Engineering Team Leader Jobs in California
Engineering Team Leader jobs in California are among the most actively recruited roles in the state, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductors, software infrastructure, and clean energy across a seniority range from senior individual contributor stepping into leadership through principal and director-level positions. The largest hiring volumes are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where anchor employers such as Lockheed Martin, Qualcomm, and Google maintain long-standing engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties include software engineering leadership, hardware and systems engineering, and manufacturing process leadership tied to California's advanced manufacturing base. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
We are seeking a BMP/Restoration Services Group Leader to join our growing team in Concord, CA. In this role, you’ll coordinate hiring and oversee the crews installing stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). You’ll work closely with our internal construction team and our clients and ensure crews correctly install/remove BMPs as required by the SWPPP while ensuring all safety requirements are followed.
The Restoration Services Team Leader manages a diverse portfolio of construction activities—including installation of erosion control devices, stormwater BMP installation, hydroseeding, right‑of‑way clearing, fencing, and emergency response—supporting utility, transportation, and municipal clients throughout California.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and execute the vision for environmental and restoration construction operations, building and scaling high‑performing BMP field teams and office support
- Oversee a diverse portfolio of work, including stormwater BMP installation and removal, erosion control, hydroseeding, right‑of‑way clearing, fencing, and emergency response for utility and municipal clients
- Manage existing BMP work performed by subcontractors, direct subcontractor crews and conduct periodic safety audits
- Hire, train, and lead superintendents and field crews, fostering a strong safety culture and high‑quality field execution
- Apply strong technical knowledge of stormwater BMP installation techniques and other light construction projects to oversee the planning work and scheduling crews in a dynamic environment
- Proposal development for new projects/opportunities including budget preparation as well as written proposal development, participating in RFP Interviews
- Coordinate labor, equipment, and resources to maintain schedules, compliance, and profitability across projects
- Review and approve timecards, field reports, schedules, and project correspondence to support accurate tracking and operational efficiency
- Oversee project performance-QA/QC
- Enforce health and safety standards to prevent injury‑related shutdowns and promptly escalate issues to the Project Manager or Chief Safety Officer
What You’ll Bring:
- Associate degree or relevant experience in project management or construction projects
- 7+ years of experience in the construction industry-focus on BMP services
- 5+ years of experience in construction site management
- Experience Installing typical construction site BMP’s
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong commitment to completing work safely
- Experience scheduling multiple jobsites/resources daily
- Managing diverse teams- office and field based
- Ability to commute to job sites and travel long distances and overnight as needed
Preferred:
- CHST certification
- PMP certification
- Fluent in Spanish
Salary Range:
$115,000-$125,000
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
We are seeking a BMP/Restoration Services Group Leader to join our growing team in Concord, CA. In this role, you’ll coordinate hiring and oversee the crews installing stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). You’ll work closely with our internal construction team and our clients and ensure crews correctly install/remove BMPs as required by the SWPPP while ensuring all safety requirements are followed.
The Restoration Services Team Leader manages a diverse portfolio of construction activities—including installation of erosion control devices, stormwater BMP installation, hydroseeding, right‑of‑way clearing, fencing, and emergency response—supporting utility, transportation, and municipal clients throughout California.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and execute the vision for environmental and restoration construction operations, building and scaling high‑performing BMP field teams and office support
- Oversee a diverse portfolio of work, including stormwater BMP installation and removal, erosion control, hydroseeding, right‑of‑way clearing, fencing, and emergency response for utility and municipal clients
- Manage existing BMP work performed by subcontractors, direct subcontractor crews and conduct periodic safety audits
- Hire, train, and lead superintendents and field crews, fostering a strong safety culture and high‑quality field execution
- Apply strong technical knowledge of stormwater BMP installation techniques and other light construction projects to oversee the planning work and scheduling crews in a dynamic environment
- Proposal development for new projects/opportunities including budget preparation as well as written proposal development, participating in RFP Interviews
- Coordinate labor, equipment, and resources to maintain schedules, compliance, and profitability across projects
- Review and approve timecards, field reports, schedules, and project correspondence to support accurate tracking and operational efficiency
- Oversee project performance-QA/QC
- Enforce health and safety standards to prevent injury‑related shutdowns and promptly escalate issues to the Project Manager or Chief Safety Officer
What You’ll Bring:
- Associate degree or relevant experience in project management or construction projects
- 7+ years of experience in the construction industry-focus on BMP services
- 5+ years of experience in construction site management
- Experience Installing typical construction site BMP’s
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong commitment to completing work safely
- Experience scheduling multiple jobsites/resources daily
- Managing diverse teams- office and field based
- Ability to commute to job sites and travel long distances and overnight as needed
Preferred:
- CHST certification
- PMP certification
- Fluent in Spanish
Salary Range:
$115,000-$125,000
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.
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Engineering Team Leader Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Target5
- Cisco Systems1
- Stantec1
- Verdantas1
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail5
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Electronics & Hardware1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering team leader jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline required
- Five or more years of hands-on engineering experience in a California industry sector
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams on complex projects
- Proficiency with Agile, Scrum, or systems engineering project management frameworks
- Strong technical communication skills for stakeholder and executive-level reporting
- Experience with California regulatory standards such as CEQA or Title 24 where applicable
Engineering Team Leader Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering team leader in California?
The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, then building several years of hands-on engineering experience before moving into a team lead role. For civil, structural, or geotechnical specialties, California employers typically expect a Professional Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. For software, hardware, and systems roles, demonstrable technical leadership experience and a strong project portfolio carry more weight than any single credential.
How much do engineering team leaders make in California?
Engineering team leaders in California earn a median of about $210,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $137,900 for the lowest 10% to over $296,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire engineering team leaders in California?
Employers hiring engineering team leaders in California right now include Target, Cisco Systems, and Stantec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and large technology campuses means demand is distributed across the state rather than tied to a single sector.
Which California cities have the most engineering team leader jobs?
Alameda, Azusa, and Bakersfield account for the largest share of engineering team leader openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its dense cluster of technology headquarters and semiconductor companies, Los Angeles draws heavily from aerospace, defense, and entertainment technology employers, and San Diego's strength in defense contracting and biotech sustains steady demand for engineering leadership in Southern California.
Are there remote engineering team leader jobs in California?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical roles because engineering team leaders frequently need to be on-site to manage lab work, hardware builds, or manufacturing lines. About 0% of engineering team leader openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote options appearing most often in software platform and cloud infrastructure teams where day-to-day work does not require physical presence.
How can I get hired as a engineering team leader in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing an engineering individual contributor role at a California employer with a formal leadership development track, then pursuing a team lead designation on an internal project. Large California employers in aerospace, defense, and technology commonly run rotational engineering programs and associate engineering roles designed for early-career candidates. Moving laterally from a senior engineer, technical program coordinator, or engineering project lead position is the most common bridge, and completing a Professional Engineer exam registration with the California board strengthens a candidacy for civil and systems roles.
Where can I find and apply to engineering team leader jobs in California?
You can find and apply to engineering team leader jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including technology, aerospace, defense, and clean energy. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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