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Clera

Backend-Leaning Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$247.50 - $302.50/hr

Python experience is a plus; modern web/backend stacks are acceptable--stack fit matters less than raw engineering quality * Demonstrated ownership of customer-facing features and close work with ...

The Chemours Company

Raw Material Planner

Wilmington, DE

$134K/yr

  • Retirement

Chemours is seeking a Raw Material Planner to join our growing team. This position will be ... Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field * 3+ years of experience ...

The Chemours Company

Raw Material Planner

Wilmington, DE · On-site

  • Retirement

Chemours is seeking a Raw Material Planner to join our growing team. This position will be ... Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field * 3+ years of experience ...

The Chemours Company

Raw Material Planner

Wilmington, DE · On-site

  • Retirement

Chemours is seeking a Raw Material Planner to join our growing team. This position will be ... Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field * 3+ years of experience ...

Teknor Apex

Raw Materials Engineer

Pawtucket, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a Raw Material Engineer to lead the strategy, evaluation, and implementation of raw ... Champion safety, cost engineering, and sustainability , leveraging digital tools and AI wherever ...

Teknor Apex Company

Raw Materials Engineer

Pawtucket, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

We are seeking a Raw Material Engineer to lead the strategy, evaluation, and implementation of raw ... Champion safety, cost engineering, and sustainability , leveraging digital tools and AI wherever ...

Corning

Raw Materials Engineer

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Use understanding of OFC raw material requirements to enable cost reduction, improve quality or ... Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering first principles to solve complex ...

Icarus

Dream Job

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $500K/yr

Just raw engineering, real hardware, and real flight * You must thrive under pressure, learn fast, troubleshoot in the field, and push hardware to its limits. We move fast. We go to Mojave at 4 am in ...

First Due

Cloud Security Software Engineer

$115K/yr

We are looking for a foundational, high-performing builder, likely a recent graduate, with raw engineering talent, a relentless drive to learn, and a highly developed understanding of agentic AI ...

Corning

Raw Materials Engineer

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Use understanding of OFC raw material requirements to enable cost reduction, improve quality or ... Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering first principles to solve complex ...

Corning

Raw Materials Engineer

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Use understanding of OFC raw material requirements to enable cost reduction, improve quality or ... Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering first principles to solve complex ...

Corning

Raw Materials Engineer

Wilmington, NC

$112K - $154K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Use understanding of OFC raw material requirements to enable cost reduction, improve quality or ... Demonstrated ability to apply scientific method and engineering first principles to solve complex ...

Icarus

Dream Job

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$100K - $500K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Just raw engineering, real hardware, and real flight * You must thrive under pressure, learn fast, troubleshoot in the field, and push hardware to its limits. We move fast. We go to Mojave at 4 am in ...

Qnity

Senior Raw Material Engineer

Newark, DE

$102K - $140K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering, Chemistry or a related technical field * 5+ ... Experience with raw material supplier management is a plus #LI-LH1 Join our Talent Community to ...

Icarus

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$120K - $220K/yr

Just raw engineering, real hardware, and real flight * You must thrive under pressure, learn fast, troubleshoot in the field, and push hardware to its limits. We move fast. We go to Mojave at 4 am in ...

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How much do raw engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for raw engineering in the United States is $33.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is raw engineering?

Raw engineering refers to the hands-on, foundational aspect of engineering that involves designing, building, and testing products or systems from the ground up. It often encompasses the application of core engineering principles, such as mathematics, physics, and material science, to solve real-world problems. Raw engineering is essential in fields like mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering, where practical implementation and innovation are key. Those working in raw engineering roles typically focus on turning theoretical concepts into functional prototypes or infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a raw engineer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Raw Engineer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in engineering (such as mechanical, chemical, or materials engineering), strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of raw material properties and processing. Familiarity with CAD software, ERP systems, and industry-specific certifications (like Six Sigma or ISO standards) is often expected. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure efficient material sourcing, quality control, and collaboration across departments to meet production and industry standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in raw engineering roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in raw engineering often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing technologies, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Staying updated through continuous learning and professional development helps address technological changes. Clear communication and strong project management skills are essential for effective collaboration and regulatory compliance. Many companies provide mentorship programs and cross-functional team opportunities, which support ongoing growth and adaptation in the field.
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Infographic showing various Raw Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,760 per year, or $33.1 per hour.

Backend-Leaning Product Engineer

Clera

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$247.50 - $302.50/hr

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Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

About the Role

Join a small, high-ownership product team as a backend-leaning product engineer focused on building real-world AI and automation products. This role matters because you'll own customer-facing features end-to-end, navigate messy integrations and legacy systems, and make product and engineering trade-offs with speed and strong judgment.

What You'll Do

  • Own features end-to-end from design through shipping and iteration

  • Make product and engineering decisions independently without heavy PM support

  • Execute under pressure and deliver high-quality engineering results, not just plans

  • Build and maintain backend systems, APIs, data models, and automation pipelines

  • Integrate with external tools, legacy systems, and messy third-party services

  • Design workflows and orchestration for AI/automation-driven products

  • Work comfortably in a very small, fast-moving startup team with little structure

  • Balance full-stack work when required, with a clear emphasis on backend ownership

  • Debug production issues and exercise strong engineering judgment

  • Collaborate closely with founders, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders

What We're Looking For

  • Early engineer, founding engineer, startup generalist, or strong product/backend engineer from a scaling startup

  • Track record of shipping real products, ideally 0-to-1 or in ambiguous/messy environments

  • Experience with backend systems, APIs, data modeling, automation, and integrations

  • Applied AI or workflow/orchestration experience (agentic workflows, RAG, LLM-enabled features) is a plus

  • Python experience is a plus; modern web/backend stacks are acceptable—stack fit matters less than raw engineering quality

  • Demonstrated ownership of customer-facing features and close work with founders or customers

  • Clear motivation for early-stage startup work and comfort with ambiguity and speed

  • Not a fit: frontend-only, data-only/internal-tools-only, pure DevOps/SRE without product ownership, pure research/ML without shipping experience, or candidates motivated primarily by corporate titles

Compensation & Details

Base compensation up to $275k plus meaningful equity.

Location

San Francisco, CA, USA. Hybrid/in-office required. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the area.

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