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Sumeru Solutions

Sr. Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Company Description Intel We are sourcing for Sr. Design Engineer with one of our Direct Client in Santa Clara, CA. Please go through to the below and of you feel comfortable with the Required skills ...

OMNIVISION

Analog Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

We are looking for qualified Analog design engineers who have a good understanding of analog circuit and CMOS Image Sensor. Candidates should have the capability to design and develop analog circuit ...

TetraMem - Accelerate The World

CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$110K - $250K/yr

Collaborate with design engineer, verification engineer, IT, and EDA vendor to optimize EDA license usage * Drive innovation by researching and implementing advanced CAD methodologies that either ...

TetraMem, Inc.

CAD Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$110K - $250K/yr

Collaborate with design engineer, verification engineer, IT, and EDA vendor to optimize EDA license usage * Drive innovation by researching and implementing advanced CAD methodologies that either ...

Nvidia

Senior CPU Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

NVIDIA is seeking best-in-class CPU Design Engineers to design the world's leading CPUs. This position offers you the opportunity to have a real impact in a dynamic, technology-focused company ...

OMNIVISION

Analog Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$110K - $140K/yr

We are looking for qualified Analog design engineers who have a good understanding of analog circuit and CMOS Image Sensor. Candidates should have the capability to design and develop analog circuit ...

Nvidia

Senior CPU Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

We are looking for a Senior CPU Design Engineer. NVIDIA is seeking best-in-class CPU Design Engineers to design the world's leading CPUs. This position offers you the opportunity to have a real ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Apple

Physical Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $172K/yr

We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...

Archer

Design Data Integrity Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$152K - $190K/yr

About the Role As the Design Data Integrity Engineer, you will ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of engineering drawings and models. You will serve as the quality gate for design data ...

Sandis

Design Engineer

Campbell, CA · On-site

$35 - $48/hr

Sandis is currently looking for a Design Engineer to join our team in Campbell, CA. Our ideal candidate has experience with civil design, permitting, and applicable software applications including ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor SoC products, including IP design, analysis, integration, and validation. Collaborate with physical ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$156K - $160K/yr

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor SoC products, including IP design, analysis, integration, and validation. Collaborate with physical ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$156K - $160K/yr

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor SoC products, including IP design, analysis, integration, and validation. Collaborate with physical ...

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How much do design developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for design developer in Santa Clara, CA is $150,732.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,500.00 and $183,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Developer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign DeveloperGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically holds a degree in design, computer science, or related fields; may have coding certificationsUsually has a degree or diploma in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentWorks on digital interfaces, websites, and applications, often collaborating with developersFocuses on visual content creation for print and digital media
Industry UsageCommon in tech, web development, and digital product companiesPrevalent in advertising, publishing, and branding agencies

Design Developers combine design skills with coding knowledge to create functional digital products, while Graphic Designers focus on visual aesthetics and branding. Both roles require creativity, but Design Developers are more involved in the technical implementation of designs for digital platforms.

What does a design developer do?

A design developer combines design skills with development expertise to create functional and visually appealing digital products, such as websites and applications. They often work with design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and coding languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to implement and refine designs. Strong collaboration with designers and developers is essential to ensure the final product aligns with project goals.

What cities near Santa Clara, CA are hiring for Design Developer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Design Developer job openings in Santa Clara, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,911 per year, or $73 per hour.

Manufacturing Design Engineer - Remote

YO AI Labs

Palo Alto, CA • Remote

$40 - $100/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Manufacturing Design Engineer

Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Manufacturing Design Engineers to contribute to an advanced mechanical design and manufacturing project. In this role, you will apply your engineering expertise to help improve next-generation AI systems through high-quality, real-world design input.

You will use FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD platforms to create, document, review, and validate production-ready mechanical components and assemblies. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong mechanical design, manufacturing, CAD validation, and technical documentation experience.

No prior AI experience is required—your engineering expertise and domain knowledge are what matter most.

Scope of Work

  1. Create and modify detailed parametric 3D CAD models of mechanical components and assemblies using FreeCAD or comparable CAD software.

  2. Develop comprehensive engineering drawings, including GD&T, dimensional requirements, and tolerance stack-ups, suitable for manufacturing handoff.

  3. Design components for manufacturing processes including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, plastics, and injection molding.

  4. Perform CAD validation and quality assurance reviews to verify model accuracy, design intent, and production readiness.

  5. Prepare clear technical documentation, design notes, and assembly instructions for use as high-quality reference materials.

  6. Review and incorporate feedback from technical reviewers to improve CAD models, drawings, and supporting documentation.

  7. Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and manufacturable.

  8. Identify and resolve modeling, dimensional, assembly, and manufacturability issues before production handoff.

Required Skills

  • FreeCAD

  • Parametric CAD Modeling

  • Mechanical Design

  • 3D CAD Modeling

  • Assembly Design

  • Engineering Drawings

  • CAD Validation & Quality Assurance

  • Technical Documentation

  • Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

  • GD&T and tolerance analysis

  • Manufacturing design principles

Preferred Qualifications

  1. 2+ years of experience designing mechanical components for manufacturing environments.

  2. Strong proficiency in FreeCAD or similar parametric CAD software, including advanced modeling, assemblies, and drawing generation.

  3. Hands-on experience with manufacturing considerations for CNC machining, sheet metal, plastics, and injection molding.

  4. Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM best practices.

  5. Demonstrated ability to create production-grade CAD models and validate designs against real-world manufacturability requirements.

  6. Experience interpreting engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, and technical documentation.

  7. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify CAD and documentation inconsistencies.

  8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting technical decisions and collaborating with reviewers.

  9. Ability to work independently in a remote environment and meet project quality and delivery requirements