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How much do costco engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for costco engineering in California is $34.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.50 and $32.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Costco Engineering job?

A Costco Engineering job involves designing, developing, and maintaining the systems and infrastructure that support Costco's operations. Engineers in this role work on areas such as software development, automation, network infrastructure, and warehouse efficiency. They collaborate with teams to enhance technology, improve supply chain logistics, and ensure smooth business operations. This role requires problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and the ability to optimize processes for a large-scale retail environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone in a Costco Engineering position?

Engineers at Costco are responsible for designing, maintaining, and improving warehouse systems and infrastructure, ensuring operations meet safety and efficiency standards. Daily tasks often include overseeing facility projects, troubleshooting equipment or building issues, coordinating with vendors and contractors, and collaborating with other departments on process improvements. You may also conduct site inspections, review technical drawings, and update project documentation regularly. This role requires balancing hands-on problem-solving with strategic planning to support Costco’s large, fast-paced retail environment.

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

To excel in a Costco Engineering role, you need a solid background in engineering principles, problem-solving, and project management, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with systems such as AutoCAD, SAP, and facility management software, as well as certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or PMP, are often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are vital soft skills for collaborating across departments and responding to dynamic project needs. These capabilities ensure efficient operations, successful project delivery, and alignment with Costco’s rigorous quality and safety standards.

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Infographic showing various Costco Engineering job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,685 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Systems Analyst - Manufacturing

Tracy, CA • On-site


Costco
Retail • 10K+ employees

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 1,928 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 39 rated national retailers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco's success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
Systems Analysts work closely with Operations, Quality Control, and Maintenance team members to troubleshoot and support industrial control systems, as per guidance and direction from the Solution Architects. Systems Analysts perform inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical, controls, and networking equipment and components. Systems Analysts collaborate with team members to ensure technical requirements adhere to the guidelines and standards defined by Solution Architects.
*Pay based on experience.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies "to work for", simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
  • Supports the manufacturing lines using analytical problem-solving methods to troubleshoot electrical components, automation equipment, PLCs, motion controls, vision systems, and robotics.
  • Works with hand tools, multi-meters, and testing equipment to diagnose electrical systems ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC.
  • Repairs, replaces, installs, and commissions automation components, including cables and connectors, sensors, VFD, and servo drives, and other electro-mechanical related devices.
  • Performs tests and calibrations of process control instrumentation.
  • Performs inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical, controls, and networking equipment and components.
  • Reads and interprets PLC and HMI code to assist the maintenance team in diagnosis of line down situations and/or fault conditions.
  • Supports installation and startup of new equipment.
  • Collaborates with technical and non-technical teams to define, design, test, and implement specific functional requirements of the system, as specified by the Product Owner and technology stakeholders (e.g., Solution Architects, Platform Engineers).
  • Works closely with Operations, Quality Control, and Maintenance team members by providing industrial control systems troubleshooting and support.
  • Defines detailed technical requirement documentation aligned to the blueprints and technical designs prepared by Solution Architects.
  • Collaborates with team members to ensure technical requirements adhere to the guidelines and standards defined by Solution Architects.
  • Conducts root cause analysis; presents findings and proposes solution improvements.
  • Resolves problems (both reactive and proactive) throughout the information system lifecycle, including classification, prioritization, and initiation of action, documentation of root causes, and implementation of remedies to prevent future incidents.
  • Regular and reliable workplace attendance at your assigned location.

REQUIRED
  • Knowledge of electrical safety procedures.
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing plant mechanical systems and operations (steam, pneumatics, refrigeration, hydraulics, production processes, etc.).
  • Proficient in interpreting electrical, network, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams.
  • Understanding of Electrical Theory (voltage, current, resistance) and applying those principles to applications.
  • Experience supporting electrical controls systems, following NEC, ISO, and OSHA codes and standards.
  • Understanding of electrical safety circuits and troubleshooting.
  • Hands-on experience in supporting PLC-based control systems.
  • Basic understanding of networking (IP address, Subnet, Gateway).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent customer service skills. Ability to present complex ideas and designs to a variety of technical or non-technical stakeholders and all levels of management.
  • Demonstrates strong organizational qualities; meticulous and detail oriented.
  • Positive attitude with good interpersonal skills, a team player; able to work cooperatively with others, sharing ideas and collaborating to obtain team goals.
  • Ability to adjust positively to change in direction or assignments; ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic team environment.
  • Able to work well under stress and handle crisis situations professionally, while engaging all levels of the Costco organization.
  • Good problem solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Extremely responsive with a strong sense of urgency.
  • Responsible, conscientious, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision.
  • Scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the business, including evenings, weekends, and 24x7 on-call responsibilities on a rotational basis as needed.
Recommended
  • Associate's degree in science or equivalent certification or 2+ years of experience in the electrical controls/automation field.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley:
  • PLCs.
  • PowerFlex and Kinetix drives.
  • PanelView HMIs.
  • Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA systems.
  • Experience with ABB and Kuka robots.
  • Experience with industrial control system networks (Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, RS232, OPC, OPC-UA, etc.).
  • Basic Knowledge of SQL Databases.
  • Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.
  • Successful internal candidates will have spent one year or more on their current team.

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume
California applicants, please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Pay Ranges:
Level 1 - $32.60/hr - $48.08/hr
Level 2 - $90,000 - $120,000
Level 3 - $115,000 - $145,000
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Costco is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to IT-Recruiting@costco.com
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H1-B visas.

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About Costco

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983


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