Design Engineer Jobs in Long Beach, CA

A Design Engineer in the engineering industry is primarily responsible for researching and developing new ideas for products, systems or components, and creating both initial sketches and detailed design plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They liaise with clients, manufacturers, and other professionals to understand design requirements, ensure feasibility of design, and oversee the production process. Design Engineers also test prototypes, modify designs, and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Key skills for a Design Engineer include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, proficiency in CAD software, and robust knowledge of engineering principles. Additionally, good communication and collaboration skills are crucial for liaising with different stakeholders. A degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or related engineering field is typically required. Some employers may prefer candidates with a Professional Engineer (PE) certification. Prior experience as a Junior Engineer, CAD Technician, or Mechanical Drafter can be beneficial stepping stones towards a career as a Design Engineer.

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Digital Hardware Design Engineer

  • El Segundo, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Hardware Design Engineer Job Description The Hardware Design Engineer is responsible for supporting system integration through the design and troubleshooting of peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces...

Structural Engineering Designer Residential Calculations-Enercalc

  • Monterey Park, CA (16 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monterey Park, CA (16 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Structural Engineering Designer Residential Calculations-Enercalc (online) compensation: 30% of market value to Owners or per Enercalc print out subcontract Structural Engineering Designer...

FPGA Digital Design Engineer 3 - (AHT)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Northrop Grumman Advanced Weapons has an opening for a FPGA Digital Design Engineer (level 3) with an active clearance, to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals....

CNC Prototyping Engineer (Mill-Turn), Project Kuiper OISL

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities...

Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer

  • El Segundo, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in creating and troubleshooting peripheral circuitry and digital interfaces for FPGA and microcontroller systems....

Product Design Engineer

  • Whittier, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Manager Position Summary: Seeking a skilled Product Design Engineer to fulfill design initiatives utilizing Windchill and Creo/Parametric MCAD....

Design Engineer - Level 1

  • South Gate, CA (8 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Gate, CA (8 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Country United States of America State / County California City South Gate Division Wyman Gordon Company Shultz Steel Function Engineering Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time...

Senior Technical Designer

  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 3 days ago

At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives...

subcontract Structural Engineering Designer Residential Calculations

  • Monterey Park, CA (16 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Monterey Park, CA (16 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago

subcontract Structural Engineering Designer Residential Calculations by hand, spreadsheet, enercalc and/or other software for gravity and seismic calculations, connection details sketches and plan...

Senior Technical Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago

At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives...

Building Automation Design Engineer

  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (12 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Building Automation Design Engineers also make recommendations for productivity improvements and cost reductions to increase customer satisfaction and job profitability....

Dickies: Senior Technical Designer

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

For over a century, Dickies has been worn by those forging their own path to shape the world we live in. We celebrate the can-do spirit of tradespeople, skaters, and doers who continue to put...

Dickies: Associate Technical Designer

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

For over a century, Dickies has been worn by those forging their own path to shape the world we live in. We celebrate the can-do spirit of tradespeople, skaters, and doers who continue to put...

Senior Design Engineer

  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Minimum Requirement: Master degree in mechanical engineering. 2 year past experience....

Sentinel (GBSD) - Associate Design Engineer / Design Engineer - 14618

  • Manhattan Beach, CA (9 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA (9 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an Associate Design Engineer / Design Engineer: CPLM SME - General....

Demographic Data for Long Beach, CA

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Design Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mentoring engineers with impact
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Mathematical Optimization for Engineers
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Salary for Design Engineer Jobs in Long Beach, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Design Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Design Engineers in Long Beach, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.1%
Master's Degree
30.5%
Associate's Degree
6.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Design Engineers in Long Beach, CA
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%


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