Design Engineer Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in California

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 FPGA / RTL Design Engineer - Signal Processing

  • Motorola Solutions
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a Principal FPGA / RTL Design Engineer who will report to the Director of FPGA Engineering on the FPGA Engineering team....

Hybrid

Silicon Design Engineer Tools & Automation

  • AMD
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

THE ROLE: As a Silicon Design Engineer, you will collaborate with RTL and Verification engineers to improve existing engineering workflows and design new tools and processes....

Hybrid

Audiovisual Design Engineer

  • OpenAI
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

About the Team OpenAIs IT organization supports the mission of deploying artificial general intelligence (AGI) for the benefit of all. Our team is committed to providing seamless technological...

Remote

Senior ASIC Design Engineer - LPU

  • NVIDIA
  • Sanger, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanger, CA
  • 1 day ago

We are now looking for a Senior ASIC Design Engineer. NVIDIA is seeking Senior ASIC Design Engineers to implement the worlds leading SoC's, GPU's and ASIC's....

Remote Hybrid

Senior Hardware Design Engineer

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Engineer Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred 7+ years of experience in hardware or electrical design engineering Proven ownership of schematic and circuit design for...

Hybrid

Silicon Design Engineer Tools & Automation

  • Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

THE ROLE: As a Silicon Design Engineer, you will collaborate with RTL and Verification engineers to improve existing engineering workflows and design new tools and processes....

Hybrid

CPU Core Senior Physical Design Engineer

  • Intel Corp.
  • Folsom, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details: Job Description: Performs physical design implementation of custom CPU designs from RTL to GDS to create a design database that is ready for manufacturing. Conducts all aspects of the...

Hybrid

Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer, Netlisting

  • NVIDIA
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are now looking for a motivated Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer, Netlisting to join our dynamic and growing team....

Hybrid

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

  • Cisco
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, 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...

Hybrid

Product Design Engineer, Employee Experience AI

  • Russell, Tobin & Associates
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

The team is looking for a highly collaborative Product Design Engineer / AI Product Designer who can both design and implement AI-powered experiences....

Remote

Product Design Engineer, AI Employee Experience: 26-01541

  • Akraya Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Must-Have Skills: Proven experience in product design engineering with a strong portfolio. Proficiency in Figma and modern web development technologies like React....

Remote

SR ASIC Design Engineer - Networking/ DPU/ AI Systems

  • Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 7 days ago

THE ROLE:We are seeking a Senior ASIC Design Engineer with seasoned experience in the development of high-speed, complex ASICs....

Hybrid

Lead Technical Designer Diablo Irvine, CA or Albany, NY

  • Blizzard Entertainment
  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago

Collaborate closely with design, engineering, art, QA, and production to align solutions and execution. Serve as a technical point of contact for content reviews, standards, and best practices....

Hybrid

Senior Technical Designer, Women's Knits & Sweaters

  • Everlane
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Clean luxury. Better for you. At Everlane, we believe luxury should be as effortless as it is conscious. We partner with ethical factories, work with premium, sustainably sourced materials, and...

Hybrid

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Motorola Solutions
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who will report to the Team Lead, Mechanical Engineering, on the Hardware Engineering team....

Hybrid

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Salary for Design Engineer Jobs in California

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Design Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Design Engineers in California 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 California
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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