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Full Time Automotive Engineer Jobs in California

Dons Lock & Key Inc

Locksmith

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr (+ commission)

Don's Lock & Key is seeking a FULL- TIME AUTOMOTIVE LOCKSMITH in the Long Beach area. The position ... Repair ignitions, car key replacements, auto key programming, truck unlocking, re-keying vehicles

Dons Lock & Key Inc

Locksmith

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr (+ commission)

Don's Lock & Key is seeking a FULL- TIME AUTOMOTIVE LOCKSMITH in the Long Beach area. The position ... Repair ignitions, car key replacements, auto key programming, truck unlocking, re-keying vehicles

Motorenn

Automotive Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Automotive Technician Motorenn Inc. - Los Angeles, CA Full-Time | On-Site About Motorenn: Motorenn ... modern engineering marvels. Trust, value, and efficiency drive everything we do. Our vehicles ...

Rivian

Senior Vehicle Dynamics Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$121K - $151K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field. • ... Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee ...

Waymo

Diagnostics Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$159K - $196K/yr

Automotive-specific diagnostics experience, preferably both traditional J1979 OBII-style and modern ... full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job ...

XDIN

Alias Modeler

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$59 - $76.50/hr

XDIN subsidiary of ALTEN Group, includes 500 employees dedicated to the automotive engineering ... Full-Time

Waymo

Senior Security Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$204K - $259K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Automotive Engineering ... full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job ...

TRUCKING PEOPLE

Automotive Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$46 - $53/hr

San Francisco, CA Pay : $46.00 - $53.00 per hour Schedule : Full-time (multiple shifts available ... This role focuses on repairs, inspections, and working closely with engineering teams to ensure ...

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What is the difference between Full Time Automotive Engineer vs Automotive Technician?

AspectFull Time Automotive EngineerAutomotive Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive EngineeringHigh school diploma or associate degree, certifications like ASE
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D centers, manufacturing plantsRepair shops, service centers, dealerships
Industry UsageAutomotive manufacturing, design, developmentVehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repairs

Full Time Automotive Engineers focus on designing and developing vehicles, requiring engineering degrees and working in labs or offices. Automotive Technicians perform vehicle repairs and diagnostics, often with technical certifications and working directly on vehicles in service centers. Both roles are essential in the automotive industry but differ in education, work environment, and job functions.

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1329-Engineer Tool 2 @ Palmdale Ca

PROLIM Global Corporation

Palmdale, CA • On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Engineer Tool 2 - Tool Design Engineer
Location
Palmdale, CA - Plant 42
Pay Rate
$50-$55/hour
Employment Type
Contract / Full-Time
Position Overview
Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Engineer Tool 2 to support the Tool Design Department in Palmdale, CA. This role will support tooling and manufacturing design activities for advanced aerospace programs including the F-35 and Global Hawk platforms. The selected candidate will contribute to the design and development of tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and manufacturing support equipment used in production and experimental environments.
The ideal candidate will possess strong CATIA V5 expertise, GD&T knowledge, and experience supporting aerospace or manufacturing tooling design initiatives in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design industrial machinery, tooling, fixtures, gauges, dies, jigs, and machine attachments for manufacturing and experimental applications
  • Develop and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using CATIA V5
  • Apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to engineering drawings and designs
  • Review specifications, sketches, layouts, and engineering data to determine design requirements and manufacturability
  • Support tooling and fixture design for aerospace manufacturing operations including F-35 and Global Hawk programs
  • Create tolerance stack-up analyses, exploded views, detailed drawings, and assembly models
  • Design components utilizing various manufacturing processes including castings, forgings, stampings, machined parts, molded plastics, and powdered metal components
  • Support prototype and testing fixture design activities as required
  • Participate in engineering design reviews and technical meetings
  • Coordinate with engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturing personnel, and customers to ensure design functionality, feasibility, and cost effectiveness
  • Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to improve manufacturability and production efficiency
  • Maintain engineering models and documentation within SmartTeam database systems
  • Ensure designs comply with ANSI, ISO, customer, and internal drafting standards
  • Complete assigned engineering tasks within established schedules and project timelines
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of CATIA V5 design experience with high proficiency in 3D modeling and detailing
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T principles and engineering drawing interpretation
  • Familiarity with ANSI, ISO, and detailed drawing standards
  • Experience designing castings, stampings, forged parts, and machined components
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage technical details and support cross-functional engineering teams
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Siemens NX and NX Nastran
  • Aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing tooling design experience
  • Experience performing tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles
  • Experience supporting prototype and testing fixture design
  • Familiarity with SmartTeam or similar engineering database systems
  • Experience participating in supplier and customer technical reviews
  • Ability to support multiple engineering projects in a fast-paced environment
Top Required Skills
  • CATIA V5 3D Modeling & Drafting
  • Tooling & Fixture Design
  • GD&T Application & Interpretation
  • Mechanical Component Design
  • Engineering Drawings & Manufacturing Standards
Preferred Technical Skills
  • Siemens NX
  • NX Nastran
  • Tolerance Analysis
  • Aerospace Tooling Design
  • Manufacturing Process Knowledge
Industry Experience Preferred
  • Aerospace
  • Defense
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Production Tooling Design

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