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onsemi

Design Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ

As a Principal Design Engineer located in Scottsdale, Arizona, you will have the opportunity to ... With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in ...

onsemi

Design Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

As a Principal Design Engineer located in Scottsdale, Arizona, you will have the opportunity to ... With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in ...

Nacho Offroad Technology

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

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The Role We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Design Engineer II to bring next-generation automotive lighting concepts to life. In this role, you will take hands-on ownership of physical enclosures ...

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AeroSpec Inc

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

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... automotive industries. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys critical design work, thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment, and wants ownership from concept through commissioning. Key ...

Ralliant

NPD Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

NPD Design Engineer Location Chandler, AZ (Onsite) Position Summary Serve as the Responsible ... automotive, or similar regulated product development experience preferred. • Experience ...

AeroSpec Inc

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... automotive industries. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys critical design work, thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment, and wants ownership from concept through commissioning. Key ...

Renesas Electronics

Staff Analog Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site +1

$198K/yr

... for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product ... We are seeking a Staff Analog Design Engineer to drive the design of complex Power Management ICs ...

Renesas Electronics

Staff Analog Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site +1

$198K/yr

... for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product ... We are seeking a Staff Analog Design Engineer to drive the design of complex Power Management ICs ...

Texas Instruments

Analog IC Design Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

As an Analog Design Engineer in PADC team, you will have opportunities to design a variety of ... automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a ...

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How much do automotive design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive design engineer in Arizona is $82,145.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,400.00 and $91,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automotive design engineer?

To thrive as an Automotive Design Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, proficiency in CAD software, and a strong understanding of automotive systems and materials. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like CATIA, SolidWorks, and relevant certifications such as FE or PE are highly valued. Creativity, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills help set candidates apart in this field. These skills and qualities enable engineers to develop innovative vehicle designs that meet safety, performance, and manufacturing requirements within cross-functional teams.

What does an automotive design engineer do?

An Automotive Design Engineer is responsible for developing and improving vehicle designs, focusing on aesthetics, functionality, and safety. They use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create blueprints and collaborate with engineers to refine concepts. Their work includes designing body structures, interiors, and aerodynamics while ensuring compliance with industry standards. They also test prototypes and analyze performance to enhance efficiency and durability.

What does a typical day look like for an automotive design engineer?

As an Automotive Design Engineer, your days often involve collaborating with other engineers and designers to create and refine vehicle components using CAD tools, participating in design reviews, and ensuring that your solutions meet safety and regulatory standards. You might analyze prototypes, troubleshoot design challenges, and incorporate feedback from cross-functional partners such as manufacturing or testing teams. It's common to split time between computer-based design work and hands-on activities like inspecting prototypes or components. This role offers a dynamic mix of creative problem-solving, technical analysis, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Automotive Design Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,145 per year, or $39.5 per hour.

Design Engineer

onsemi

Scottsdale, AZ

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Onsemi rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join a high growth business unit with expertise in device physics to support development of small signal and protection devices for industrial, automotive and wireless applications.

As a Principal Design Engineer located in Scottsdale, Arizona, you will have the opportunity to interact with cross-functional team of engineers in Application, Corporate R&D, Foundry, Product and Marketing to develop and release-to-market industry-leading analog protection and small signal products.

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world's most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

More details about our company benefits can be found here:

https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.


onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Talent.acquisition@onsemi.com for assistance.
  • Master or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field with emphasis on semiconductor device physics and process fabrication
  • Chip layout experience for protection devices is desirable
  • Experience with Cadence environment for simulation tools
  • Experience with 3D EM simulation and/or analog/RF circuit analysis tools is a plus
  • A track record of innovation and publications is a plus
  • Must have good communication skills and work ethic
  • A track record of leadership skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Design, layout and verification of protection and small signal products to meet the specifications with device and circuit analysis tools
  • Highly skilled in Cadence design tools for schematic capture, simulations, DRC, LVS for tapeout. 
  • Familiar with foundry PDKs for CMOS and BiCMOS technology kit.
  • Drive high quality and thorough design reviews including a playback to device targets.
  • Prefer familiarity with TCAD simulations to define new device design.
  • Collaborate with marketing, product engineering and project managers to surmount challenges and maintain development schedules
  • Take joint responsibility for product-manufacturability and yield
  • Participate in roadmap and strategy development.
  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills. Possess initiative and motivation to work with cross-functional teams effectively.

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