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 Lanteris Space Systems Intuitive Machines Company, Bloom Energy, and archer. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Intuitive Machines - West, we unlock the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure. Want to play a part in humankind’s return to the moon, contribute to missions in support of national security or improve the health and sustainability of our planet? Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
What you’ll do day-to-day (with your colleagues):
We are looking for a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to join us in San Jose, CA, to support new and existing RF Active (RF converters, amplifiers and oscillators) and Passive (filters, IMUXs and OMUXs) Subsystems projects . This role is critical in the development of new satellites, these subsystems are the building blocks of complex satellites. Getting the right design of these sub-systems is a major driver of cost and schedule on every project.
In this role, you will be designing and documenting the assigned RF subsystem by interfacing with RF engineers and manufacturing engineers, among other disciplines to develop the required performance . You will follow the hardware through the development, manufacturing, and test phases, acting as a Lanteris Space technical expert on the subsystem . You will report progress and issues to your management team.
Responsibilities:
Acts as the Mechanical Design Engineer for a variety of RF subsystems.
Determine applicable specifications for each design, development, test, and/or production activity.
Provides technical consultation to management and to other engineering and scientific personnel.
Designs, Documents and reports on engineering progress on assigned projects.
Provide technical analysis and recommendations.
Prepares and delivers briefings and issues reports on activities, analyses, experiments, and all work performed.
Introduce innovative and creative techniques in area of specialty.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field.
2-3 years related working experience required . A masters degree may be substituted for two years of experience.
Experience with CREO 3D design
Preferred Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge in a specific engineering or scientific field in RF technologies and engineering.
Has performed structural and/or thermal analyses.
Provide functional guidance to personnel assigned to assist . Receives assignments with limited supervision.
Represents the company to customers and/or vendors in providing solutions for technical problems.
Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines.
Contribute to major technical proposal efforts.
In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.
The base pay for this position within California is: $82,000.00 - $136,000.00 annually.For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.
The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.
Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please review the job details below.
At Intuitive Machines - West, we unlock the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure. Want to play a part in humankind’s return to the moon, contribute to missions in support of national security or improve the health and sustainability of our planet? Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
What you’ll do day-to-day (with your colleagues):
We are looking for a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to join us in San Jose, CA, to support new and existing RF Active (RF converters, amplifiers and oscillators) and Passive (filters, IMUXs and OMUXs) Subsystems projects . This role is critical in the development of new satellites, these subsystems are the building blocks of complex satellites. Getting the right design of these sub-systems is a major driver of cost and schedule on every project.
In this role, you will be designing and documenting the assigned RF subsystem by interfacing with RF engineers and manufacturing engineers, among other disciplines to develop the required performance . You will follow the hardware through the development, manufacturing, and test phases, acting as a Lanteris Space technical expert on the subsystem . You will report progress and issues to your management team.
Responsibilities:
Acts as the Mechanical Design Engineer for a variety of RF subsystems.
Determine applicable specifications for each design, development, test, and/or production activity.
Provides technical consultation to management and to other engineering and scientific personnel.
Designs, Documents and reports on engineering progress on assigned projects.
Provide technical analysis and recommendations.
Prepares and delivers briefings and issues reports on activities, analyses, experiments, and all work performed.
Introduce innovative and creative techniques in area of specialty.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field.
2-3 years related working experience required . A masters degree may be substituted for two years of experience.
Experience with CREO 3D design
Preferred Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge in a specific engineering or scientific field in RF technologies and engineering.
Has performed structural and/or thermal analyses.
Provide functional guidance to personnel assigned to assist . Receives assignments with limited supervision.
Represents the company to customers and/or vendors in providing solutions for technical problems.
Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines.
Contribute to major technical proposal efforts.
In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.
The base pay for this position within California is: $82,000.00 - $136,000.00 annually.For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.
The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.
Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
- Lanteris Space Systems Intuitive Machines Company64
- Bloom Energy43
- archer21
- ALFATECH21
- Muon Space21
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- Manufacturing21
- Science & Research21
- Electronics & Hardware21
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 Lanteris Space Systems Intuitive Machines Company, Bloom Energy, and archer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 33% of mechanical design engineer openings tied to San Jose are remote or hybrid as of September 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 Manufacturing, Science & Research, and Electronics & Hardware, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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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