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Design Engineer jobs in Irvine are concentrated in the Irvine Spectrum, the Irvine Business Complex, and the research corridors near UC Irvine, across aerospace, semiconductor, medical device, and defense sectors. Employers hiring right now include Apple, Broadcom, and Terran Orbital. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Bring more to life.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Masimo, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
Masimo is a global medical technology company that develops and produces a wide array of industry-leading monitoring technologies, including non-invasive measurements, sensors, patient monitors, and automation and connectivity solutions. Our mission is, Masimo innovations empower clinicians to transform patient care. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a culture that’s driven by passion, challenging the status quo, and making an impact in the lives of others.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Engineer II, Hardware Design is responsible for is responsible for the design, development, verification, and support of electronic hardware used in Masimo’s medical device products. This role provides strong technical contribution across the hardware development lifecycle, including circuit design, board-level implementation, verification, troubleshooting, and sustaining engineering.
This position reports to the Sr Director, Instrument Hardware and is part of the Hardware Engineering department located in Irvine, CA and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Design and develop digital and analog electronic circuits to be used for medical device applications.
- Support hardware development activities across the engineering lifecycle, including schematic design, board layout, design verification, and sustaining engineering.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues at component, board, and system levels and support root cause analysis investigations.
- Support development of system and board-level requirements for assigned projects.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to design quality, reliability, manufacturability, and engineering efficiency.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline with 3+ years of progressive experience in electronics design, development, and troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting schematic entry, board layout, board bring-up, and debugging activities.
- Working knowledge of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and USB.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience programming microcontrollers.
- Experience with electrical simulation tools such as PSPICE, Multisim, or equivalent.
Masimo, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
The annual salary range for this role is $90,000 - $115,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for up to a 10% annual bonus.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
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Design Engineer Jobs in Irvine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a design engineer job in Irvine?
Target the aerospace, medical device, semiconductor, and defense companies concentrated in the Irvine Spectrum and Irvine Business Complex. Employers in these sectors value CAD proficiency, experience with product lifecycle management tools, and hands-on prototyping or testing background. Networking through UC Irvine engineering alumni channels and local industry events gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants who apply cold.
Which companies hire design engineers in Irvine?
Employers hiring design engineers in Irvine right now include Apple, Broadcom, and Terran Orbital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Irvine's employer mix skews toward mid-size to large technology, defense, and medical device firms, many of which maintain dedicated engineering centers in the city.
Are there remote design engineer jobs in Irvine?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for design engineers since the role often requires hands-on lab work, prototyping, or access to specialized equipment. About 20% of design engineer openings tied to Irvine are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and the roles most likely to offer flexibility are those focused on CAD modeling, documentation, or systems analysis rather than physical hardware testing.
How can I get a design engineer job in Irvine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Irvine is a junior or associate design engineer role at a mid-size medical device or electronics company, where project teams tend to be smaller and early-career engineers take on broader responsibilities sooner. UC Irvine's co-op and internship pipeline connects directly to Irvine Spectrum employers, and contract-to-hire positions at local defense contractors are a common way to build a full-time offer.
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