Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in California

A Manufacturing Engineer is primarily responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods. They work closely with the design and production teams to ensure that products are manufactured efficiently and to the right quality standards. A Manufacturing Engineer uses their skills to evaluate manufacturing processes, design and implement cost-saving changes, ensure worker safety, and troubleshoot issues on the production line. They also play a vital role in the introduction of new products, helping to design and set up production processes.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Engineer include problem-solving, project management, and proficiency in data analysis and CAD software. They typically hold a degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, and industry certifications such as Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or Lean Six Sigma can be beneficial. Before becoming a Manufacturing Engineer, one may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Process Engineer, which provide essential experience and skills in production operations, quality assurance, and process design and improvement.

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Senior Vehicle Systems Engineer ( Electrical / Mechanical )

  • Hayward, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 13 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university....

Systems Engineer - Satellite Systems Rotation Programs - Entry-l NEW

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Most rotations are highly technical in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Systems Engineering and run at six to twelve month intervals, rotating...

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril's Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, Avionics focused to join our team....

Manufacturing Engineer

  • Windsor, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Windsor, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Manufacturing Engineer Location: Windsor, Connecticut, United States Category: Aerospace and Defense Job ID: P-109556 widget: Full-Time Description Job Requirements POSITION: Manufacturing Engineer...

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril's Manufacturing team is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Avionics focused to join our team....

engineering, electrical engineering, and control theory Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipment Experience with Linux and command line interfaces as well as...

Hardware Verification and Reliability Test Engineer (R-22692)

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements : A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related field (or foreign equivalent) and one (1) year of experience in the job...

Manufacturing Engineer

  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Newark, CA Department: Manufacturing Engineering Reports to: Director, Manufacturing Engineering Operations Job Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer (ME)...

Senior Test Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline 5+ years of experience in an engineering environment (test, launch, manufacturing, etc.)...

Manufacturing Engineer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred bachelor's degree in related field in Aerospace, Electrical, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering....

Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Wiring Harnesses

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. 5 + years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Thermal Control Systems

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing...

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Thermal Control Systems

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing...

Additive Manufacturing Engineer II

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Vast is looking for an Additive Manufacturing Engineer II, reporting to the Manager of Additive Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build...

Manufacturing Engineer, Body

  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

Manufacturing Engineers will develop world-class equipment and processes, working with cross-functional teams throughout the entire product launch lifecycle from design to full production ramp....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in California

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 Manufacturing Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Engineers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.8%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Engineers in California
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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