Material Engineer

Suzhou, CNPosted Oct 21, 2026

Job description

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for material localization. Responsible for testing new materials, covering the whole process from lab to mass production Problem solving of material production process Support daily production and resolve material-related issues. Responsible for releasing material specifications. Responsible for providing technical information required for Oracle system.

Implement the company’s environment policy, management system and urgency response plan. Evaluate new added chemicals to make sure they meet company’s requirements Use proper PPE and equipment according to GUPT HSE policy, remind and correct unsafe and improper behavior of other employees. Participate in corporate lean activities and complete relevant works of PPS, CI and 5S; Comply with applicable HSE and regulations as well as Site HSE instructions.

Perform other assigned tasks and duties. Keys to Success Familiar with belt production process and key control points of each step. Be able to develop recipes and solve material process issues independently . Capable of independently managing projects. Familiar with quality management procedures. Good confidentiality awareness.

Have basic English reading and writing skills. Good at office software. Hard-working with good teamwork spirit. Supervisory Responsibilities Requirements and Preferred Skills Over 2 years’ working experience College /University or above Polymer material or Chemistry specialty Skilled at office software WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE.

While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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