. Design, assess, and improve chemical-transfer systems, processes, and equipment to enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, quality, and maintainability. Execute engineering projects end to end—from ideation and concept studies through basic and detailed design, installation, and commissioning—delivering integrated solutions that meet customer and business needs. Lead thorough hazard assessments and near-miss investigations involving chemical-transfer equipment, systems, and tools; document findings. Perform and document equipment repairs and periodic maintenance; support process-improvement activities. Complete work to agreed requirements and timelines, following applicable and stringent safety, quality, and documentation standards. Support chemical distillation and purification processes, as well as chemical sample preparation. ### Physical Attributes Wear appropriate PPE Lift up to 50 pounds Who You Are: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Physics OR High School Diploma or GED 4+ years experience in chemical production, laboratory or chemical engineering role 1+ year handling hazardous chemicals in a laboratory. ### Preferred Qualifications Strong safety and quality focus; familiarity with SDSs and risk assessments; glovebox experience; and laboratory experience handling highly toxic chemicals, acids, and bases. Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, data-analysis, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and work collaboratively. Experience with SAP, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office. ### Pay Range for this position $31-$48 per hour. The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. ### RSREMD What we offer We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity! ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Nov 1, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 2, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 2, 2026 - Listed for: 1 day - Location: Carlsbad, California, United States - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $31-$48 per hour[Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL305117EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Associate-Engineer) ## Hiring at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates - Open jobs: 896 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Oct 19, 2026 [All Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates ### [GOglobal Program: Electronics R&D 2026](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/59d85b225043fb3262e6/) Carlsbad, California, United States ### [QC Senior Scientist 1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/fc894151408ae1f85568/) Carlsbad, California, United States ### [Research Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/26396bf65d940db9df03/) Carlsbad, California, United States ### [Scientist 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/8125574df08e45ae7911/) Carlsbad, California, United States ### [Advanced Packaging Principle Integration Technologist (Principal Engineer, 10 years+ experience)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/6c7a051f85398fd2e61e/) Hsinchu, Hsinchu County, Taiwan ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Design Verification Engineer - NPU- Engineer to Sr. Staff Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/0c1dc2a4d468781e22b8/) Qualcomm · Austin, Texas, United States of America ### [Sonar Engineer/ Acoustic Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/83d547a9a4ef976f5770/) Lockheed Martin · Liverpool, NY ### [Electronics Engineer III, Responsible Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/4b87971f4632d20b39c9/) Lockheed Martin · Littleton, CO ### [Lead Infrastructure Engineer - Wireless Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/3cb1287c01e617f31595/) JPMorganChase · OH, United States ### [Manufacturing Engineer I (Process Engineer)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/airbus/jobs/3d2f8c5b91725bb44142/) AIRBUS · Mobile Area, AL OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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