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Purple Hires Inc

Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Create 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and Bills of Materials (BOM). Support design reviews and implement engineering changes. Work closely with cross-functional teams to support ...

One Hat One Hand

Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA

... engineers, and both internal and external production teams. In addition to producing detailed ... Develop clear, constructible 3D design concepts and supporting visualizations in collaboration with ...

Moon

3D Engineer

Glendale, CA · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

From AI-driven marketing and in-home 3D design to sales, service, and operations, Moon unifies the ... Role Overview You will build Moon's 3D experience alongside senior engineers and a specialist ...

One Hat One Hand

Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

... engineers, and both internal and external production teams. In addition to producing detailed ... Develop clear, constructible 3D design concepts and supporting visualizations in collaboration with ...

Actalent

Design Engineer Powertrain

Sun Valley, CA

$100K - $130K/yr

Design Engineer - Powertrain We are seeking a talented Design Engineer specializing in Powertrain ... Review and approve 3D models and 2D drawings and specifications created by junior engineers.

SK hynix America

3D Stacked DRAM Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$121K - $150K/yr

Job Title: 3D Stacked DRAM Design Engineer Office Location: San Jose, CA Job Type: Full-Time Work Model: Onsite About SK hynix America At SK hynix America, we're at the forefront of semiconductor ...

Rock West Composites

Sr. Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

This role creates 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation while collaborating ... The Design Engineer supports products throughout the development lifecycle, working closely with ...

Rock West Composites

Sr. Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$110K - $160K/yr

This role creates 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation while collaborating ... The Design Engineer supports products throughout the development lifecycle, working closely with ...

ACCO Engineered Systems

Design Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

Perform engineering calculations, energy analysis, and equipment selection for HVAC and plumbing ... Design complex layouts for ducting, piping, and control systems using 2D and 3D modeling software.

ACCO Engineered Systems

Design Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

Perform engineering calculations, energy analysis, and equipment selection for HVAC and plumbing ... Design complex layouts for ducting, piping, and control systems using 2D and 3D modeling software.

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3d design engineer in California is $86,995.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,100.00 and $97,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 3D design engineer?

A 3D Design Engineer is responsible for creating and developing 3D models, drawings, and prototypes for products, components, or structures using specialized computer-aided design (CAD) software. They work closely with engineers, designers, and manufacturers to ensure designs meet technical and functional requirements. Their role includes optimizing designs for manufacturing, performing simulations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. 3D Design Engineers are commonly employed in industries such as automotive, aerospace, architecture, and consumer products.

What does a 3D design engineer do?

A 3D Design Engineer's daily tasks often include developing detailed 3D models and technical drawings, refining prototypes based on feedback, and collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and manufacturing teams. You might also spend time conducting simulations to test your designs, participating in team meetings to discuss project goals, and revising designs to address technical or production challenges. Regular coordination with other departments is common to ensure designs meet functional requirements and comply with industry standards. This role offers a dynamic environment where problem-solving and innovation are part of everyday work.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a 3D design engineer?

A 3D Design Engineer typically needs a degree in engineering or industrial design and strong skills in CAD software, 3D modeling, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA, and relevant certifications like Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP), are highly valuable. Attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication are standout soft skills for collaborating across design and engineering teams. These competencies are crucial for creating accurate, innovative designs and ensuring seamless integration with manufacturing processes.

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Infographic showing various 3D Design Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,995 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

3D Physical Design Engineer

Cerebras Systems, Inc.

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$150 - $270/hr

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Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. This order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real‑time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation. Cerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI‑native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi‑year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high‑speed inference.

About The Role

As a member of our tight‑knit physical design team, you will be working on the design and analysis of 3D integrated products. This role involves a combination of traditional ASIC/SoC physical design skills, packaging, power, clock and cooling analysis. You will work closely with the architecture and RTL team to do R&D on novel concepts for 3D integration.

Skills and Qualifications Required
  • 10+ years of physical design/verification experience.
  • Strong knowledge of block level and full‑chip physical verification methodology.
  • Expert at optimizing for the best power/performance and area.
  • Experience with the complete physical design flow. Knowledge of Synopsys tool suite is a plus.
  • Expert with ICV or Calibre tools resolving block and full‑chip DRC and LVS issues.
  • Expert with IR/EM analysis and resolution.
  • Strong ability in scripting languages like Tcl and Python. Ability to make flow enhancements.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with RTL teams to optimize for physical design.
  • Knowledge of 2.5D or 3D packaging solutions.
  • Must have experience with 3D physical design, 3D die stacking, 3D chip design, die‑to‑die or wafer‑to‑wafer.
Preferred
  • Experience doing full chip floor planning and integration.
  • Knowledge of clock distribution.
  • Knowledge of cooling analysis.

The salary range for this position is $150,000 – $270,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Why Join Cerebras

People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras, we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we’ve reached an inflection point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:

  1. Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
  2. Publish and open source their cutting‑edge AI research.
  3. Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
  4. Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
  5. Our simple, non‑corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.

Find out more about what it's like to work at Cerebas here!

Apply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI!

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