Design Engineer Jobs in San Martin, 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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Principal RFIC Design Engineer

  • Western Digital
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Company Description At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, WD is a company of...

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Senior Packaging Design Engineer, Silicon

  • Google
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Collaborate closely with Signal integrity (SI)/Power Integrity (PI), Test, New Product Introduction (NPI) and Mechanical Engineering teams to refine and optimize product package architecture and design...

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Senior ICE Emulation Design Engineer

  • Axiado Corporation
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description The Senior Emulation Design Engineer position is your opportunity to join one of the industry's leading companies in platform security management and ransomware detection for cloud datacenters...

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Harness Design Engineer

  • Astro Digital
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Summary We're looking for a Harness Design Engineer to own the full lifecycle of electrical harness development from concept through integration and test on next-generation spacecraft programs...

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ASIC/RTL Design Engineer

  • Experis
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, an American multinational semiconductor company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is seeking an ASIC/RTL Design Engineer to join their team....

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ASIC/RTL Design Engineer 2

  • Cynet Systems
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for ASIC/RTL Design Engineer 2 for our client in San Jose, CA....

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Senior ASIC Design Engineer, Google Cloud

  • Google
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As a Design Engineer, you will architect and implement SoC-level RTL for our next-generation data center accelerators....

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New College Grad - Design Engineer, Circuit Design

  • Micron Technology, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation...

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Optical Design Engineer

  • Lumentum
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Optical design engineer job description: Lumentum is seeking a candidate for the position of a Sr. optical design engineer....

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Lead Design Engineer

  • Cadence Design Systems
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. Job Description: Lead cutting-edge electrical and functional validation for...

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ASIC/SoC RTL Design Engineer

  • Dexian DISYS
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

SoC RTL Design Engineer San Jose, CA: 100% Onsite 6 + Months $60-$62.50/HR Role: Design and develop advanced SoCs across architecture, RTL, and verification....

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Senior Camera Design Engineer

  • Jabra
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Jabra team in Cupertino is seeking a Senior Camera Design Engineer. This position will be a key contributor to GN's existing and future Video product lines....

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Analog/mixed-signal IC Design Engineer - Acacia (Hybrid)

  • Cisco
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The application window is expected to close on: Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. The application window is...

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Principal Memory Design Engineer, Pathfinding

  • Micron Technology, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Memory Design Engineer in Micron's Pathfinding Design Team, you will play a key role in crafting next-generation memory technologies....

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Staff Mixed-Signal Design Engineer, Pathfinding

  • Micron Technology, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (23 miles from San Martin, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: As a Mixed-Signal Design Engineer in Micron's Pathfinding Design Team, you will play a key role in crafting next-generation memory technologies....

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Salary for Design Engineer Jobs in San Martin, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Design Engineers in San Martin, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.2%
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 San Martin, 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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