Engineer Jobs in Oakland, 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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Critical Infrastructure Fire Protection Engineer (Field Engineering), DCC Communities

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

As an Amazon Critical Infrastructure Field Engineer, you will provide full life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance....

Thermal Simulation Engineer

  • Foster City, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor / Master s in mechanical engineering or equivalent from a reputed Institution / University PREFERRED SKILLS Min 3-5 years of experience in GT-suite...

Senior Analog and Charge Pump Design Engineer, Raxium

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Collaborate with layout engineers to ensure accurate implementation of analog circuit designs, considering critical layout considerations....

Civil/Structural Engineer

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

The Civil/Structural Engineer will be a member of the DM&C Operations Performance, Technical Design Engineering vertical....

Mechatronics Tooling Engineer, Optimus Program

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

engineers, manufacturing teams, and robot technicians to deeply understand requirements, identify challenges, and rapidly iterate on solutions Develop comprehensive documentation, including 3D CAD...

Machine Learning Engineer - Recommendation Algorithms and Foundational Models

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Multiple teams are looking for machine learning engineers....

Optical Transceiver Design Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Lead the hardware and PCBA design for optical transceiver. Conduct electrical and optical measurements of optical transceiver. Create optical transceiver...

Craftsmanship, Associate Engineer

  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Engineering and GD&T understanding Structured and organized approach to work Great technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills Ability to notice and address minute details that impact...

Sr Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Interior Cockpit

  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering....

Sr Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Interior Displays

  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering....

Sr Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Seals & Closures

  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Due to significant growth, we are currently seeking Sr Supplier Industrialization Engineer - Automotive Exterior Seals and Closures Commodity for our Corporate Supplier Industrialization Exteriors Team...

Design Verification Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Design Verification Test Engineer San Jose, CA $133,300.00-$186,800.00 1 day ago Physical Design and Verification Engineer CPU Verification Engineer (Multiple Locations) San Francisco Bay Area $145,000.00...

HVAC Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across design and construction teams. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline....

Design Verification Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

View, CA $220,000.00-$270,000.00 2 weeks ago CPU Verification Engineer (Multiple Locations) Santa Clara County, CA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 12 hours ago Senior Mechanical Design Verification Test Engineer...

Staff Design Reliability Engineer

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Engineering, or a related field15+ years of experience in hardware testing and reliability engineering, with a proven track record of delivering significant impactDeep understanding of testing methodologies...

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in Oakland, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Engineers in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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