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Color Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Nasland Engineering

Civil Engineer Intern

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

... race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability ... Drug-Free Workplace Nasland Engineering maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment ...

UNICO Engineering

Junior Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$72.80K - $93.60K/yr

Company Overview UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Senior Construction Engineer

Chico, CA · On-site

$124.80K - $166.40K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Junior Construction Engineer

Chico, CA · On-site

$72.80K - $93.60K/yr

Company Overview UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

UNICO Engineering

Senior Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$124.80K - $166.40K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems ... color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and ...

Crestline Hotels and Resorts

Engineer

Monterey, CA

$23 - $24.55/hr

The ultimate mission of the hospitality Engineering team will be to ensure our guests' satisfaction ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY

Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$52 - $69.75/hr

... color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service ...

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY

Traffic Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$52 - $69.75/hr

... color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service ...

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How much do color engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for color engineer in California is $104,993.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Color Engineer do?

A Color Engineer specializes in developing, analyzing, and managing color applications in industries like manufacturing, textiles, printing, and digital displays. They ensure color accuracy and consistency across various materials and production processes using scientific principles, color theory, and specialized software. Their work often involves calibrating equipment, formulating colors, and solving color-related issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Color Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Color Engineer, you need a strong background in color science, chemistry, and applied physics, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Proficiency with color management systems, spectrophotometers, color measurement tools, and industry standards such as ISO color protocols is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills set top performers apart. These competencies ensure accurate color reproduction, quality control, and effective teamwork in industries such as printing, manufacturing, and product design.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Color Engineer in a manufacturing or product development setting?

As a Color Engineer, your daily responsibilities commonly include developing and managing color formulations, conducting color matching and correction, and ensuring consistency across production batches. You'll frequently use specialized instruments to measure color, work closely with product designers and production teams, and troubleshoot any color-related discrepancies. Collaboration with quality assurance and R&D is typical to refine processes and meet client standards. This role requires balancing technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver visually consistent products and maintain brand integrity.
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Project Engineer-Mechanical

Project Engineer-Mechanical

Accura Engineering

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$90.70K - $123.70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer-Mechanical
Work Location: Anchorage, AK (JBER)
Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview
REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Candidate will provide construction engineering services on several simultaneous federal projects ranging in value up to tens of millions to hundreds of millions of dollars in construction value.
  • Experience with "Large" projects are defined as a construction value of at least $100 million or more.
  • Candidate will be responsible for site observation and reporting on multiple assigned projects to government personnel.
  • Candidate will provide technical and administrative support.
  • Oversee construction, contract administration, and quality assurance activities in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Analyze design and construction issues with respect to contract requirements.
  • Deliver recommendations to government personnel regarding compliance with contract provisions.
  • Candidate should be prepared to review and interpret plans and specifications, submittals, reports, schedules, modifications, cost estimates, pay applications, change orders and claims.
  • Provide field surveillance and prepare daily detailed reports covering all pertinent factors affecting cost and engineering considerations.
  • Participate in pre-construction conferences with government personnel.
  • Interaction with client and contractors requires candidate to have a professional presentation along with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Previous experience with US Army Corp of Engineers projects will also be viewed as a plus.

Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum of 5 years of engineering; construction and contract administration experience.
  • Experience on projects with government clients, preferred.
  • US Army Corp of Engineering or USACE projects is preferred as well.
  • Experience with Large "campus" type project is preferred
  • Mechanical Systems experience is preferred.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify

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