Senior Engineer Jobs in El Cajon, CA

A Senior Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for the design, development, testing, and evaluation of integrated systems for managing industrial production processes. This includes human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. Their duties may also involve improving manufacturing processes and advancing product design, often utilizing innovative technology. They ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.

Essential skills for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer include excellent problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, leadership abilities, and project management experience. Proficiency with CAD software and other engineering tools is also necessary. They should have a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, and a Master's degree or Professional Engineer (PE) certification is often preferred. Prior roles that lead to a Senior Engineer position might include Junior Engineer, Process Engineer, or Project Engineer.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • SAIC (Science Applications Int.)
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Apply Design for Manufacturing principles to prototype and production designs. Perform Finite Element Analysis for structural and mechanical components....

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AI Technical Project Lead/Engineer - SFL Scientific

  • Deloitte
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. From strategy to execution, this team delivers...

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Design Studies Engineer - Technical Director

  • WSP
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Design Studies Engineer - Technical Director with an Electrical Studies emphasis for our Boise, Idaho office. Remote candidates will...

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Senior Engineer

  • Productive Data Solution
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Compensation: 80-110/hr depending on market Contract - Remote in US About the Role We're looking for a Senior Full-Stack Engineer with deep technical expertise and a strong sense of ownership....

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Principal Engineer Hardware

  • Northrop Grumman
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has an opening for a Principal Hardware Engineer (Level 3) to join our Manufacturing Engineering team....

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Consulting Chief Engineer

  • Northrop Grumman
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago

, manufacturing, and test processes Preferred Qualifications: Post graduate degree in STEM or technical management Demonstrated success in leading technical development of complex RF based electronic...

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Engineer Systems Test/ Principal Engineer System Test

  • Northrop Grumman
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have...

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Principal Engineer, Systems (R5048)

  • Shield AI
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Qualcomm
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Interface with vendors and manufacturing partners to ensure design for manufacturability and support timely build schedules....

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Bluetooth Software Performance Lead Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

  • Apple
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: May 12, 2026 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 20... Join the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems organization and be part of anoutstanding team of engineers driving...

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Technical Director

  • LabCorp
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Labcorp is a global leader in innovative laboratory services, advancing healthcare through science and technology. Our San Diego Core Testing Laboratory plays a critical role in delivering timely,...

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Director/Principal Engineer Automotive Software

  • Qualcomm
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Software Engineering General Summary: Seeking highly skilled and motivated Director/Principal level Customer Project Engineer for Automotive Software Platform team. In this role, you will be...

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Principal Engineer/Manager

  • Qualcomm
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

##Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group >Machine Learning Engineering General Summary: Auto AI Systems: Team Lead We are seeking a highly qualified...

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Senior Engineer, Air Vehicle Fluid Systems (R4891)

  • Shield AI
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

\n Required qualifications: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). 5+ years experience with fluid or hydraulic system design, component design, system analysis, supplier management, requirements...

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Senior Engineer, Mechanisms (R4890)

  • Shield AI
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for contributing to the mechanical design and development of Shield AI's autonomous UAV products....

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Demographic Data for El Cajon, CA

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in El Cajon, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.7%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Senior Engineers in El Cajon, CA
10+ years
36.1%
6-8 years
31.2%
8-10 years
15.0%
4-6 years
6.2%
1-2 years
5.2%
None
5.0%
2-4 years
1.1%



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