Electrical Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

An Electrical Engineer is a crucial component within the engineering industry. They design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. They also evaluate systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs and applying knowledge of electricity and materials. They aim to improve or develop products by analyzing a customer's requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.

Notable skills and certifications for Electrical Engineers include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. They should also have profound knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, mathematics, and materials. Having certifications like Professional Engineering (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) can help distinguish a candidate in this field. Prior to becoming an Electrical Engineer, an individual might have roles such as an Electrical Engineering Intern, an Electrical Design Engineer, or an Electronics Engineer.

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Body Controls Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or related fields At least 1 year of experience with automotive control systems...

Sr. Instrumentation Engineer

  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

SR. INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER Anaheim, CALIFORNIA JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-03540 JOB TYPE: Contract LOCATION: Anaheim, CALIFORNIA PAY RATE: $79.31 - $86.21 POST DATE: April 23, 2025 : Sr....

Electrical Engineer 4, Black & Veatch Corporation, Irvine, CA Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Engineering, Construction, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering...

Electrical Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer II or III to join a large medical device company in Irvine, CA (Or Marlborough, MA or Arden Hills, MN - with 25% travel)....

CSG Systems Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CSG Systems Engineer Our field sales professionals rely on technical support during the sales process - and our Systems Engineering team always steps up to the mark. We lead the development and...

Senior Instrumentation Engineer

  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Instrumentation Engineer CEI's entertainment client is seeking a Senior Instrumentation Engineer to join their team! Job at a Glance This is a long-term contract, with an initial term of 22...

Principal Systems Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other comparable engineering discipline....

Systems Engineer II - Remote

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 day ago

ULTRA MOBILE is seeking a talented Systems Engineer II to join the Tech Operations Team! Individual reports to Manager Engineering, Info Tech. Role is remote; must reside in the United States....

Converted Freighters Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior)

  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Converted Freighters Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company We are Boeing Global Services (BGS) Engineering team creating and implementing innovative technologies that...

Electrical Engineer 3, Black & Veatch Corporation, Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Oversee and Train/mentor Electrical Engineers. No hire/fire authority....

Senior Electrical Engineer - Test Design

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking to bring on a Senior Electrical Engineer - Test Design to design and deliver test systems for Anduril's electronic products....

Electrical Engineer 4, Black & Veatch Corporation, Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, or related discipline, plus at least five years of related experience....

Electrical Engineer

  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chino, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Engineer (Chino, CA) Adapting powertrain solutions to meet varying EV needs....

Lead Electrical Engineer - UAS

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Technical Expertise: Strong hands-on knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, PCB design, and avionics systems....

Electrical Engineer - UAS

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 3 days ago

Familiarity with standard interfaces such as CAN, I2C, SPI, etc....

Demographic Data for Costa Mesa, CA

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Salary for Electrical Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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Highest Education Level

Electrical Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
Master's Degree
33.1%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
2.0%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electrical Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA
1-2 years
36.9%
10+ years
18.8%
2-4 years
16.2%
6-8 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
7.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
None
2.7%
8-10 years
0.4%



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