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Radiant

Build Engineer, Turbomachinery

El Segundo, CA · On-site

About your Role We are seeking for a Build Engineer to help bring high-speed rotating hardware from ... Support rotor stacking, bearing installation, balancing, and alignment operations. * Document ...

Radiant

Build Engineer, Turbomachinery

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$158K - $219K/yr

About your Role We are seeking for a Build Engineer to help bring high-speed rotating hardware from ... Support rotor stacking, bearing installation, balancing, and alignment operations. * Document ...

Blue Origin

Engineer - Mechanical II

Los Angeles, CA

$99K - $138K/yr

Experience designing mechanisms that incorporate custom bearing, gear, motor, and sliding interface ... Cross-functional experience across engineering disciplines including electrical, software, systems ...

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How much do bearing engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for bearing engineer in California is $100,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,900.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bearing engineer?

A Bearing Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, selection, and application of bearings in mechanical systems. They work with various types of bearings, such as ball, roller, and fluid film bearings, to ensure optimal performance, efficiency, and durability. Their role includes collaborating with design teams, conducting failure analyses, and recommending improvements for reliability and longevity. Bearing Engineers often work in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, where rotating machinery is critical.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bearing engineer?

To thrive as a Bearing Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, materials science, and tribology, usually supported by a relevant degree and engineering certifications. Familiarity with CAD software, finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and bearing-specific testing equipment is highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help you stand out in this collaborative and detail-oriented field. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of rotating machinery across various industries.

What are some typical challenges faced by bearing engineers in their daily work?

Bearing Engineers often encounter challenges such as diagnosing premature bearing failures, optimizing bearing selections for unique applications, and balancing performance with cost constraints. They regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, maintenance, and quality assurance, to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions. Staying current with the latest advancements in bearing technology and material science is also an ongoing requirement. Overcoming these challenges helps ensure equipment longevity, reduce downtime, and maintain operational efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Bearing Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $100,420 per year, or $48.3 per hour.

Sales Engineer Trainee - Southern/Central California Territory

Roller Bearing Company of America, Inc

Bellflower, CA

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and engineered components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 64 facilities, of which 42 are manufacturing facilities in eleven countries and our market capitalization is approximately $18.0 billion.

JOB TITLE/LOCATION:

Sales Engineer Trainee - Southern/Central California Territory

DESCRIPTION:

We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Sales Engineering Trainee with a tremendous amount of energy, passion and motivation. In this position, RBC Bearings would provide you with an extensive, in-depth 6-month training program focusing on bearing products, applications, selling methods, and effective communication techniques to meet our customer needs. Our training program is located at our corporate headquarters in Oxford, Connecticut. As part of this training program, you will also have an opportunity to visit several of our divisions throughout the United States.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

After your successful completion of the training program, you will be assigned a sales territory and home base. You will be required to travel within your sales territory approx. 50% of the time. Sales Engineer Trainees are responsible for selling our product directly to the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) and industrial distributors.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, or Business

  • Strong mechanical aptitude

EXPERIENCE:

Technical Sales Experience and sales training

SKILLS / CERTIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have the following Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Business
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Initiative driven by strong social and interpersonal skills to support external sales
  • Adaptability
  • Professional written and verbal communications skills
  • Time management
  • Problem solving skills
  • Strong work ethic

RBC Bearings offers a competitive benefit package including a company car. Interested candidates may send resumes to: jnmartinez@rbcbearings.com

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.