Staff Designer Jobs in San Diego, CA
Staff Designer jobs in San Diego, California are available now at employers like Kleinfelder, Affiliated Engineers, and Affirm and other local employers, from entry level to senior. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description:
What you'll do:
- Define and execute the vision of the battery system for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and all ground equipment
- Deploy high voltage batteries (270V and higher) to support a power system on the order of 100kW
- Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments (high altitude, radiation, etc.)
- Execute make/buy trades that align with a long term development roadmap
- Help hire and build the Power System team
- Build a world class power electronics lab that serves all battery needs
- Ensure system performance and reliability is met through rigorous verification
- Debug complex problems related to the electrical design, environmental, manufacturing, etc.
- Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
- Work in a fast-paced environment
Required qualifications:
- You have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Battery design experience on large aircraft, or an equivalent power system (rocket, satellite, submarine, etc.)
- 5+ years relevant experience
- Have delivered battery power systems to market
- Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
- Strong technical fundamentals and analysis
Full-time regular employee offer package:
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Who's Hiring
- Kleinfelder2

- Affiliated Engineers2

- Affirm1

- Intuit1

- Gensler1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Aerospace & Defense1
- Media & Entertainment1
- Technology & Software1
- Construction & Real Estate1
Staff Designer Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How many staff designer jobs are there in San Diego?
There are 12+ staff designer openings in San Diego, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as San Diego employers hire.
Which companies hire staff designers in San Diego?
Companies currently hiring staff designers in San Diego include Kleinfelder, Affiliated Engineers, and Affirm, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote staff designer jobs in San Diego?
Yes. About 20% of staff designer openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around San Diego.
Which industries hire the most staff designers in San Diego?
The sectors hiring the most staff designers in San Diego are Consulting & Professional Services, Aerospace & Defense, and Media & Entertainment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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