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Astera Labs

Principal Digital Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$159K/yr

... wireline and optical transceivers for AI systems. Basic Qualifications: * Hold a Bachelor's or ... Serve as the responsible engineer for at least one critical design block, including architecture ...

Anritsu

Manufacturing Engineer

Morgan Hill, CA

$75K - $105K/hr

The company develops advanced solutions for emerging and legacy wireline and wireless technologies ... As a Manufacturing Engineer based in Morgan Hill, CA you will have responsibility for developing ...

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How much do wireline engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for wireline engineer in California is $110,170.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,400.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do wireline engineers do?

Wireline engineers operate and maintain equipment used to perform well interventions, logging, and testing in oil and gas wells. They analyze data collected from the wellbore, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure safety protocols are followed in challenging environments. Strong technical skills, knowledge of well operations, and relevant certifications are essential for this role.

How much do wireline engineers make?

Wireline engineers typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work in offshore or onshore oilfield environments, utilizing specialized tools and safety protocols, with higher salaries generally associated with advanced skills and certifications.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a wireline engineer?

To thrive as a Wireline Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles (usually with a degree in petroleum, mechanical, or electrical engineering), expertise in well logging, and strong problem-solving skills. Familiarity with wireline tools and equipment, data acquisition systems, and safety certifications such as Well Control or H2S Training is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure, field-based environments are valuable soft skills. These qualifications ensure safe, efficient operations and accurate data collection in challenging oilfield settings.

What is a wireline engineer?

A Wireline Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining specialized equipment used in oil and gas well evaluation, intervention, and completion. They deploy wireline tools into wells to gather data, perform logging, and execute downhole operations such as perforation or plug setting. The role requires expertise in electronics, mechanics, and geology to analyze reservoir conditions and optimize production. Wireline Engineers often work in remote or offshore locations, requiring strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

What are typical work schedules and environments for wireline engineers?

Wireline Engineers often work in the field at drilling sites, both onshore and offshore, where schedules may involve extended shifts or rotations, such as two weeks on followed by two weeks off. The role can require being on-call and quickly mobilizing to locations based on client needs, often working in demanding outdoor conditions. You’ll collaborate closely with field crews, drilling engineers, and geologists to execute wireline logging and intervention services. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as each project can present unique operational challenges. This dynamic environment is ideal for those who enjoy hands-on technical work and problem-solving outside a traditional office setting.

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Infographic showing various Wireline Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,170 per year, or $53 per hour.

Sr. Signal and Power Integrity Engineer - SI/PI, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$94K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. SIGNAL AND POWER INTEGRITY ENGINEER - SI/PI, SATELLITES (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging its experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we're looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.
As a Signal and Power Integrity Engineer on Starlink's Payload Engineering team, you'll have SI and PI ownership throughout the entire life-cycle of the portfolio of hardware that enables this connectivity, and sits at the intersection of electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna/RF engineering. Early in any given product's design cycle, your work will include everything from IP evaluation in the silicon architecture stage, package performance evaluation, stackup material selection and characterization, channel and PDN architecture, and PCB layout oversight. Once hardware is in hand, you will drive troubleshooting, characterization, qualification, and general debug across all phases of the product's life.
As a subject matter expert on SI and PI, you will define the design, analysis, and verification processes and tools that the Starlink team uses when developing hardware. You will have wide latitude to determine how best to tackle these problems and be expected to spread the associated knowledge and techniques to engineers across the Starlink program.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Specify, design, simulate, verify, qualify, define production screens for, and generally troubleshoot SI and PI aspects of advanced satellite hardware, such as:
    • Wireline and electro-optical communication systems with cutting edge (e.g. 10 to 112+ Gbps) SERDES, DSPs, retimers, and optoelectronics
    • High-speed and high-bandwidth memory interfaces (DDR4, LPDDR5, GPDDR6, QSPI NOR, eMMC, etc.)
    • Power needs and PDNs for the associated ASICs
  • Work alongside RF engineers, antenna engineers, ASIC engineers, packaging engineers, mechanical engineers, thermal engineers, software engineers, supply chain, and production engineers (among others) to architect new products which will employ novel channels, interfaces, and power delivery strategies
  • Derive top level specifications for PCB materials and channel subcomponents
  • Design and optimize transition structures for the entire channel from die bump to die bump
  • Drive detailed component selection to accompany your PDN designs
  • Root cause and fix issues found in PCB manufacturing, PCBA test, or satellite integration
  • Define best practices, simulation workflows, test methodologies, signoff criteria, and lab equipment needs for all SI/PI needs on Starlink satellite payloads

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or physics
  • 5+ years of industry experience designing circuits, electronic products, or hardware
  • 2+ years of experience using one of the 3D EM simulation tools and high-speed digital channel simulators (CST, HFSS, ADS etc.)
  • 2+ years of research or industry experience with high-speed digital design or power integrity

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, computer engineering with emphasis in electromagnetic theory, transmission line theory, wireline transceivers, or power integrity
  • 5+ years of electronic product experience designing hardware from concept through production; strong emphasis on full life-cycle development of new hardware products and not small incremental updates to legacy hardware
  • 5+ years of experience architecting, implementing, and debugging cutting edge DSP based SERDES products (i.e. 56Gbps, 112Gbps, 224Gbps) working across package and PCB
  • 5+ years of experience specifying, analyzing, debugging, and working with high speed, high bandwidth memory interfaces
  • 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and debugging power delivery networks for large processors, FPGAs, SoC, or ASICs with complex power requirements
  • Thorough understanding of wireline transceiver concepts, architectures, and circuits
  • Strong understanding of computers and programming languages (Python, C/C++)
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role
  • Experience with low loss laminates, high volume PCB manufacturing, and high-speed connectors
  • Experience debugging and resolving EMI/EMC de-sense problems
  • Passion for working in dynamic cross-functional role to optimize package, PCB, ASIC, mixed signal circuit to deliver best in class products

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
  • Some travel may occasionally be required
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $115,000.00 - $155,000.00
Level 2: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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