Engineer Jobs in Downey, CA

An Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry primarily focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. They design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing systems and equipment. Engineers in this field are involved in the creation and production of a wide range of products, from vehicles to household appliances. They often work closely with other professionals such as designers and quality control specialists, to ensure that the manufacturing process is as efficient as possible and adheres to safety standards and regulations.

To be successful in this role, an engineer should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and machinery. Proficiency in CAD software and other industry-related software is typically required. A bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field is usually necessary, and certification from professional bodies, such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming an Engineer, a person could hold job roles such as a Production Technician, Process Engineer, or Quality Control Analyst.

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Technical Operations Engineer - Air Defense

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field Prior military or overseas contracting experience....

Reliability Engineer (Air Defense) NEW

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Develop and implement Reliability processes for the business to improve and streamline our Design, Manufacturing, and Deployment Operations efforts for rapid development....

Senior Avionics Design Engineer NEW

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for an Avionics Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA....

Reliability Engineer (Air Defense) Costa Mesa, California, United States Apply Req ID: 3289

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Develop and implement Reliability processes for the business to improve and streamline our Design, Manufacturing, and Deployment Operations efforts for rapid development....

Senior Thermal Engineer--Aircraft and Missiles Costa Mesa, California, United States Apply Req ID: 555

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Practical experience designing passive and active thermal management systems Thermal testing experience -sensor selection, data acquisition, data post-processing Thermal FEA experience -STAR-CCM+, ANSYS...

Senior Thermal Engineer Costa Mesa, California, United States Apply Req ID: 555

  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (22 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Practical experience designing passive and active thermal management systems Thermal testing experience -sensor selection, data acquisition, data post-processing Thermal FEA experience -STAR-CCM+, ANSYS...

Senior Structural Analysis Engineer, Tools & MethodsNew

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Senior Structural Analysis Engineer, Tools & Methods Long Beach, California At Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs....

Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain (Falcon & Dragon)

  • Hawthorne, CA (12 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (12 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER, SUPPLY CHAIN (FALCON & DRAGON) SpaceX demands a new type of supply chain....

Methods Engineer- Level (AIC)

  • Garden Grove, CA (15 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (15 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: BS Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred. 2+ years of manufacturing experience preferred (e.g. Heading, Thread roll, CNC, turning, etc.)...

Propulsion Engineer, Additive (Raptor)

  • Hawthorne, CA (12 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (12 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

engineering Experience with operating additive machines, including parameter development and process control Experience with trouble shooting/repairing machines....

Supervisory Healthcare Engineer

  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Examples of acceptable engineering and architectural degrees include, but are not limited to: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture...

Senior Design Engineer

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

engineering design, analysis, and manufacturing Additional Requirements: Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones Pay Ranges: Design Engineer I: $84,200 -...

AR Engineer, Level 4

  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for an AR Engineer to join our Lens team!...

Extended Operations Performance Standards (ETOPS) Engineer (Mid-Level, Lead or Senior)

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology...

Digital Electronics Circuit & Unit Hardware Design Engineer (Associate Level or Mid-Level)

  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (7 miles from Downey, CA)
  • 2 days ago

engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science 2+ years of experience with Digital Electronics, Digital Circuits, or Digital Electronics Hardware Preferred...

Demographic Data for Downey, CA

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in Downey, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Engineers in Downey, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
32.1%
Associate's Degree
7.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
2.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Engineers in Downey, CA
1-2 years
30.8%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
15.4%
2-4 years
11.5%
4-6 years
11.5%
8-10 years
7.7%
6-8 years
3.8%



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