Field Engineer Jobs in California
Field engineer jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in aerospace and defense, telecommunications infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing, and utility-scale energy systems, covering roles from entry-level installation technicians through senior systems engineers. The heaviest hiring is centered in Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego, where employers such as Northrop Grumman, Qualcomm, and Pacific Gas and Electric maintain large field operations. Telecommunications build-out, grid modernization, and semiconductor equipment installation are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Field Application Engineer to identify new market opportunities, build strategic customer relationships, and drive business growth. This individual will work closely with customers, sales teams, engineering, and product management to understand technical requirements, develop effective solutions, and secure early-stage design wins.
The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge with strong commercial skills and has experience developing sales pipelines and converting emerging opportunities into long-term business.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify new market opportunities, target customers, applications, and areas for revenue growth.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified business opportunities.
- Partner with the sales team to engage customers early and secure design wins.
- Build relationships with customer engineering, procurement, product-development, and business leadership teams.
- Understand customer technical roadmaps, business priorities, and pain points.
- Translate customer requirements into actionable solution opportunities for internal engineering and product teams.
- Present technical value propositions and differentiated solutions to customers.
- Coordinate with sales, engineering, product management, operations, and other internal teams throughout the business-development process.
- Lead customer meetings, technical workshops, presentations, and commercial discussions.
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, emerging technologies, and customer priorities.
- Support proposal development, pricing discussions, negotiations, and opportunity closure.
- Maintain accurate opportunity tracking, forecasts, customer updates, and business-development plans.
- Represent the company at customer events, conferences, and industry trade shows.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- MBA or relevant master's degree is preferred.
- At least five years of professional experience in a technology-related industry.
- At least three years of customer-facing experience in business development, technical sales, sales engineering, field applications engineering, or a similar role.
- Demonstrated success in developing new business, building sales pipelines, and securing customer design wins.
- Ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into compelling business and solution proposals.
- Strong presentation, negotiation, relationship-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical, commercial, and executive stakeholders.
- Experience working across functions, cultures, and geographic regions.
- Fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This may include U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or individuals holding valid and transferable U.S. work authorization.
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Field Application Engineer to identify new market opportunities, build strategic customer relationships, and drive business growth. This individual will work closely with customers, sales teams, engineering, and product management to understand technical requirements, develop effective solutions, and secure early-stage design wins.
The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge with strong commercial skills and has experience developing sales pipelines and converting emerging opportunities into long-term business.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify new market opportunities, target customers, applications, and areas for revenue growth.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified business opportunities.
- Partner with the sales team to engage customers early and secure design wins.
- Build relationships with customer engineering, procurement, product-development, and business leadership teams.
- Understand customer technical roadmaps, business priorities, and pain points.
- Translate customer requirements into actionable solution opportunities for internal engineering and product teams.
- Present technical value propositions and differentiated solutions to customers.
- Coordinate with sales, engineering, product management, operations, and other internal teams throughout the business-development process.
- Lead customer meetings, technical workshops, presentations, and commercial discussions.
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, emerging technologies, and customer priorities.
- Support proposal development, pricing discussions, negotiations, and opportunity closure.
- Maintain accurate opportunity tracking, forecasts, customer updates, and business-development plans.
- Represent the company at customer events, conferences, and industry trade shows.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- MBA or relevant master's degree is preferred.
- At least five years of professional experience in a technology-related industry.
- At least three years of customer-facing experience in business development, technical sales, sales engineering, field applications engineering, or a similar role.
- Demonstrated success in developing new business, building sales pipelines, and securing customer design wins.
- Ability to understand technical requirements and translate them into compelling business and solution proposals.
- Strong presentation, negotiation, relationship-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical, commercial, and executive stakeholders.
- Experience working across functions, cultures, and geographic regions.
- Fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This may include U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or individuals holding valid and transferable U.S. work authorization.
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/
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Field Engineer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- FlatironDragados14
- Kiewit11
- Tesla9
- BD8
- Molex6
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware22
- Manufacturing15
- Technology & Software14
- Construction & Real Estate14
- Energy11
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering from an accredited institution
- California Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of licensure through NCEES preferred for senior roles
- Hands-on experience commissioning, maintaining, or troubleshooting industrial or telecom equipment in the field
- Valid California driver's license with a clean record for site travel across service territories
- Proficiency with field diagnostic tools, SCADA systems, or manufacturer-specific calibration software
- Strong written communication skills for technical reports, site documentation, and client-facing updates
Field Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field engineer in California?
Most field engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, or systems engineering from an ABET-accredited program. For roles requiring a Professional Engineer credential, candidates pursue licensure through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists by passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then the Principles and Practice exam after gaining qualifying experience. Many employers also value manufacturer-specific certifications relevant to the equipment or systems in their California operations.
Which companies hire field engineers in California?
Employers hiring field engineers in California right now include FlatironDragados, Kiewit, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of aerospace contractors, investor-owned utilities, and telecom infrastructure companies means field engineer demand is broad and persistent across the state.
Which California cities have the most field engineer jobs?
San Jose, San Diego, and San Francisco consistently post the most field engineer openings in California. Los Angeles anchors hiring in aerospace, defense, and entertainment technology infrastructure, San Jose draws demand from semiconductor equipment and enterprise networking companies in Silicon Valley, and San Diego reflects the strong presence of defense contractors and biomedical device manufacturers headquartered along the coast.
Are there remote field engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Field engineering is inherently site-dependent, with most roles requiring on-site commissioning, equipment maintenance, or customer installation work. About 33% of field engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be technical support or systems coordination roles rather than hands-on deployment work.
How can I get hired as a field engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to field service technician or associate field engineer roles, which large California employers use as structured onboarding tracks for new graduates. Companies such as Northrop Grumman and Qualcomm run rotational or early-career programs out of their Southern California and San Diego campuses. A completed engineering internship, an EIT designation from the California Board for Professional Engineers, or a manufacturer-recognized equipment certification all strengthen a candidate's file significantly against more experienced applicants.
Where can I find and apply to field engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to field engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that interest you.
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