Field Engineer Jobs in San Diego, CA
Field engineer jobs in San Diego are concentrated in defense and aerospace, telecommunications, and cleantech, with activity centered in Sorrento Valley, Kearny Mesa, and the Torrey Pines corridor. Employers hiring right now include Kiewit, Saalex, and FlatironDragados. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- The AV Field Engineer II will be able to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support role. That includes testing, troubleshooting of system components and functions and field verification of connections, labels, installation and work quality.
- The AV Field Engineer II will understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical manuals. They will be able to create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick-off.
- The AV Field Engineer II must understand Control System and / or DSP programming and commissioning including basic programming and setup to configure system components such as DSP, mixers, wireless mics, video & lighting systems.
- The AV Field Engineer II will be able to do basic programming and configuring of AV equipment such as DSP (Biamp/QSC/BSS/ClearOne)
- The AV Field Engineer II will be able to do basic programming and configuring of Crestron/Extron/AMX, matrix mixers and switchers, VTC (Cisco/Polycom)
- The AV Field Engineer II will be able to commission audio systems.
- The AV Field Engineer II will be able to configure IP addressable devices and have a basic understanding of data networking
- The AV Field Engineer II’s work will include work both “in house” and in the field when required
- The AV Field Engineer II will assume ownership of project installation giving next level support to the Field Engineer I as well as supporting field staff and project manager.
- The AV Field Engineer II will assist with maintaining and completing project punch-list for project close outs.
- The AV Field Engineer II will oversee the technical aspects of projects and IT coordination.
- The AV Field Engineer II will pre quality-check the projects, test all equipment and functionality and create punch lists.
- The AV Field Engineer II will assist sales staff as needed with product and system demonstrations.
- The AV Field Engineer II will assist PM with change order designs and estimates.
- The AV Field Engineer II will handle other responsibilities as assigned.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Will have at least 3-4 years of overall audio visual commercial integration industry experience working commercial integration projects.
- Must have a proven track record in audio visual systems engineering and control systems commissioning
- Must be able to work well with other people
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
- Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
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Who's Hiring
- Kiewit35

- Saalex23

- FlatironDragados23

- Formulatrix23

- IES Communications23

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate70
- Consulting & Professional Services35
- Electronics & Hardware23
- Transportation & Logistics23
- Energy12
Field Engineer Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a field engineer job in San Diego?
San Diego's field engineer market is driven by defense contractors, telecom infrastructure buildout, and cleantech firms, so candidates with hands-on technical experience in those sectors have the clearest path in. Jobs concentrate in Sorrento Valley, Kearny Mesa, and Chula Vista near military installations. A security clearance or clearance eligibility is a genuine edge with many employers here, as is experience with government or utility contracts.
Which companies hire field engineers in San Diego?
San Diego field engineer roles are posted by Kiewit, Saalex, and FlatironDragados and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. San Diego's employer mix leans heavily toward defense primes, telecom carriers, and energy utilities, alongside a growing number of biotech and medical device companies that need field support for installed equipment.
Are there remote field engineer jobs in San Diego?
Yes, though field engineer work is largely on-site by nature since most roles involve hands-on installation, commissioning, or repair at customer locations. About 23% of field engineer openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be roles with a significant technical documentation, reporting, or customer coordination component rather than physical deployment work.
How can I get a field engineer job in San Diego with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Diego is through associate field technician or field service representative roles with telecom carriers or defense subcontractors, which often provide on-the-job training. Local employers near military bases in Chula Vista and National City frequently hire entry-level candidates willing to earn security clearance eligibility. Community college programs in electronics or industrial technology in the San Diego area can also open doors with smaller contractors.
Which industries hire the most field engineers in San Diego?
San Diego field engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. San Diego's strong military presence, major telecom infrastructure investments along the I-15 and I-5 corridors, and a growing clean energy sector combine to make it one of the more active markets for field engineers on the West Coast.
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