Product Design Engineer Jobs in California

Product Design Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in consumer electronics, medical devices, aerospace, and automotive technology, with openings at every level from new-grad mechanical designer to senior systems engineer. The largest hiring activity is in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where companies like Apple, Medtronic, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties right now are electromechanical systems design, DFM-focused product development, and human-centered hardware design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles182+
Top employerApple
Top cityCupertino, CA
Cities hiring28
Work type90% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Apple
System Product Design Engineer
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System Product Design Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$181k - $318k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Apple
Home Product Design Engineer
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Home Product Design Engineer
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$147k - $272k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Sr. Product Design Engineer
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Sr. Product Design Engineer
Amazon.com
Sunnyvale, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$158k - $214k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Apple
Product Design Engineer
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Product Design Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$127k - $191k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Apple
Accessories Product Design Engineer
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Accessories Product Design Engineer
Apple
San Francisco Bay Area, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$127k - $221k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Product Design Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cupertino
39 jobs
San Jose
29 jobs
San Francisco
23 jobs
Sunnyvale
14 jobs
San Diego
12 jobs
San Mateo
10 jobs
Los Angeles
9 jobs
Milpitas
6 jobs
Santa Clara
6 jobs

Product Design Engineer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple65
  • Cadence Design Systems
    Cadence Design Systems19
  • Meta
    Meta9
  • Amazon
    Amazon5
  • Google
    Google4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware86
  • Technology & Software54
  • Banking & Financial Services15
  • Artificial Intelligence5
  • Consulting & Professional Services4

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in product design engineer jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or product design engineering required
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for 3D modeling
  • Experience with design for manufacturability and tolerance analysis on physical products
  • Demonstrated portfolio of physical products taken from concept through production
  • Familiarity with prototyping methods including CNC machining, injection molding, and 3D printing
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with manufacturing, electrical, and UX teams

Product Design Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a product design engineer in California?

Most product design engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a closely related field. The role does not carry a state-issued license, but engineers who progress into signing off on public-safety systems often pursue California licensure through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Building a portfolio of physical product work and gaining hands-on prototyping experience are what California employers weigh most heavily.

Which companies hire product design engineers in California?

Employers hiring product design engineers in California right now include Apple, Cadence Design Systems, and Meta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of consumer electronics, medical device, and aerospace firms means demand is spread across both large multinationals and well-funded hardware startups.

Which California cities have the most product design engineer jobs?

Cupertino, San Jose, and San Francisco have the most product design engineer openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its dense cluster of consumer electronics and hardware companies, while San Diego draws heavily from the medical device and defense sectors, and Los Angeles reflects demand from aerospace, entertainment technology, and automotive design studios based in the region.

Are there remote product design engineer jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Product design engineering is inherently hands-on, with regular lab access, prototype reviews, and manufacturing coordination required. About 10% of product design engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles tend to be in early-stage concept work, CAD-heavy system design, or vendor coordination rather than physical prototyping or testing.

How can I get hired as a product design engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate product design or mechanical design role at a California hardware company, where you support senior engineers on CAD modeling, tolerance analysis, and prototype builds. Large California employers such as medical device manufacturers in San Diego and Bay Area consumer electronics firms regularly hire new graduates into rotational engineering programs. A portfolio showing physical products you have designed and built, even from coursework or personal projects, carries more weight than years of experience at this stage.

Where can I find and apply to product design engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to product design engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the California market. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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