Engineering Jobs in La Jolla, CA
3 positions found
Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations.
Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.
Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions.
Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries about this opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist, Hema, at (63 Title: Test Engineer 1 RandD Location: On-site at San Diego, CA Duration: 6 Months with possibilities of extension and conversion to full-time Hours: 8 AM
- 5 PM, Overtime Travel: 0-5% Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position.
Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Description: Execute mechanical and measurement tests driven and defined by test engineers across product development and design verification.
Demonstrate strong working knowledge of test equipment and fixtures, including proper configuration, operation, and limitations.
Independently troubleshoot test setups, equipment issues, and execution challenges to ensure reliable and repeatable results.
Provide hands-on input to test method improvement by identifying equipment limitations, setup inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve robustness and repeatability.
Collect, organize, and communicate high-quality test data and execution learnings to engineers to support informed engineering decisions This is a hands-on early career test engineer role focused on executing engineer-defined mechanical testing and improving execution quality through troubleshooting feedback including improvements to the test methods that we currently have.
This role is primarily focused on executing tests.
Testing demonstrates proficiency using test equipment, documenting findings and observations.
Analyzes the data and generates basic reports and graphs, and feeds execution learnings back into the test methods, fixture improvements, and related processes.
Candidates may also support CAD scripting or statistical analysis, but execution quality is the priority.
The most critical skills are strong hands-on execution and proficiency using test equipment.
Hands-on experience as Mechanical Test Engineer and Mechanical aspect Collaboration with multiple teams and stakeholders Where you come in: You will drive the execution of test activities across all phases of product development.
You will collect and document test results using good documentation practices and assist in failure analysis to support root-cause investigations.
You will conduct feasibility testing, developmental testing, characterization testing, material testing, and design verification testing and support all engineering requests from the RandD teams.
You will operate various test equipment, including vernier scales, microscopes, tensile testing machines, multimeters, oscilloscopes, temperature probes, data acquisition systems, drop testing equipment, mechanical shock and vibration equipment, environmental chambers, hardness testers, and fatigue testing machines.
You will support the development of test procedures, equipment/fixture builders, and any documentation that supports testing.
You will support fixture or equipment development for product testing.
Activities include designing and testing equipment or fixtures, processes, and completing engineering studies and validations.
You will assist in lab management, including equipment troubleshooting, safety protocol enforcement, documentation, lab organization, and audit preparation to ensure compliance and efficiency.
What makes you successful: BS or MS in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with 0 2 years of experience.
Experience designing fixtures, tools, or equipment using CAD software (SolidWorks or OnShape preferred).
Proficiency in at least one scripting or high-level programming language (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C, VBA).
Familiarity with statistical analysis, DOE techniques (e.g., Gauge RandR, t-test, ANOVA), and data interpretation.
Hands-on experience with electromechanical test equipment and measurement systems, with strong troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with effective technical writing for protocols and reports.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time management and prioritization abilities.
Demonstrated initiative, fast learning, and curiosity to explore new tools and methods.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a dynamic testing environment.
Collaborative team player who works effectively across RandD teams and is flexible with work hours when needed.
Critical thinker who adapts quickly, solves problems independently, and thrives in a dynamic testing environment.
Be flexible with work hours and responsive to shifting priorities, including early mornings, late nights, or possible overtime when necessary to support testing schedules, project demands, or urgent operational tasks Experience: 0 2 years of experience Required: Strong hands-on experience with mechanical or measurement test equipment and fixtures, including independent troubleshooting Proficiency with CAD software to review, modify, or create test fixtures and setups (SolidWorks or Onshape, or other 3D CAD tools) Ability to execute engineer-defined test methods and document results accurately in a development or verification environment Preferred Ability to develop test methods end-to-end, including defining objectives, designing setups, selecting equipment, executing tests, and refining methods based on results Experience improving test robustness, repeatability, and efficiency through iterative method refinement Strong technical judgment to translate hands-on testing experience into well-documented, engineer-ready test methods Education: Bachelor's degree required (Not a Master's degree) Interview Process: 2 rounds (Screening and on-site interview) About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond.
The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer.
DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
CAD, Solidworks
Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations.
Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.
Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions.
Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries about this opportunity, please contact one of our Talent Specialists, Hema, at (63 or Sri Balan at (63 Title
- Quality Engineer 2
- Remote Duration: 12 Months Location: Remote Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position.
Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Description: Summary: The main function of a quality engineer is to research and test the design, functionality, and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes, and develop quality standards.
A typical quality engineer can read and interpret blueprints and evaluate product integrity and standards.
Job Responsibilities: Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
Establishes a program to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
May write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities.
May specialize in areas of quality control engineering, such as design, incoming material, process control, product evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software, research and development, and administrative applications.
Skills: Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.
Team player and detail-oriented.
Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Basic experience with computer applications and software related to the engineering field, such as Computer-Aided Design (CAD).
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
2-4 years of experience required.
About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond.
The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer.
DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
schematics, Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
