Equipment Engineer Jobs in California
Equipment Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in semiconductor fabrication, aerospace and defense, and medical device manufacturing at every level from entry-level process technician to senior principal engineer. The largest hiring markets are San Jose and the broader South Bay, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers like Applied Materials, Qualcomm, and Raytheon Technologies maintain significant engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties include process equipment engineering, failure analysis, and tool qualification for advanced node semiconductor and cleanroom environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This person will have a key role in the growth of the engineering department and overall facility. Our facility is growing and looking to add a dedicated mechanical engineer to expand our capabilities. This person will review specifications, design steel and copper parts, create assembly drawings, bills of materials and equipment layouts for power distribution equipment. The role will report to the engineering manager and will have no direct reports.
We are looking for Mechanical Engineer. This position will be based at Pomona California.
- Review customer technical specifications and verify the Siemens solution meets the customer requirements.
- Work independently and/or with a team to create required customer documentation, typically including custom mechanical assemblies, bills of materials, and equipment layouts.
- Utilize Creo (Pro/E) 3D software package along with Teamcenter to create steel and copper part and assemblies.
- Provide factory support during the manufacture of your projects.
- Position requires the ability to successfully interact with application engineering, R&D, sales, customer, and manufacturing production personnel.
- Assist in training other engineers and employees as required.
You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar
- 1-3 years experience creating mechanical assemblies
- Working knowledge of 3D design software
- Strong work ethic with a focus on exceeding customer expectations
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Switchgear/Switchboard products
- Experience in a fast paced production engineering environment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Familiar with Electrical schematics and electrical components
- Skilled in Creo (Pro/E) 3D design software
- Experience with a data management system, preferable Teamcenter
- Experience with Visual Basic programming or other programming languages
- Experience with an ERP system, preferably SAP.
- Proven track record of innovative thinking and process improvement
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma
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Equipment Engineer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tesla26

- Divergent5

- Joby Aviation4

- Intuitive (Intuitive Surgical)4

- Bloom Energy3

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Aerospace & Defense
- Technology & Software
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or materials engineering from an accredited California or equivalent program
- Hands-on experience maintaining, qualifying, or improving capital equipment in a cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with statistical process control tools and equipment performance monitoring methodologies
- Familiarity with semiconductor fab equipment such as CVD, etch, lithography, or CMP systems
- Experience writing and executing equipment qualification protocols including installation and operational qualification documentation
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with process, quality, and facilities teams in a California production setting
Equipment Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment engineer in California?
Most equipment engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or materials engineering from an ABET-accredited program. California does not require a state-issued license specifically for equipment engineers in private industry, though engineers who offer services directly to the public may pursue licensure through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Employers in semiconductor and medical device manufacturing typically prioritize cleanroom or manufacturing equipment experience alongside the degree.
Which companies hire equipment engineers in California?
Employers hiring equipment engineers in California right now include Tesla, Divergent, and Joby Aviation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of semiconductor fabs, aerospace primes, and medical device manufacturers makes it one of the most active states for equipment engineering hiring year-round.
Which California cities have the most equipment engineer jobs?
Fremont, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale have the most equipment engineer openings in California. The San Jose and South Bay concentration reflects the dense cluster of semiconductor fabs and capital equipment manufacturers headquartered there, while San Diego draws openings from its large defense and medical device base, and Los Angeles from its aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.
Are there remote equipment engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Equipment engineers typically work on-site with physical machinery, so most roles require a presence in the fab, cleanroom, or production floor. About 11% of equipment engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cover documentation, qualification writing, or vendor coordination rather than hands-on equipment work.
How can I get hired as a equipment engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to equipment or process engineering associate roles at California semiconductor and medical device manufacturers, which regularly hire new graduates from programs at Cal Poly, UC San Diego, and San Jose State. Companies like Lam Research and KLA run structured new-graduate programs that provide equipment training from the ground up. Adjacent roles such as equipment technician or process technician at a California fab are a common lateral move, and completing coursework in statistical process control or earning a Lean Six Sigma certificate strengthens an entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers across the semiconductor, aerospace, and medical device industries. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from each listing.
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