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Boeing

Systems Engineer (Experienced)

Orlando, FL · On-site

Systems Engineer (Experienced) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS ... bi-prop, mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, or pyrotechnic systems. * Support definitions ...

Boeing

Systems Engineer (Experienced)

Orlando, FL · On-site

Systems Engineer (Experienced) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS ... bi-prop, mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, or pyrotechnic systems. * Support definitions ...

Boeing

Systems Engineer (Experienced)

Orlando, FL · On-site

Systems Engineer (Experienced) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS ... bi-prop, mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, or pyrotechnic systems. * Support definitions ...

Socket.dev

NY · On-site

Systems Engineer (Experienced) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS ... bi-prop, mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, or pyrotechnic systems. * Support definitions ...

Fionics

Senior C++ Engineer - Core Systems

Manhattan, NY · On-site

They're hiring a senior C++ engineer to anchor and lead the core systems group in New York. This is ... What we're looking for * 7 to 12+ years in C++ from a tier-1 HFT or prop firm * Deep low-latency ...

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Rumzer LLC

Product Stewardship Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

Use your product engineering skills to help manufacturers build safer, cleaner, globally compliant ... Prop 65, PFAS, CE marking, and other global regulations. We do this using the best software ...

MyFunded Futures

Technical Project Manager

Plano, TX · On-site

Comfort holding people accountable, including engineers and leadership, without becoming a bottleneck yourself * Genuine interest in trading, markets, or prop firm culture. You don't need to be a ...

Intec Select

Research Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$250K - $450K/yr

Research Engineer - $200,000 - $250,000 ($450,000 TC) - Hybrid (Chicago, NYC, Greenwich, Houston) - Proprietary Trading Firm Overview We are currently partnered with a leading Prop Trading Firm based ...

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DV Trading LLC

Senior AI Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $300K/yr

The Senior AI Engineer defines how the firm builds production agent systems and ships reference ... Prop trading, hedge fund, or financial services * Firm-wide platform or standards work * Multi ...

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How much do prop engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for prop engineer in the United States is $84,171.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $113,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prop engineer?

Prop Engineers are professionals responsible for designing, building, and maintaining props used in film, television, theater, and other live events. They combine engineering skills with creativity to ensure that props are safe, functional, and visually convincing. Prop Engineers often work closely with designers, directors, and production teams to bring imaginative concepts to life, sometimes using a mix of materials and technologies. Their work can involve mechanical, electrical, or even digital elements, depending on the complexity of the props required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a prop engineer?

To thrive as a Prop Engineer, you need strong mechanical design skills, knowledge of materials and fabrication techniques, and often a degree in engineering or a related technical field. Familiarity with CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and prototyping equipment is typically required, along with experience in safety compliance. Creativity, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills that help you collaborate with designers and production teams. These abilities ensure that props are safe, functional, and meet the artistic vision within tight production timelines.

What are some common challenges a prop engineer faces when working on live productions?

Prop Engineers often encounter tight deadlines and last-minute changes, especially during live productions or rehearsals. Coordinating with set designers, directors, and stage managers requires excellent communication skills to ensure all props meet safety standards and creative vision. Additionally, Prop Engineers must be adept at troubleshooting on the spot, as unforeseen issues with props can arise before or during performances. Balancing creativity with practicality is key to succeeding in this dynamic role.

What is the difference between Prop Engineer vs Set Designer?

AspectProp EngineerSet Designer
CredentialsTechnical certifications, engineering backgroundDesign and architecture qualifications
Work EnvironmentOn set, workshop, technical sitesDesign studios, location planning
Industry UsageFilm, TV, theater for technical propsStage, film, TV for visual environment
Primary FocusBuilding, maintaining, and troubleshooting propsCreating visual concepts and layouts

While Prop Engineers focus on the technical aspects of props, ensuring they are functional and safe, Set Designers concentrate on the visual and aesthetic design of the environment. Both roles are essential in production but serve different creative and technical needs.

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Infographic showing various Prop Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,171 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Compliance Engineer

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Spectrum Plastics Group
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Job Details

Location: PPC Industries, Atlanta - Alpharetta, GA 30009

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Position Summary

As part of the Quality organization, the Compliance Engineer will provide support to Spectrum sites and its customers through leadership in materials documentation for certifications (such as UL, EU MDR, REACH SVHC, RoHS, WEEE, Conflict minerals, Cal Prop 65, FSSC, etc.), regulatory compliance, and risk management in alignment with DuPont Product Stewardship practices and Regulatory compliance processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Product Stewardship and Regulatory (PS&R) organization,

  • Establish and maintain a centralized material regulatory statements repository across the Spectrum enterprise to support the assessment and records management of materials regulatory compliance as well as customer inquiries response process.
  • Develop and communicate clear technical and administrative guidance to project teams in support of obtaining regulatory certifications and meeting relevant domestic & global regulations.
  • Maintain compliance statuses of Spectrum business materials with existing, new or amended regulations.
  • Manage and maintain materials-related sites compliance requirements and reporting obligations.
  • Guide project teams to ensure that design systems fulfil customer expectations and site materials-related regulatory compliance.
  • Streamline and manage regulatory-related customer inquiries response process.
  • Serve as a focal point to and coordinate site responses for the PS&R organization.
  • Collaborate with PS&R to develop responses for any corporate-driven risk and regulatory compliance management:
    • Provide in-depth regulatory/technical expertise to manage regulatory or product stewardship driven analyses; identify improvement opportunities.
    • Support the integration of Spectrum into the PS&R management system from a risk management perspective.
  • Review of existing documents (procedures, work instructions, etc.) for accuracy, robustness, and compliance.
Qualifications
  • Engineering Degree, preferable a Chemical Engineer or Plastics Engineer with 4 years of experience in Quality and/or Compliance Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Supplier Quality Management experience is a plus.
  • Experience with quality systems regulations and standards (ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR 820, AS9200, FSSC 22000).
  • Knowledge of applicable material compliance regulations and standards, such as EUMDR, REACH regulation (EU)1907/2006, CLP, RoHS, Cal Prop.65, SCIP, WEEE, etc.
  • Certification agency (UL, or similar) experience is a plus.
  • Experience using statistical analysis tools.
  • Experience in testing, defect data and data analysis utilizing advanced methods.
  • Excellent computer skills (such as Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).
  • SAP experience is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects, process execution, and critical issue closure across technical disciplines and organization functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and drive continuous improvements efforts.
  • Strong communication/presentation skills, tailored to audience (oral, written, and/or presentation) including listening.
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