Engineering Jobs in Newport Beach, CA

Senior Counsel, Litigation & IP Strategy

You will lead litigation portfolio with a heavy focus on semiconductor technologies. You will bridge the gap between complex engineering concepts and compelling legal arguments, managing high-stakes disputes across the U.S., EU, and Asia-Pacific.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Drive litigation strategy ,semiconductor-related IP, antitrust, trade secrets, and class action matters.

• Hands-on Execution: Draft pleadings and briefs for high-stakes cases and direct all phases of litigation from discovery through trial and appeal.

• Technical Translation: Collaborate with engineering teams to translate deep-tech architecture into winning legal positions.

• Global Risk Management: Manage outside counsel and litigation budgets while navigating regulatory inquiries and ITC Section 337 investigations.

• Executive Advisory: Partner with senior leadership to align legal risks with broader business and market dynamics.

Who You Are

• A Proven Expert: J.D. with 8+ years of litigation experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership capacity (In-House/NPE).

• Semi-Tech Savvy: Deep technical understanding of semiconductor design and memory systems.

• IP Veteran: Significant experience in patent litigation and inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the PTAB.

• Strategic Thinker: You don't just manage cases; you proactively identify and mitigate risk before it hits the docket.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house experience at a semiconductor/tech company or NPE

• Familiarity with SEPs (Standards-Essential Patents) and licensing negotiations.

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering is a major plus.

Mechanical Engineer – Aerospace Thermal Management Systems (Integration & Packaging)

Location: Onsite – Irvine CA

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen

Role Overview

We are seeking two highly skilled Mechanical Engineers with experience in the Aerospace & Defense sector to support the development and integration of advanced thermal management subsystems used across military and commercial platforms globally.

This role focuses on mechanical subsystem development from a packaging and integration perspective, including enclosure design and integration of electronic and fluid control components such as pumps, compressors, fans, and valves. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience developing aerospace-grade subsystems within defined volume and interface constraints, ensuring high reliability, environmental robustness, and compliance with industry standards.

These roles will support programs progressing from Preliminary Design Review (PDR) toward Critical Design Review (CDR) and will involve reuse and adaptation of existing product architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical enclosures for aerospace electronic and control subsystems such as thermal management systems and related subsystems
• Package and integrate COTS and custom components into customer-defined volume constraints by integrating components including pumps, compressors, fans, valves, and control electronics
• Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
• Conduct tolerance analysis, GD&T, stack-up analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Support prototype builds, integration activities, testing, and validation
• Implement design considerations to satisfy and qualify the environmental requirements (shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, EMI/EMC interface considerations) per MIL standards.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, thermal, structural, and systems engineering teams
• Participate in root cause analysis and design refinement
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards and documentation practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace & Defense mechanical subsystem development
• U.S. Citizen (No Dual Citizenship)
• Strong mechanical packaging and integration experience
• Experience designing enclosures housing electronics and fluid/mechanical components
• Exposure to thermal management systems (ECS, vapor cycle, or liquid cooling preferred but not mandatory)
• Working knowledge of rotating machinery components (fans, compressors, pumps)
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred; strong experience in other platforms acceptable)
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Familiarity with aerospace environmental standards (MIL-STD preferred)
• Experience supporting qualification and validation testing
• Strong understanding of materials selection for aerospace applications
• Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience packaging turbomachinery components within constrained aerospace envelopes
• Exposure to controls systems integration
• Knowledge of vibration isolation and shock mitigation techniques
• Experience supporting PDR/CDR processes
• Familiarity with configuration management and aerospace documentation rigor
• Exposure to FMEA, reliability analysis, and lifecycle support

*Note that this job is on-site only in Irvine, CA*

Job Summary:

Willow is a health and wellness innovator harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and clinical evidence to drive meaningful change in healthcare. We are using cutting-edge technology, data, and a highly engaging user experience to revolutionize chronic disease management and prevention. We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our growing team. We are looking for strong talent to help us create novel life-changing digital health solutions for our users. We hire creative people and give them autonomy to do great work. Our senior software engineers are comfortable dealing with high-level specifications, working independently and in small teams, and are involved in the product process from start to finish. We need engineers who are excited to try new approaches and collectively learn the right approach to delivering the best health care experiences.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Work with product managers, designers, and a talented group of engineers to craft unique and beautiful user experiences that will make our mobile solutions best in class.

· Play a critical role in the software architecture, design, and development of our mobile apps.

· Write clean and well-tested code that allows us to keep our applications stable and easily modifiable. Contribute to a knowledge-sharing and an open and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications and Experience

· BS or higher in Computer Science, other related degree, or equivalent work experience.

· 8+ years of experience developing software, with at least 5 years working with Java/Kotlin in mobile application development

· Knowledge of mobile design principles, patterns, and best practices

· Knowledge of push notifications, web technologies and services (HTTP, REST, websocket, etc.)

· Design and development experience with Object Oriented Programming, SOLID principles, MVC, MVVM, Dependency Injection, persisting data

· Understanding of source code management tools, such as Git

· Experience with Kotlin Multiplatform, MongoDB/Realm, Bluetooth framework, IoT and Linux is a plus

· Experience with engineering medical software is a plus

· Team player

Physical requirements/Work Environment

This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some local travel is necessary; therefore, the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver's license is required.

The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in multi-layer PCB design for defense electronics systems and proficiency in industry-standard PCB design tools.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop multi-layer PCB layouts for defense electronic systems.

Utilize OrCAD/Allegro tools for schematic capture and PCB layout.

Perform high-speed and high-density PCB layout design while ensuring signal integrity and manufacturability.

Ensure PCB designs comply with IPC Class 3 standards and industry best practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, manufacturing, and testing teams.

Required Skills:

6–10 years of experience in PCB design and layout engineering.

Strong proficiency in OrCAD and Allegro PCB design tools.

Experience with high-speed and high-density PCB layout design.

Knowledge of IPC Class 3 design standards.

IPC CID or CID+ certification is preferred.

Job Title: Operations Manager - Process Automation

Reports to: VP, Operational Excellence

Location: Irvine, CA

About Our Organization

RIS Rx (pronounced "RISE") is a healthcare technology startup in the pharmaceutical patient access and affordability space. We have quickly become an industry leader with a valuable service portfolio that addresses common patient access barriers, leading to better treatment outcomes and improved quality of life. Here at RIS Rx, we invite our teammates and partners to "Rise Up" with us to bring accessible healthcare to everyone.

Job Summary

We are growing exponentially so we need to build products that scale. This Operations Manager will pave the way for our PMs and Engineers by partnering with operators to measure performance, identify high ROI problems, prototype with low-code and GenAI solutions, and implement systems that pull the solution and operations towards the goal.

The ideal candidate is a structured problem solver with an eye for detail, a track record of rolling up their sleeves to experience the problem, and excellent communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Define KPIs and build dashboards to measure performance and support proactive decision-making.

• Identify, structure, and prioritize problems that affect our KPIs. Use frameworks and data to brainstorm options. Facilitate tradeoff conversations with leadership to align on a recommendation.

• Create project plans, generate cross-functional buy-in, and project manage a team to meet deliverables.

• Build low-code solutions and otherwise prototype products. Use these prototypes to clarify product requirements for PMs and engineers.

• Implement processes and systems to reduce chaos and pull operations towards KPIs.

• Be a thought partner to our operations, product, and engineering leaders.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree, ideally in a quantitative field like engineering, science, or mathematics.

• 5+ years of experience in a role that requires highly structured problem solving like engineering, consulting, finance, and supply chain management.

• Experience operating, building, or otherwise getting your hands dirty to solve the problem.

Skills

• Strong analytical problem solving and structured thinking. Able to translate ambiguity into repeatable and scalable systems.

• Thorough and detail oriented.

• Action-oriented and not afraid of solving a problem you've never seen before. A self-starter and go-getter.

• Comfortable building models in Excel or writing scripts in Python. Bonus points if you've built solutions with GenAI tools.

• Excellent communication skills and an ability to tailor your message to the audience.

• Collaborative and teammate-lifting mindset.

RED Digital Cinema, a Nikon Group company, is a leading manufacturer of professional digital cameras. RED's modular camera system and groundbreaking image quality are by far the best on the market today! RED continues to break ground with new products like the Z Mount KOMODO-X and V-RAPTOR-X. RED was used for major productions like The Queen's Gambit, The Social Dilemma, My Octopus Teacher, The Suicide Squad, The Morning Show, Russian Doll, Squid Game, Matrix, Red Notice, and Mank. In addition, RED has been selected as the camera of choice in 3 major productions, winning 2 Oscars and 3 Emmys in the cinematography category.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Operations Project Manager plays an integral role in the day-to-day management and implementation of RED's products. They are meticulously organized, motivated, and performance driven person who can help the team complete projects in a rapidly changing environment. The ideal candidate is confident in communicating with others, be self-motivated, and have worked in collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and capabilities.
• Monitor the project from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending.
• Organize cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project i.e., product on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Develop detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training and on-time delivery.
• Partner with peers across all RED's Manufacturing and Quality teams, including Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Test, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Production.
• Direct responsibility for project management of key strategic operations initiatives within the Manufacturing and Operations organizations at RED. Strategic Initiatives include New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness, vendor onboarding, capacity planning, compliance and certification tracking and strategic sourcing.
• Identify and lead process improvement opportunities for the Manufacturing organization; includes Test, Quality and Production Groups.
• Collaborate on integrated master schedule and project plan with Engineering Project Management.
• Be an integral Team Member of the Project Management Office that spans Engineering and Manufacturing organizations and report to the Sr. Director, PMO at RED

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field of study is preferred a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a project manager role or equivalent role.
• Independent worker and thinker with a positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Multi-task, meet deadlines, quickly process information and maintain confidential information with a dedication to ensuring quality of the product.
• Have sound knowledge of Manufacturing and Quality functions in a high technology environment.
• Have a proven track record of successful deployment of new product or process capability across Test, Quality and/or Production groups.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Target Process, Pivatol Tracker, Jira, Basecamp),
• Project Management Certification e..g. PMP or PgMP preferred

***Candidates must be based in California, Maryland, or DC.***

ABOUT SEQUOIA CLIMATE FOUNDATION

Sequoia Climate Foundation is a climate philanthropy that believes in a world powered by clean energy, where all people are protected by policies that have averted the worst effects of climate change. We support bold strategies and efforts that will have both near-term impact and the greatest probability of long-term success. We believe that solving climate change requires the adoption of ambitious, evidence-based policy solutions that transform markets, advance clean technology, and lead to large‐scale change.

JOB SUMMARY

The Evidence and Learning Officer implements evidence and learning practices, providing actionable, evidence-based insights to grantmaking staff. They provide support in the development of theories of change, and review proposed strategies and grants to support high impact grantmaking. They work closely with grantmaking teams, providing training on key evidence and learning practices, as well as ongoing coaching and implementation support. They support strategic reflection practices with both grantmaking staff and grantees, using established methods and approaches. They work across multiple grantmaking portfolios, and are able to adapt their modes of engagement to meet the needs of grantmaking staff. Where necessary, they engage directly with grant recipients on evidence and learning related topics. They foster and embody a culture of organizational learning. The Research Officer will report to the Chief Evidence and Learning Officer, and collaborate closely with grantmaking staff across multiple organizations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY OUTCOMES

• Collaborates with multiple grantmaking portfolios to support theory of change development and provide pragmatic reviews of proposed grantmaking (using established methods and protocols).
• Supports grantmaking teams to implement purpose-oriented reflection practices with grantees that support grant stewardship and ongoing learning.
• Supports implementation of structured processes for reflection and evidence-based briefings oriented toward distilling actionable insights that maximize climate impact.
• Collaborates with other Evidence and Learning staff to conduct purpose-driven, pragmatic quantitative analysis in support of philanthropic decision-making.
• Fosters and embodies a culture of iterative experimentation and learning internally and with partners.
• Manages multiple projects and timelines
• Performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS

• Advanced degree in policy, science, engineering, or mathematics required.
• A minimum of three years working in climate policy, climate philanthropy, or a related field is required.
• Demonstrated experience with synthesizing and translating technical content into actionable insights delivered verbally or writing or verbally required.
• Demonstrated experience with project management and coordination across a team required.
• Knowledge of learning and reflection practices preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Integrity: Commitment to Sequoia Climate Foundation's mission and values.
• Inspirational Leadership: Demonstrated values-based, results-driven leadership.
• Collegiality: Strong work ethic and experience working collaboratively with a team.
• Efficiency/Initiative: Ability to learn quickly, juggle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
• Quality/Compliance: Attention to detail and timelines.
• Analysis: Comfortable applying mathematical concepts, including calculus, statistics, and Bayesian probability.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 15 lbs. Requires the ability to periodically travel locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Job Title: Project Manager (Structural Engineering)

Location: Glendale, El Segundo, or Irvine, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday (On-site)

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: Base pay starts at $90,000+

Overview:

A growing engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support its structural engineering practice. This role is responsible for leading multiple projects, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence from proposal through project completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple structural engineering projects simultaneously
• Coordinate, prepare, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, and other client solicitations
• Collaborate with the Principal-in-Charge on the development of structural systems
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on project-related matters
• Ensure technical accuracy, quality control, and compliance with project standards
• Establish and manage project fees, budgets, and schedules in partnership with leadership
• Monitor project costs and timelines to maintain profitability and meet contractual commitments
• Identify out-of-scope work and prepare proposals for additional services
• Report directly to the Principal-in-Charge
• Perform Project Engineer duties when required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Structural Engineering
• Structural Engineer (S.E.) license with 10+ years of experience preferred
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license with 3–10 years of project leadership experience considered
• Demonstrated experience managing structural engineering projects

*Position only available on-site in Irvine, CA*

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Clinical Studies Coordinator to lead and execute end-to-end clinical studies supporting FDA submissions (510(k)), pilot and feasibility studies, post-market clinical follow-up, and real-world evidence generation.

This role is hands-on, operational, and strategic. The ideal candidate has deep experience managing medical device and digital health clinical studies, working directly with FDA-facing documentation, IRBs, investigators, CROs, and internal regulatory, engineering, and product teams.

This position plays a critical role in de-risking regulatory submissions, ensuring GCP compliance, and translating clinical evidence into successful regulatory and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of clinical studies, including:
• Pilot/feasibility studies
• IDE-exempt and IDE-supporting studies
• Pivotal and non-pivotal studies for FDA 510(k) submissions
• Post-market surveillance (PMS) and post-market clinical follow-up (PMCF)
• Real-world evidence (RWE) and usability studies
• Develop and manage study timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Ensure studies are conducted in compliance with GCP,FDA regulations, ISO 14155 and other applicable standards.
• Prepare, review, and maintain clinical documentation for regulatory submissions, including:
• Clinical Study Plans (CSPs)
• Protocols and amendments
• Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)
• Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) (in collaboration with biostatistics)
• Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)
• Ensure audit-ready clinical documentation at all times

Other Responsibilities:

• Support subject recruitment and enrollment activities
• Conduct blood draws on study subjects.
• Process blood samples.
• Initiate IV's when the MD is unavailable.
• Supervise the maintenance of laboratory equipment, including calibration records.
• Maintain clinical staff training documentation.
• Perform other duties or special projects as requested.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• 7 – 10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Knowledge of clinical databases and data management systems
• Ability to be an integral part of an innovative, fast-paced product development team.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent studies is essential
• LVN with IV training certificate or RN.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biostatistics, Health Informatics, Biomedical Engineering
• Experience with clinical studies and interfacing with IRB.
• Clinical research certifications

Physical requirements/Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office as well as laboratory environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Work in a lab involves potential exposure to blood borne pathogens, as well as needles. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings, walking in the facilities, or processing tissue samples, blood, etc. Some local travel is necessary so the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver's license is required. Some travel to clinical sites might be required.

The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.

Workers Compensation Claim Manager

Property & Casualty Insurance

The manager oversees a team of Claim Specialists who address claims of varying complexities within the department. This role involves tracking claim trends and regularly reporting findings to department leadership, along with action plans to mitigate any negative trends. Candidates residing in Pacific Standard Time regions are highly preferred. A deep understanding of California Workers' Compensation statutes is essential. The manager will direct policies and procedures to ensure that claim handling aligns with the company's best practices, as well as all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

Collaboration with the Assistant Vice President is a key aspect, focusing on the planning and establishment of regional business goals. Working alongside risk engineering, underwriting, account executives, vendor management, and legal teams, the manager will address trends that could affect claims costs and develop guidelines that support the department's and company's objectives. Technical support should be provided to claims specialists, drawing from industry publications, seminars, and various resources to remain current on essential updates.

Staying informed about recent legal rulings and trends by reviewing case law is also critical. Ensuring a competent claims staff is vital for the timely and equitable resolution of claims based on applicable contracts, state regulations, and company policies. Coverage issues will be identified, including a review of all coverage evaluation letters. The manager will approve recommendations for case reserves and oversee the adequacy of reserves for claims managed by the team. Guidance in claim negotiations and extending settlement authority to Claims Specialists is essential, as is recruiting, mentoring, and retaining skilled staff. Developing and training direct reports is important to maximize their growth and success, while also addressing any performance issues to meet both departmental and individual goals.

Setting, executing, and monitoring regional office claims objectives in alignment with the company's mission is crucial, along with a willingness to participate in special projects beyond standard duties. Engaging with current and potential customers about the company's claims capabilities and their specific needs is also required.

Candidates should have over eight years in WC Claims supervision or management roles, with substantial experience in California jurisdiction. A bachelor's degree or its equivalent is mandatory, alongside strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and Lotus Notes is also necessary.