Engineer Jobs in Santa Cruz, 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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Principal Packaging Engineer

  • Saratoga, CA (14 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
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  • Saratoga, CA (14 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
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Engineering, or a related field....

Product RF Design Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • moments ago

They use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands on prototyping, test and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, implications to product level design, and manufacturing...

Front Line NPI Engineer

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

GAF Energy is seeking an FL NPI Engineer (Circuit formation/Soldering process up to Lamination/Encapsulation) who will work on the development and deployment of manufacturing processes (and materials...

Planning Engineer Trainee

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Sierra Circuits is committed to supporting engineers and designers through extensive educational resources....

Connectivity Engineer, AWS Data Center

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Engineering, Computer Science or other Related Field OR 10+ years of experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or other...

DC-DC Power System Design Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

production issues debug and resolutions.Perform comparative benchmarking to drive innovation and best solutions.Work with vendors to develop new integrated circuits, FETs, and passives.Collaborate with engineers...

Antenna Design Engineer, Pixel

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

As an Antenna Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of new consumer electronics for the mobile space....

Senior Catheter Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Job title Senior Catheter Engineer Function R&D Product Development Sub function R&D Mechanical Engineering Category Senior Engineer, R&D Mechanical Engineering (ST6) Location Santa Clara / United States...

Wireless Power FEA Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Work with cross-functional team such as electrical engineers, mechanical designers and material scientists Experimental validation of designs via measurement of key parameters and correlation to simulation...

Product Radio Frequency Engineer

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

They use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands-on prototyping, testing, and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, implications for product-level design, and manufacturing...

Staff Product Validation Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Validation Engineer to join our team....

Mechanical Supplier Engineer Santa Clara, CA (Onsite) MP

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Education & Experience Mechanical Engineering or equivalent w/ min 4-5 years in Supplier Development / Supplier Quality Role, Overall, 8-14 years of experience Skills Required & Desired Understanding...

RMCC Software Automation Engineer (NCG)

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Role and Responsibilities: Collaborate with Remote Monitoring Control Center Engineers and Operators to understand requirements and develop tools, dashboards and solutions to support daily operations...

Principal Consumables Engineer II

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Who You Are: (Required) You have a BS or an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering or Chemical Engineering or other closely-related field You have 10+ years of consumables-related...

Electronic Component Engineer (Level I)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Citizen Selected candidates will be required to obtain, and maintain, a minimum clearance level of Secret for long-term employment on this program Knowledge of design, manufacturing, materials, and...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Engineers in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.9%
Master's Degree
32.0%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.0%
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 Santa Cruz, 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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