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Junior R D Engineer Jobs in Lake Forest, CA (NOW HIRING)

R & D Engineer

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$100K/yr

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineer who wants to design and develop next-generation medical devices, with strong potential exposure to the endovascular catheter space. What You'll Do

Build preliminary sketches, 3D models, detailed design concepts, and engineering prototypes. [1] * Testing & Validation: Plan and run benchtop tests, verification and validation (V&V), and pre ...

Engineer, Failure Analysis

Irvine, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Works closely with Compliance, Regulatory, R &D Engineering, Operations and QA at various levels within the organization to understand the root cause of product failures and identify product ...

Engineer, Failure Analysis

Irvine, CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Works closely with Compliance, Regulatory, R &D Engineering, Operations and QA at various levels within the organization to understand the root cause of product failures and identify product ...

... from R&D. The scope of work includes process and test method validation, identifying and ... engineering, project, and departmental systems. * Oversee junior chemists' execution of equipment ...

FPGA Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$132K - $181K/yr

FPGA Design Engineers are responsible for the efficient implementation of novel signal processing ... R&D. These are exciting projects aimed at addressing challenging real-world communication needs.

Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance * Flexible Spending Account * Professional ... We perform investigation, testing, engineering design, and prepare construction documents for both ...

Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance * Flexible Spending Account * Professional ... We perform investigation, testing, engineering design, and prepare construction documents for both ...

Senior CNC Programmer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$28.50 - $39/hr

We work hand-in-hand with engineering teams to bring cutting-edge hardware to life-fast. Our ... R&D-driven environment. If you're passionate about precision manufacturing and want your work to ...

Senior Electrical Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Collaborate closely with Software Development Engineers and non-R&D functions. * Support suppliers, vendors, and consultants; participate in supplier visits and process-improvement initiatives.

Senior Staff Device Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$145K - $170K/yr

R & D in semiconductor device engineering, especially in device characterization for both RF/analog & digital applications, analysis on device/interconnect variability and reliability, and ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior r d engineer in Lake Forest, CA is $76,161.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,400.00 and $84,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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R & D Engineer

Santa Ana, CA • On-site

ALIGN Executive Search
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees

$100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineer who wants to design and develop next-generation medical devices, with strong potential exposure to the endovascular catheter space.

 

What You'll Do

  • Design and develop medical devices and related accessories
  • Develop and execute engineering tests, including benchtop, verification & validation (V&V), and pre-clinical studies
  • Create comprehensive test protocols and reports
  • Design and build tools, jigs, and fixtures to support prototyping, manufacturing, and testing
  • Create sketches and detailed design concepts; perform measurements, analyses, and build engineering prototypes
  • Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to the project team and management
  • Contribute to the company's IP base through active idea generation and concept development
  • Assemble product drawings, specifications, risk analyses, and technical documentation; maintain proper documentation within the Design Dossier and Design History File (DHF) for regulatory compliance
  • Support product transfer and scale-up activities
  • Ensure compliance with quality system procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies
  • Help maintain the R&D lab to support efficient prototyping and process development
  • Manage direct or indirect reports as needed

 

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Biomedical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in development or manufacturing within a regulated medical device environment
  • Experience in the endovascular catheter industry is a strong plus
  • Working proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and engineering drawings
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • A collaborative, team-first mindset
  • Sense of urgency with the ability to multitask, prioritize, manage risk, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills
  • Familiarity with FDA submission processes, ISO requirements, and QSR requirements preferred
  • Ability to travel approximately 5% of the time, domestically and internationally
  • Ability to travel to Temecula as needed for development and product transfer projects

 

Health and Wellness

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Gym memberships or wellness perks []

 

Financial and Retirement

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  • Performance-based bonuses (up to 20% for certain engineering tiers) []

 

Time Off and Professional Growth

  • Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
  • Paid company holidays (averaging around 11 days per year)
  • Academic and tuition reimbursement programs

Company Description

An established and growing aerospace manufacturing company whose products are found in nearly every commercial aircraft.