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Design Checker Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

What You Will Do Mechanical Design Checker: * Perform design verification and validation of traditional Mechanical 2D Drawings as well as "Model-Based" Design TDPs. * Ensure that mechanical design ...

What You Will Do Mechanical Design Checker: * Perform design verification and validation of traditional Mechanical 2D Drawings as well as "Model-Based" Design TDPs. * Ensure that mechanical design ...

What You Will Do Mechanical Design Checker: * Perform design verification and validation of traditional Mechanical 2D Drawings as well as "Model-Based" Design TDPs. * Ensure that mechanical design ...

Design Checker II

Poway, CA · On-site

$79K - $120K/yr

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Design Checker to join the MQ-9B SeaGuardian team. Under general supervision and following established procedures, this position is ...

OR Electrical Design Checker: * Providing a formal, systematic, design verification and validation of traditional Electrical 2D TDPs. * Electrical TDPs will encompass the circuit card assembly (or ...

OR Electrical Design Checker: * Providing a formal, systematic, design verification and validation of traditional Electrical 2D TDPs. * Electrical TDPs will encompass the circuit card assembly (or ...

... Design Checker System Development and Test Engineer Project Engineer - Senior Mission Effectiveness Avionics Project Engineer Flight Science Project Engineer Software Project Engineer Advanced ...

Attend meetings with the plan checker in person and go over corrections in person. * Keeping up-to-date with changing building legislation and codes of practice relating to design. Requirements: * 2+ ...

Attend meetings with the plan checker in person and go over corrections in person. * Keeping up-to-date with changing building legislation and codes of practice relating to design. Requirements: * 2+ ...

Detailing Checker

Orange, CA · On-site

$42.97 - $55.86/hr

This role requires a strong understanding of design principles and proficiency in multiple design ... Checker (preferably in miscellaneous steel environment). * 3+ years of experience with TEKLA.

Detailing Checker

Orange, CA · On-site

$42.97 - $55.86/hr

This role requires a strong understanding of design principles and proficiency in multiple design ... Checker (preferably in miscellaneous steel environment). * 3+ years of experience with TEKLA.

Detailing Checker

Orange, CA

$42.97 - $55.86/hr

This role requires a strong understanding of design principles and proficiency in multiple design ... Checker (preferably in miscellaneous steel environment). * 3+ years of experience with TEKLA.

SENIOR PLAN CHECKER

Stockton, CA · On-site

$93K - $119K/yr

The Senior Plan Checker reports directly to the Deputy Building Official and will be responsible ... design professionals and hosting project meetings with applicants. The incumbent will work a 9/80 ...

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How much do design checker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for design checker in California is $54.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.41 and $64.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Design Checker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Design Checker, you need a strong background in engineering principles, attention to detail, and proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, typically supported by relevant engineering or drafting qualifications. Familiarity with CAD software, Product Data Management (PDM) systems, and industry standards or certifications such as ASME or ISO is often required. Excellent analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills help ensure design accuracy and effective collaboration with engineering teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to maintaining product quality, compliance, and efficiency throughout the design review process.

What are Design Checkers?

Design Checkers are professionals who review and verify engineering or architectural designs to ensure they meet required standards, codes, and specifications. Their primary responsibility is to check drawings and plans for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements. They often work closely with engineers, architects, and drafters to identify and correct errors or inconsistencies before the designs are finalized. This role is crucial in preventing costly mistakes and ensuring project quality and safety.

What are some common challenges Design Checkers face when reviewing complex engineering drawings?

Design Checkers often encounter challenges such as identifying subtle inconsistencies between different drawing views, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and verifying that all specifications are met before release. They must pay close attention to detail while managing tight deadlines and collaborating with engineers and drafters to resolve discrepancies. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as Design Checkers frequently need to provide constructive feedback and facilitate revisions to maintain high-quality documentation.

What is the difference between Design Checker vs Draftsman?

AspectDesign CheckerDraftsman
CredentialsTypically requires certifications in design or drafting software, sometimes a technical diplomaUsually holds a diploma or certificate in drafting or technical drawing
Work EnvironmentWorks in design firms, architectural or engineering offices, reviewing plansWorks in drafting studios, construction sites, creating detailed technical drawings
Industry UsageCommonly employed in architecture, engineering, and construction industriesPrimarily used in construction, manufacturing, and architectural firms

The main difference is that a Design Checker reviews and verifies design plans for accuracy and compliance, while a Draftsman creates detailed technical drawings based on specifications. Both roles require technical skills, but the Design Checker focuses on quality control, whereas the Draftsman focuses on producing detailed drawings.

What is the highest paid design job?

Senior roles such as Creative Director or Design Director typically have the highest salaries in the design field, often exceeding six figures, especially in large companies or industries like technology and advertising. These positions require extensive experience, leadership skills, and proficiency with design tools and project management.

What Does a Design Checker Do?

As a design checker, you are responsible for examining the engineering drawings of parts, assemblies, and installations to ensure accuracy and completeness. You have interpretation duties to detect any errors or discrepancies within these 3D design documents. Your responsibilities require you to annotate any changes that need to be made and communicate with others how to pursue a better design for manufacturability. You consult for angles, dimensions, bend allowances, and tolerances to avoid mistakes during and after development. You also determine material and tool selection using your knowledge of drafting and manufacturing methods.

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Infographic showing various Design Checker job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,763 per year, or $54.7 per hour.
Design Integrity Checker

Design Integrity Checker

Raytheon

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Raytheon rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 516 rated manufacturers


Job description

Date Posted:

2026-04-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Hardware Design Integrity (HWDI) department enables program execution quality and on-time-delivery by ensuring integrity, compliance, security and process efficiency of our technical data, designs and systems.  HWDI is part of the Product Integrity center, alongside Configuration and Data Management (CMDM).

The Design Integrity team is looking for a Design Integrity Checker.

What You Will Do

Mechanical Design Checker:

  • Perform design verification and validation of traditional Mechanical 2D Drawings as well as “Model-Based” Design TDPs.
  • Ensure that mechanical design documentation and models consist of both complex and simple machined parts, castings, and other fabricated items.
  • Ensure that mechanical design drawings, documentation, and associated electronic data output files used for production and / or procurement will undergo a comprehensive verification and validation review for design producibility and data integrity, quality, and consistency.
  • Confirm that mechanical traditional and Model Based Designs are checked for form, fit, and function to program unique requirements while conforming to specific Company and Industry Specifications & Standards.
  • Confirm that the synchronization of design representation (drawings) with the design database models from which they were derived, is authenticated.
  • Overall, ensuring that the design verification and validation follows ASME Y14.41 and MIL-STD-31000 standards.

And/Or

Electrical Design Checker:

  • Providing a formal, systematic, design verification and validation of traditional Electrical 2D TDPs
  • Electrical TDPs will encompass the circuit card assembly (or flexible circuit assembly), printed wiring board, and schematic design representation (drawings); including electronic Bills of Material (eBOMs), and design models developed using computer aided design tools.
  • Applications that will be used for Electrical Checks: EXPEDITION-DxDESIGNER (Extract latest Schematic), BLUEPRINT (Extract latest CCA and PWB), VALOR (PWB – Dims, Holes for Board Layer StackUp), and EXCEL for eBOM and other electrical change comparison software.
  • Electrical Model-Based Engineering (MBE) concepts and electronic Bills of Material (eBOMs) experience.
  • Support reviews of Software documents per Program Requirements
  • Perform design verification and validation of traditional 2D Drawings as well as “Model-Based” Design TDPs.
  • Confirm that the synchronization of design representation (drawings) with the design database models from which they were derived, is authenticated.
  • Overall, ensuring that the design verification and validation is in compliance with ASME Y14.41 and MIL-STD-31000 standards.
  •  The selected candidate may (with training) also be responsible for verification and validation of the opposing design TDP mentioned above.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience OR In absence of a degree, minimum of 9 years of relevant experience is required
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience designing, drafting, and/or verifying / validating detailed Technical Data Packages (TDPs)
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) design / drafting.
  • Mechanical Design Checker: Experience with at least one of the following: PTC Creo Suite, Creo / ProE, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Raster, Canvas, GTXImage, and/or Myriad OR Electrical Design Checker: Experience with Electrical software packages, i.e. Mentor Boardstation, EXPEDITION-DxDESIGNER, or related.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience with Industry Model-Based Engineering (MBE) experience (3D PDF design representation), and ASME, Military & Industry Standards
  • Configuration & Data Management (CM / DM) comprehension and aptitude to develop advanced TDP record set management techniques in PDM
  • Ability to collaborate with various engineering disciplines and leadership levels, and negotiate critical discussions
  • Problem solving and process development/improvement capability, and the ability to grasp and ultimately adapt to continuously evolving technologies, processes, procedures, and best practices for solutions that meet program needs to align with design / drafting requirements
  • (Multi-disciplined support potential) Electrical Computer Aided Design (CAD) design / drafting experience; MentorGraphics design applications (DxDesigner, Valor), DownStream Technologies (BluePrint-PCB), and other electrical change comparison software, Electrical Model-Based Engineering (MBE) concepts and electronic Bills of Material (eBOMs) experience
  • (Multi-disciplined support potential) Mechanical Computer Aided Design (CAD) design / drafting experience; Creo/ProE design applications and other mechanical drafting applications

What We Offer

  • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
  • Relocation Eligible

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  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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