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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.
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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.
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About Means Engineering, Inc.
Means Engineering, Inc., headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, delivers innovative solutions across the medical, industrial, semiconductor, and military sectors. We combine deep expertise in product development with a relentless commitment to design, function, and quality.
Our team is guided by our core values — Passion, Integrity, Innovation, Quality, and Ethics — ensuring every project meets the highest standards. Join us and be part of a company that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced-level setup and operation of milling, turning, and grinding machines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues quickly and effectively.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job specifications.
- Execute high-precision benchwork and layout activities.
- Edit CNC setup sheets; suggest and implement programming or process improvements.
- Inspect parts to ensure conformance to quality standards and specifications.
- Accurately document work in the ERP system, including job status, time tracking, and nonconformance reports.
- Collaborate with Process Engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement projects.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; follow all company policies and safety
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 7 years of related machining experience.
- Strong English communication skills – able to understand verbal and written instructions, collaborate with team members, and actively participate in meetings and training.
- Math proficiency in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Exceptional measurement skills with the ability to work within tight tolerances.
- Expertise in reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Ability to document quality control requirements clearly and accurately.
- Solid understanding of tooling, equipment safety, and machining best practices.
- A proactive mindset for addressing non-conforming operations and producing accurate, high-quality parts within deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with experience mentoring junior team members
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) Vignesh Chinnaiyan at (224) 507-1296 Title: Test Method Validation Engineer Duration: 6 Months with potential to extend and convertion to FTE Location: San Diego, CA Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position.
Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Shift Time
- 8 AM to 5 PM Overtime Hours: Possible Description: Meet the team: Join a dynamic and collaborative multi-disciplined engineering team at client.
We support the organization by standing up pilot manufacturing lines for new product development.
These manufacturing lines are intended to prototype, evaluate and validate product designs.
This role is crucial to develop the software systems which capture, store and view the data which is produced from the manufacturing line.
Where you come in: Develop test methods through Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and/or Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRandR) methodology to assess and improve measurement reliability Lead Test Method Validation (TMV) activities including protocol development, execution, and reporting.
Create and release test fixtures or equipment including CAD, drawings, prototyping, fabrication and implementation into a manufacturing environment Plan and perform Design of Experiment (DOE) to characterize and determine optimal processing and/or test methods Design, document and optimize new manufacturing process/assembly steps and operating procedures for new stations, equipment, and processes within a regulated quality system.
Analyze data using statistical tools (JMP or Minitab) to evaluate method/process performance and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate cross-functionally with RandD, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure test methods meet product and business requirements.
Author and maintain validation documentation including protocols, reports, and risk assessments.
Looking for Mechanical system testing, leak, pressure testing, water-immersive system testing, and eventually Electromechanical testing is a must-have need.
Open to non-medical candidates; need to be a strong fit.
What makes you successful: Strong problem solving skills when validating both destructive and non-destructive test methods.
Highly familiar with vision-based metrology equipment Have a preventative mindset through anticipating potential problems.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Flexibility to occasionally work 2nd shift based on equipment availability.
Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g.
JMP, Minitab) Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet Experience with MSA (Measurement System Analysis) or GR-R methodology will be required.
Experience with CAD is a must-have.
SolidWorks will be preferred.
Required Skills (top 3 non-negotiables): End-to-end Test Method Validation (TMV) or Gauge RandR Vision-based equipment for Dimensional Inspection Medical Device Industry Exp Preferred Skills (nice to have) Mechanical Tensile or Compression Testing (Instron) Statistical Data Experience JMP or Minitab Process Development (DOE) Overall Experience: Ideal will be 6-9 years; 4-5 years will be considered.
Software Skills Required: JMP or Minitab is preferred, but not required Education Requirements: BS in Mechanical Engineering or Bioengineering Number of Interviews: 2 rounds 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.
Medical Device, Test Method Validation, Gauge Randamp;R
OUR CORE PILLARS: Safety | Operational Excellence | Shareholder Value
Propulsion Controls Engineering has a job openings for Outside Machinist Journeyman, with a minimum 5 years of marine and/or shipyard experience preferred; at our San Diego, CA location. PCE is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. PCE has garnered a wealth of extensive experience in successfully executing major system overhauls across numerous ports throughout the world on virtually every class of ship currently in operation.
Job Summary / Outside Machinist:
Capable of accomplishing the installation, maintenance, and repair of ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems including, but not limited to Steam, Gas Turbine, and Diesel propulsion systems, rudders and steering gear, elevators, and deck equipment without Supervision. Capable of accomplishing the installation repair, and maintenance of ship's fluid systems which include pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators and valves without Supervision.
Analyze defects and adjusts or repairs electrical mechanical systems of outboard motors. Disassembles and inspects motor for defective parts, using mechanical hand tools.
Replaces parts like gears., magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs and reassembles engine.
Capable of accomplishing the testing of equipment to ensure systems meet 4E specifications, references and drawings without Supervision. Capable of accomplishing the installation and testing of various shop equipment. Must have ability to follow repair references and drawings and be proficient in the use of precision measuring equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.
Job Requirements and Experience / Outside Machinist:
- Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
- Minimum 5 years of marine and/or shipyard experience preferred.
- Marine Hydraulics or Marine Refrigeration a plus.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary plans such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity)
- Paid Time Off
- Company paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan (401(k) plan with company matching and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Career development opportunities
This position may require access to U.S. government or military sites. As such, candidates must be eligible to obtain base access clearance, which includes passing a background check and presenting valid government-issued identification. Per federal requirements, acceptable ID must be REAL ID-compliant or an approved form of federal identification, such as a valid U.S. passport.
OUTSIDE MACHINIST JOURNEYMAN
EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled
We want to talk to you if:
You are detail-oriented, reliable, loyal, and technologically savvy.
You have exceptional hand-eye coordination.
You want a career, not just a job.
Your organizational skills allow you to submit daily project updates and daily logs.
You want to become a top-of-the-industry fabricator (We promote from within).
Please DON'T answer this ad if:
You cannot commit to a minimum 2-year engagement.
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Vortex Engineering is a long-standing premier metal fabricator that helps modernize U.S. Navy submarines and ships. We also manufacture solutions for the water filtration industry. We are looking for hardworking, detailed, and personable people for a Metal Fabricator position. We are an extremely stable company with steady work. We offer higher than industry average pay, medical benefits, 401(K), and vacation.
Qualifications
- Previous welding and fabricating experience preferred.
- Must be able to pass a U.S Government background check.
- Ability to work independently and on a team to complete daily activities according to work schedules.
- A valid Driver's License and clean driving record (Commercial Driver's License a plus).
- Ability to lift up to 70 lb
- Work hard in demanding environments
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 3 years
Shift:
- 8-hour shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- San Diego, CA: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Welding: 3 years (Required)
- Metal Fabrication: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
OUR CORE PILLARS: Safety | Operational Excellence | Shareholder Value
Propulsion Controls Engineering has multiple positions open for Welder Journeyman, with a minimum of five years marine and/or shipyard experience; supporting our San Diego, California location. PCE is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. PCE has garnered a wealth of extensive experience in successfully executing major system overhauls across numerous ports throughout the world on virtually every class of ship currently in operation
Job Summary / Welder Journeyman:
Welder with advanced knowledge of FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, GMAW and BRAZE and the ability to determine proper weld joint design without Supervision. Basic knowledge of fittings preferred. Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Job Requirements and Experience:
- Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
- Minimum 5 years of marine and/or shipyard experience preferred.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary plans such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity)
- Paid Time Off
- Company paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan (401(k) plan with company matching and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- Career development opportunities
This position may require access to U.S. government or military sites. As such, candidates must be eligible to obtain base access clearance, which includes passing a background check and presenting valid government-issued identification. Per federal requirements, acceptable ID must be REAL ID-compliant or an approved form of federal identification, such as a valid U.S. passport.
Welder Journeyman
EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled
About Proper Voltage
Proper Voltage is unlocking the next generation of battery technology across robotics, data centers, and defense. We build intelligent battery systems that make advanced chemistries-sodium-ion, lithium-titanate, lithium-silicon-work in products never designed for them.
- Humanoid robots can upgrade power systems without redesigning their platform.
- Data centers get safer, cost-effective backup power.
- Drones and autonomous vehicles get higher energy density with minimal integration effort.
If you want to tackle hard engineering problems that matter-power systems enabling humanoid robots, AI infrastructure, and next-gen mobility-this is the place.
Job Overview:
As the Head of Product & Programs at Proper Voltage you will be the driving force behind the definition and delivery of our portfolio of products. You will set a clear product vision and translate it into executable programs that align the business around a single, coherent direction.
This role owns the path from concept through production and field deployment, shaping what we build, why we build it, and how it comes together. To be successful, priorities must be clear, tradeoffs intentional and teams empowered to move quickly without losing alignment or rigor. Critically though this cannot come at the cost of the creativity and ambition that drives exceptional product.
If you thrive in balancing ambition and execution, can think creatively and with rigor and are a proven leader this is where you can build something that truly endures.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Organisation Building
- Build and lead a team spanning product management, technical program management, systems engineering and product data management
- Act as a trusted partner to the executive team in building and delivering our product vision
- Model the behaviors and leadership qualities that define our culture, serving as a visible advocate for collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Product Vision & Strategy
- Own and articulate a clear vision for Proper Voltage's products
- Translate customer needs, market requirements and company strategy into cohesive product roadmaps and platform strategies.
- Define product positioning, differentiation and lifecycle evolution in collaboration with commercial and engineering leadership.
- End-to-End Program Ownership
- Lead product realization from concept through to production
- Own program plans, milestones, risks and execution health across multiple concurrent product lines.
- Lead decision-making in ambiguous, fast-moving situations while maintaining product integrity and delivery discipline.
- Systems Engineering & Technical Integration
- Ensure product requirements are well-defined, traceable and balanced across all programs
- Partner closely with engineering leaders to ensure designs meet product intent and system-level requirements.
- Champion disciplined systems thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.
- Product Data & Configuration Control
- Own product structure, configuration management, and change control processes.
- Ensure product data integrity across the product lifecycle
- Balance startup speed with the rigor required for an industrial customer base
Required Qualifications:
- Proven success in leading product development teams on complex electromechanical products from concept through to production
- Deep understanding of engineering and manufacturing development process and tools
- Demonstrated experience operating with high levels of ambiguity
- 12 or more years of experience in technical program management, systems, new product introduction or product engineering
- Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Strong technical background with comfort in multidisciplinary environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven to enforce process consistency.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with:
- Lithium ion, sodium ion, and other advanced energy storage technologies.
- DC-to-DC converters and digital controls in power electronics.
- High-voltage battery backup systems and pulsed power systems.
- Analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design, simulation, and layout.
- Thermal management for high-power battery systems.
- Experience in startups or high-growth technology companies, demonstrating adaptability and versatility across engineering disciplines.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Company Equity
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Flexible PTO with a generous holiday policy
- Hybrid-friendly work schedule, with travel as needed
Do you have a passion for designing and developing innovative medical and drug delivery devices that help improve lives? At Gilero’s Carlsbad, CA office, we are looking for a Senior Product Development Engineer to join our mission-driven team driving innovative solutions for patients and customers. In this role you will champion the design, development, and production of medical devices and combination devices, focusing on idea generation, verification, validation, and DHF development to state-of-the-art requirements.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and like ensuing high-quality outcomes working with customers, vendors, and internal teams, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence!
Responsibilities
- Act as a technical lead, increasing the rigor of technical product development, with project oversight of products, accessories, and cross-functional initiatives.
- Manage product development deliverables of high complexity through the entire development lifecycle, concept through manufacturing transfer (Phase 0 – 5).
- Track technical risk and provide engineering guidance.
- Provide feedback and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Lead the development team through technical risk retirement. Guide the team on technical risks through step-by-step simplification to discover root cause.
- Create, review, and release documents according to Gilero’s QMS and the lifecycle of the project and develop test methods and protocols to fulfill state of the art requirements.
- Inform project managers and business development on technical projects variables in order to build accurate project budgets that include feasibility, prototyping, verification and validation.
- Act as project manager for smaller, technically oriented projects.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Able to work in the office 4 days a week
- BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree
- 5+ years of product development experience in medical device, combination product or similar space preferred.
- Skilled at transforming complex situations into well-defined project deliverables
- Able to lead team to achieve difficult goals through step-by-step simplification
- Able to convert complex questions into tasks to further drive simplification and clarification.
- Understanding of good GDP
- Understand the Phase Gate System
- Have deep ISO 14971, 13485 and CFR 21 Knowledge base; Experience with ISO 10993 a plus.
- Translate VOC (Voice of Customer) feedback into engineering design inputs and outputs.
- Create/draft clinically relevant User Requirements with minimal oversight
- Ability to translate User Needs/Requirements into measurable technical/product requirements and set appropriate specification though thought experiments and empirical testing.
- Ability to discern and document appropriate scenarios for rationale-based decisions versus testing-based approaches
- Ability to author scientific/logic-based rationale
- Prepare documentation to support design history files and regulatory submissions
- Analyze test data, interpret results, formulate conclusions, and apply statistical techniques (t-test, ANOVA, UCL/LCL, Tolerance Intervals)
- Draft Risk documentation through understanding of Risk, Risk analysis, & Risk Burn Down
- Support chartering and maintaining project objectives and milestones.
- Develop testing campaigns, test flows, sample size analysis, and justification, based on sound judgment, Risk analysis, and QMS requirements.
- Lead product and process risk assessments, including hazard analysis, FMEAs and residual risk analysis in conjunction with Quality Engineering
- Write and execute protocols for design verification and validation
- Lead test method development and validation, have strong knowledge of measurement system analysis (e.g. calibration, accuracy, gage R&R, etc)
- Oversee and perform testing and inspection of prototypes and pre-production products including assisting assembly for DV&V builds and clinical builds
- Lead investigation of device failures, coordinate resources, determine root cause, identify corrective actions, and document in conjunction with Quality Engineering
- Investigate, evaluate, and research competitive devices and product materials/designs
- Understanding of Pre-clinical validation and GLP
- Ability to review and understand technical drawings and GD&T to support development lifecycle
- Ability to review, understand, and distill technical standards (ISO, ASTM, IEC, etc).
Personal Attributes:
Meets Gilero Core Values:
Collaboration - embracing teamwork and transparency in our organization, partnering with our customers and vendors
Integrity - doing the right thing at all times; fair and trustworthy; always keeping the patient in mind
Innovation - open to new ideas, processes, and solutions; leveraging technology to creatively solve problems
Excellence - delivering exceptional products and services with passion and pride
- Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities and providing high-quality service to internal and to external clients
- Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers
- Follows established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Eligibility To Work
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship. Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).
We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.
Why work at Gilero?
Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.
You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.
Principal Systems Engineer
Location: Carlsbad, CA (onsite)
Status: Full-Time
Overview
A rapidly growing, global semiconductor company is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support next-generation connectivity solutions across data center, wireless, and high-speed communication technologies.
This role sits within a highly technical Systems Engineering team and will focus on system-level design, validation, and performance optimization of advanced microelectronic (SoC) solutions. The position offers strong visibility across engineering, product, and customer-facing teams, with opportunities to influence next-generation architectures in high-growth markets such as AI and data infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead system-level debug, validation, and performance optimization for high-speed communication systems
- Architect and analyze complex systems involving DSP, high-speed interfaces, and connectivity solutions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software, and design engineering teams
- Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex system-level issues
- Support development of reference designs and validation platforms
- Interface with customers and external partners on technical solutions and performance requirements
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the systems engineering team
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
- 9+ years (BS), 7+ years (MS), or 4+ years (PhD) of relevant experience
- Strong experience in digital signal processing (DSP) and high-speed systems
- Background in wireless technologies (5G/6G) or data center connectivity
- Experience working with semiconductors, chips, or microelectronics (SoC)
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex systems at scale
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical and customer-facing environments
Preferred Experience
- Data center or cloud infrastructure systems
- High-speed interfaces, signal integrity, and system integration
- Exposure to optical or electrical connectivity solutions (non-pure optics background preferred)
- Experience working with leading semiconductor or technology companies
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $155,000 – $193,000 (flexible for top candidates)
- Bonus: ~15% annual discretionary bonus (historically strong payouts)
- Equity: RSU package with 3-year vesting
- Flexible PTO policy
- Strong health benefits coverage
- Relocation assistance (including temporary housing, travel, and dependent support)
- Visa sponsorship available
Additional Details
- Onsite role with flexible working hours
- Collaborative, high-performance engineering environment
- Travel may be required (including potential international customer interaction)
- Growth-driven role with strong long-term advancement potential
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