Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in San Jose, CA
Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in San Jose are in strong demand, concentrated in North San Jose, the Alviso industrial corridor, and the downtown tech core, across semiconductor equipment, defense electronics, and medical device manufacturing. Employers hiring right now include Apple, ALFATECH, and Ayar Labs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and forward-thinking group that manages Apple’s workplaces and workplace service. We develop and run Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, providing outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world!
Description
You will have close coordination with project managers, design team, and design builders from project initiation through the completion of the project. You will also interface with Maintenance Operation Team to evaluate the equipment specified and influence future design and specifications to reduce future costs.","responsibilities":"Perform due diligence on project requirements and support project managers from initiation through building and tenant improvement design to ensure compliance with Apple standards.
Evaluate site and building selection with code, cost and schedule in mind.
Review and approve submittals and respond to RFIs.
Review building systems capacity and performance, including equipment schedules and BMS trends.
Review project schedules and coordinate the building design review process.
Troubleshoot building operation issues and support Maintenance Operations in evaluating specified equipment to reduce future costs.
Review Planning Group proposals and asset disposition. [Clarify what this means.]
Maintain and train others on Mechanical, Plumbing, Commissioning, and Process guidelines and templates.
Provide technical support to EH&S, Fire Protection and Alarm, Controls, Electrical and Energy groups.
Help select commissioning agents and review and approve their plans, reports, sequences of operations and test scripts.
Meet with engineering groups, operations and business units to understand requirements and provide MEP design guidance on mechanical, electrical and process piping solutions.
Engage site operations from design through project turnover.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with a proven ability to partner effectively with project managers, design teams, and operations units at all levels.
Highly adaptable and agile, with the ability to pivot quickly and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide high-level technical guidance and strategic recommendations on electrical systems and infrastructure.
Experience with PLC and DDC building management systems, including the ability to lead design discussions and review sequences of operations.
Experience overseeing commissioning agents, including reviewing and approving commissioning plans and reports.
Strong strategic mindset with a commitment to making decisions that uphold the organization's long-term interests, facility standards, and operational excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
7+ years of experience in a Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) construction, engineering, or design capacity.
Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of laboratory facilities.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $178,800 and $268,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and forward-thinking group that manages Apple’s workplaces and workplace service. We develop and run Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, providing outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world!
Description
You will have close coordination with project managers, design team, and design builders from project initiation through the completion of the project. You will also interface with Maintenance Operation Team to evaluate the equipment specified and influence future design and specifications to reduce future costs.","responsibilities":"Perform due diligence on project requirements and support project managers from initiation through building and tenant improvement design to ensure compliance with Apple standards.
Evaluate site and building selection with code, cost and schedule in mind.
Review and approve submittals and respond to RFIs.
Review building systems capacity and performance, including equipment schedules and BMS trends.
Review project schedules and coordinate the building design review process.
Troubleshoot building operation issues and support Maintenance Operations in evaluating specified equipment to reduce future costs.
Review Planning Group proposals and asset disposition. [Clarify what this means.]
Maintain and train others on Mechanical, Plumbing, Commissioning, and Process guidelines and templates.
Provide technical support to EH&S, Fire Protection and Alarm, Controls, Electrical and Energy groups.
Help select commissioning agents and review and approve their plans, reports, sequences of operations and test scripts.
Meet with engineering groups, operations and business units to understand requirements and provide MEP design guidance on mechanical, electrical and process piping solutions.
Engage site operations from design through project turnover.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with a proven ability to partner effectively with project managers, design teams, and operations units at all levels.
Highly adaptable and agile, with the ability to pivot quickly and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to provide high-level technical guidance and strategic recommendations on electrical systems and infrastructure.
Experience with PLC and DDC building management systems, including the ability to lead design discussions and review sequences of operations.
Experience overseeing commissioning agents, including reviewing and approving commissioning plans and reports.
Strong strategic mindset with a commitment to making decisions that uphold the organization's long-term interests, facility standards, and operational excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
7+ years of experience in a Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) construction, engineering, or design capacity.
Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of laboratory facilities.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $178,800 and $268,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Who's Hiring
- Apple26
- ALFATECH26
- Ayar Labs26
- Capgemini26
- Muon Space26
Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
- Electronics & Hardware
Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in San Jose: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mechanical design engineer job in San Jose?
Focus on the sectors that drive San Jose hiring: semiconductor capital equipment, aerospace and defense contractors, and medical device firms clustered in North San Jose and along the Alviso waterfront. Hands-on CAD proficiency in SolidWorks or CATIA, experience with tolerance analysis, and familiarity with clean-room or high-reliability manufacturing standards give candidates a clear edge in this market over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire mechanical design engineers in San Jose?
Employers hiring mechanical design engineers in San Jose right now include Apple, ALFATECH, and Ayar Labs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Jose's base of semiconductor equipment makers, defense systems integrators, and precision medical device manufacturers means hiring tends to favor engineers with specialized hardware and manufacturing backgrounds.
Are there remote mechanical design engineer jobs in San Jose?
Yes, but only partially, mechanical design engineering is inherently hands-on, with lab access, prototype builds, and hardware testing keeping most roles on-site. About 50% of mechanical design engineer openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those flexible arrangements tend to cover documentation, CAD modeling, and design review work rather than full roles.
How can I get a mechanical design engineer job in San Jose with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Jose is through co-op or internship programs at semiconductor equipment companies in North San Jose, which regularly hire students and recent graduates for hands-on design support roles. Contract-to-hire positions at local defense and aerospace firms are another strong option. Building a portfolio with SolidWorks projects, tolerance stackup examples, or personal hardware builds helps you stand out to San Jose hiring managers reviewing entry-level applicants.
Which industries hire the most mechanical design engineers in San Jose?
Most mechanical design engineer openings in San Jose sit in Science & Research and Electronics & Hardware, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Jose's role as the core of Silicon Valley's hardware ecosystem means semiconductor capital equipment and precision manufacturing consistently generate the highest concentration of openings for this role locally.
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