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LD
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Design
$107,089 - $159,027 yearly
Leonardo DRS San Diego, CA
Job ID: 114787 DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Job Summary The Senior Mechanical Engineer - Design at Daylight will be responsible for mechanical architecture, opto-mechanical design execution, and system-level integration of laser, optical, and robotic subsystems, including tooling and fixtures. Serving as the physical integration backbone of the product, this role operates across three key areas: technical expertise, system-level understanding, and project execution. The engineer produces detailed artifacts defining geometry, tolerances, thermal behavior, alignment sensitivity, manufacturability, and testability while translating system requirements...
KA
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
$140,000 - $150,000 yearly
Kimmel & Associates Inc. San Diego, CA
About the Company The company is a leading provider of integrated facility solutions dedicated to making buildings more energy-efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective. Through innovative HVAC engineering, electrical upgrades, building automation systems, preventative maintenance, and energy optimization, the company helps commercial and institutional clients reduce operating costs while improving building performance and environmental impact. About the Position Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and engineering of complex HVAC systems, boiler plants, and chiller plants for commercial and institutional facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving challenging engineering problems, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams throughout the entire project lifecycle-from conceptual design through construction. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will...
HA
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Project Geotechnical Engineer
$90,000 - $110,000 yearly
Haley & Aldrich San Diego, CA
Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you'll tackle clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments - and, in turn, build stronger communities. You'll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning. As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development. We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our San Diego,...
Ac
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Device Engineer - Mechanical
$145,000 - $155,000 yearly
Alarm.com San Diego, CA
Alarm.com (ADC) is a rapidly expanding technology company developing innovative cloud and device solutions that deliver a unified, connected service to millions of residential and commercial properties in the US and abroad. We are seeking a hands-on Senior Device Engineer - Mechanical to join our hardware team in San Diego and help define the future of connected-home devices, including video doorbells, cameras, sensors, and control modules. As the Senior Device Engineer - Mechanical in our San Diego office, you will independently own the mechanical design of new products from concept through manufacturing. You will serve as the on-site mechanical point of contact for our local Technical Program Managers, Electrical Engineers, Firmware Engineers, and Acoustics Engineer, while coordinating closely with our mechanical engineering team across our Taiwan, Washington DC, and Florida offices and our manufacturing partners in Asia. This role operates in the fast-paced, high-cadence...
Av
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Sr. Engineer, Development Engineering (Utility-Scale Solar)
$115,000 - $130,000 yearly
Avantus Remote (San Diego, CA)
ABOUT AVANTUS Avantus develops, owns and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline of solar with integrated storage will generate enough dispatchable power to serve more than 10 million Americans, day and night. Backed by strategic investment from KKR and EIG, and building on more than a decade of industry leadership, Avantus is growing its position as an independent power producer, delivering affordable, reliable clean energy solutions to meet America's growing energy demand. ABOUT THE POSITION The Senior Engineer, Development Engineering is responsible for developing the site constraints for early to late-stage development projects. They will act as the technical lead for engineering studies and will coordinate cross-functionally with the development, permitting, and land team to ensure the constraints reflect the latest updates. They will work on 5-10 projects concurrently, in various stages of...
ST
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Hydro Mechanical Design Engineer
$112,704 - $169,056 yearly
Solar Turbines Incorporated San Diego, CA
Career Area: Engineering Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. This position in Solar Turbine's Package NPI team offers a rare opportunity to join a collection of high performing individuals who are working together to develop the most innovative and in-demand turbomachinery products in the energy market today. Meeting the challenges of the world's growing energy needs, this team is tasked with developing turbomachinery products serving utilities, data centers and the Oil & Gas industry. The Package NPI team is...
CB
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Engineer ( Full-Time ) San Diego, CA - DK
$160,000 - $180,000 yearly
Central Business Solutions, Inc San Diego, CA
Key Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery Lead and manage civil engineering and land development projects from planning through construction completion. Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, scopes of work, and fee proposals. Oversee preparation of construction bid packages, specifications, and contract documents. Coordinate construction support activities, field observations, and project execution. Conduct conceptual and preliminary engineering studies, including land use evaluations, infrastructure planning, zoning analysis, and site feasibility assessments. Prepare and oversee regulatory plans, public improvement plans, and private off-site improvement plans. Perform constructability reviews and provide engineering support throughout construction. Client & Agency Coordination: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, consultants, public agencies, and internal project teams. Coordinate...
QE
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Lead Opto-Mechanical Engineer - 077QE
$138,476 - $230,793 yearly
Quartus Engineering Remote (San Diego, CA)
About Quartus Quartus Engineering Incorporated (www.quartus.com) is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value. About Aerospace Sector Quartus is a key contributor to aerospace advancements, specializing in engineering simulation and custom hardware. We've played a vital role in a diverse range of free space, launch and spacecraft projects including the NASA James Webb Space Telescope project for 17 years, covering design, analysis, and testing. Quartus is involved in leading in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) systems. Our expertise spans aircraft structural design, analysis, and testing,...
Du
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager - Stormwater Engineer
$150,000 - $190,000 yearly
Dudek San Diego, CA
Overview Location(s): Southern California Practice/Department: Engineering Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $150,000-$190,000 annually* Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture , the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape....
Du
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Stormwater Engineer
$100,000 - $130,000 yearly
Dudek San Diego, CA
Overview Location(s): Southern California Practice/Department: Engineering Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $100,000-$130,000 annually* Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture , the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape....
Na
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Avionics & Electrical Engineer
$120,000 - $170,000 yearly
Natilus San Diego, CA
Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking an Avionics and Electrical Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and integrating aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including...
Na
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Aircraft Subsystems Engineering Lead
$170,000 - $195,000 yearly
Natilus San Diego, CA
Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Aircraft Subsystems Engineering Lead to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will contribute and lead end-to-end systems development, including requirements definition, system...
Na
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Aircraft Mechanisms Engineer
$115,000 - $160,000 yearly
Natilus San Diego, CA
Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Mechanisms Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role you will design and integrate aircraft mechanisms and actuation systems, supporting kinematic analysis, structural interfaces,...
DI
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Sr Medical Device Engineer (Process Development, Sensor Focus)
$105,800 - $176,300 yearly
Dexcom, Inc. San Diego, CA
The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health. We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while...
Sy
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Engineer, Mechanical Engineering- CA
$140,000 - $160,000 yearly
Synchron San Diego, CA
About Synchron Synchron's vision is to build non-surgical brain-computer interfaces at global scale that protect the fundamental human rights of freedom of expression and autonomy. Our first mission is to develop motor decoders that restore the ability of 15 million people with paralysis to interact with the digital world. Our second mission is to develop whole-brain cognitive decoders that enable hundreds of millions of people with cognitive decline to preserve and expand their agency as cognition changes over time. In pursuing these goals, we aim not only to help humans flourish, but also to drive fundamental discoveries in human intelligence. Our team operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology, translating breakthrough research into real-world, safety-critical systems. Senior Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Implantable Neuroelectronics Team (IRTU) Location: San Diego, CA (On-site) Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking a R&D...
EC
Aug 05, 2026
Intern
Substation Design Engineer Intern -Part Time
$22.00 - $32.00 hourly
E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. San Diego, CA
About the Organization E2 Consulting Engineers, LP (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. Overview E2 is looking for a Substation Design Engineer Intern to join our team in our greater Southwest region to support one of the largest electric utility clients. The successful candidate will assist in developing physical or protection and control (P&C) substation design drawings and engineering calculations for electric utility clients. The position will work under the direction of a senior engineer and will report directly to the Substation Engineering Manager or Lead Engineer. Responsibilities Assist in developing physical or protection and control (P&C)...
MD
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
$115,000 - $125,000 yearly
Medical Device Components San Diego, CA
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer At Lighteum, we pride ourselves on being more than just a place of work. We are a vibrant, innovative team committed to making a difference in the world of medical device components by enhancing the lives of patients worldwide by delivering innovative, high-quality medical components to the MedTech industry. Be a part of a team dedicated to playing a role in creating solutions that make a real impact. Your work will contribute to improving lives. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our associates' well-being. Our health and wellness benefits feature comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. To promote financial security, we also provide a 401(k) plan with generous company contribution and match, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Our paid time off policy is generous, including PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays. Be a part of our team today! Sr. Manufacturing Engineer...
NE
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Project Engineer
$95,000 - $115,000 yearly
Nasland Engineering San Diego, CA
Job Type Full-time Description At Nasland Engineering, we believe that the best work is done by a team that values collaboration, innovation, and community. As a Project Engineer, you will play a key technical and coordinating role, taking the lead on design while supporting project management activities across a wide range of civil engineering projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, mentor engineers, and contribute directly to high-quality and innovative projects. This position offers the opportunity to apply strong design skills while growing your leadership and project management experience in a collaborative, supportive environment. Requirements Lead and perform civil engineering design on a large variety of projects Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates under the direction of the Project Manager Assist with project management tasks, including scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination Maintain regular client communication to ensure...
SA
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer (R5161)
$166,632 - $249,948 yearly
Shield AI San Diego, CA
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer to play a critical role in the development of structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a senior member of the Mechanical Engineering team, you will own the design and development of high-performance structural systems, from clean-sheet concepts to production-ready hardware. You'll work across disciplines to ensure structural integrity,...
SA
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer (R5162)
$166,632 - $249,948 yearly
Shield AI San Diego, CA
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer to play a critical role in the development of structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a senior member of the Mechanical Engineering team, you will own the design and development of high-performance structural systems, from clean-sheet concepts to production-ready hardware. You'll work across disciplines to ensure structural integrity,...
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