Engineering Jobs in San Diego, CA

Insight Global is seeking an experienced EPLAN Electrical Designer to support the development of its large-scale metal additive manufacturing platform, the Advanced Test Demonstrator (ATD).

In this role, you will play a critical part in electrical documentation, panel fabrication support, and system integration activities for a complex LPBF (laser powder bed fusion) 3D printer environment. This includes creating and updating EPLAN schematics, supporting hands-on panel builds, documenting wiring and fluid routing, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams (controls, mechanical, and R&D).

The ideal candidate is highly experienced in mixed-voltage electrical systems, industrial standards, and shop-floor integration. This is a hands-on role requiring strong troubleshooting, fabrication support, and comfort working around high-power distribution and sensitive signal environments. While not required, experience with LabVIEW OOP and industrial additive manufacturing systems is highly advantageous.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of electrical design experience
• Proficiency with EPLAN Electric P8 for electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness documentation, and connector pinouts
• Experience supporting panel fabrication and providing real-time troubleshooting for mixed-voltage enclosures
• Experience updating as-built documentation from shop-floor redlines
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical standards (UL, CE, NEC, NFPA)
• Strong wiring, layout, and enclosure integration skills for R&D or industrial machine environments

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with EPLAN Fluid for documenting chiller loops, pneumatics, and gas routing
• LabVIEW OOP experience
• Background in additive manufacturing, large industrial printers, or automation equipment
• Familiarity with pneumatic manifolds, argon systems, or fluid-cooled industrial machinery
• Experience coordinating electrical requirements within CAD enclosure models
• Comfortable working on shop floors with high-power distribution and sensitive signal routing

Job Title: QA Consultant (GxP)

Location: San Diego, CA (On-site)

Position Type: Contract / Consultant

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports To: Site Quality Head / Director, QA

Hours requirement: 8 to 5; may need to have some flexibility to work earlier/late as needed

About Us

Based in San Diego, our site operates as a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical facility utilizing unique and proprietary genetic engineering platform technologies to create next-generation cell and gene therapies with the capacity to cure. We are passionate about making an impact on patients' lives with the development of our CAR-T therapies in various cancers and gene therapies for rare diseases. Our goal is to deliver potential single-treatment cures for patients in need.

Position Summary

The Quality organization is seeking an experienced QA Consultant (GxP) to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this on-site contracted role, you will lead the enhancement and maintenance of local Quality Systems, with a primary focus on the Quality Management System (QMS), Electronic Data Management System (EDMS), Document Control, and overall Quality Assurance functions.

You will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while supporting site-specific needs. This role is integral to the overall GxP Quality system, including processes such as Change Control, Deviation, CAPA, Training, and Document Control, as well as tracking and reporting Quality System Metrics. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional GxP partners including QA, QC, Manufacturing, Validation, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

Support concurrent activities for legacy Quality systems during QMS integration and system migration phases.

Provide QA oversight for approximately 125 updated SOPs and manual/paper-based systems.

Monitor quality metrics and dashboards to reduce overdue records and maintain effective QMS controls.

Operate and support legacy Quality systems during the transition to new platforms.

Oversee and execute Document Control activities for GxP documents, including manufacturing, clinical, and product quality records.

Assist in managing the GxP Training Program and deliver training on Quality System topics (e.g., Annual GMP Training, Change Control, Deviation, CAPA).

Collaborate with Change Control, Deviation, MRB, and CAPA owners to ensure timely completion and compliance of quality records.

Perform operational functions within the ComplianceWire Learning Management System (LMS) and Qualio (EDMS).

Support continuous improvement efforts for events within EDMS and LMS.

Work with document owners to ensure timely periodic review of procedures.

Assist in the creation and revision of SOPs, policies, forms, templates, and reporting tools.

Generate and trend quality metrics, communicating findings to leadership.

Support internal and external audits, including regulatory agency or partner audits, and assist in executing corrective action plans.

Review and approve paper-based quality documentation and electronic quality records.

Promote a culture of quality, teamwork, and accountability with a patient-first mindset.

Align daily activities with department goals and company values.

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related discipline (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).

Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in a GxP environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or cell/gene therapy manufacturing preferred).

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems in a cGxP manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in core Quality systems: Change Control, Deviations, CAPA, Document Control, and Training.

Hands-on experience with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as ComplianceWire or Qualio.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Competencies:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Experience developing training materials and delivering training to employees.

Demonstrated ability to write and revise SOPs, work instructions, and Quality System documents.

Prototype Engineering Technician

Pay: $25.00-$29.00/hour

Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Schedule: Standard Working Hours

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will support prototyping activities within a collaborative manufacturing environment. The position works closely with engineering teams to assist with product development initiatives and the fabrication of prototype components.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting prototype builds in collaboration with Product Development Engineering.
• Assisting with fixture setup, fabrication, and prototype assembly.
• Producing components using machining, rapid prototyping, and fabrication equipment.
• Creating and modifying 3D models using CAD software to support prototype development.
• Supporting cross-functional teams in engineering and manufacturing activities related to product prototyping.

Essential Duties and Job Functions

• Work with engineers to set up and fabricate prototype fixtures and components.
• Operate traditional and CNC machine shop equipment including mills and lathes.
• Produce prototype parts using rapid prototyping equipment such as:
• 3D printers
• Laser cutters
• Other fabrication tools
• Interpret engineering drawings, prints, and schematics to fabricate parts accurately.
• Perform fabrication and assembly of mechanical, electronic, and electro-mechanical components.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) to design or modify solid models for manufacturing.
• Use measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to verify dimensions.
• Follow established machine shop policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols, including the use of proper PPE.
• Utilize common hand and power tools during prototype fabrication and assembly.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Basic mechanical fixture and/or electro-mechanical design experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with machine shop environments and equipment.
• Experience with measurement and inspection tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Experience with rapid prototyping equipment such as 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety practices.

Education & Experience

Required:

• 1-3 years of machine shop experience using traditional equipment such as:
• Conventional lathes
• Mills
• CNC milling machines
• Experience with fabrication and assembly of mechanical or electro-mechanical components.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred / Nice to Have:

• Associate's degree or relevant technical training.
• Experience maintaining tools and managing material inventory.
• Familiarity with optical measurement equipment (e.g., Keyence systems).
• Industry certification or trade school training in a related field.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD software (SolidWorks and/or Fusion 360 preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and assignments as needed.

Immediate need for a talented R&D Project Manager. This is a 12+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in San Diego, CA(Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID:26-08555

Pay Range: $60 - $90/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple R&D programs and/or large-scale product development projects, from feasibility through commercialization, including Class II and/or Class III medical devices (with emphasis on electrically active/medical electrical equipment where applicable).
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, timelines (Gantt charts), budgets, resource plans, and risk registers; proactively identify and mitigate risks across technical, regulatory, clinical, commercial, and electrical safety dimensions.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria; create and maintain project charters, work breakdown structures (WBS), and detailed schedules.
• Lead cross-functional core teams (R&D/Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Operations) to execute program objectives; facilitate effective decision-making and resolve conflicts.
• Drive adherence to Design Control processes (21 CFR 820.30), risk management (ISO 14971), usability engineering (IEC 62366), basic safety and essential performance requirements for medical electrical equipment (IEC 60601-1 series), and other applicable standards throughout the product lifecycle.
• Provide regular status updates, executive-level reporting, and dashboards to senior leadership and stakeholders; communicate program progress, issues, decisions, and changes clearly and proactively.
• Support regulatory strategy development and submissions (e.g., 510(k), PMA, technical files for CE marking), including coordination of electrical safety testing, EMC compliance (IEC 60601-1-2), and collateral/particular standards as needed.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and compliant culture within program teams.
• Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and cross functional teams management.
• Lead cross-functional teams through identification of risks & mitigations, problem resolution and root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plan with risk-based timeline, critical path milestones, resource allocation, roadmap with clear milestones for gap analysis, risk management, remediation, testing, certification and budget tracking to support certification goals
• Monitor the effectiveness and performance of the launch and project team and facilitate the development of contingency plans, recommending corrective actions as required.
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems and regulatory requirements, where applicable.
• Lead the team to prepare for and execute Phase Gate. Represent the team with Client leaders, ensuring such decisions are informed by a balanced and clearly articulated representation of the relevant data.
• Leverage technical acumen to partner with engineering teams, monitor development progress, and ensure alignment between technical deliverables and program timelines
• Drive design control discipline throughout product development, ensuring compliance
• Conduct or oversee gap assessments against general, collateral, and particular standards for medical electrical equipment safety and essential performance.
• Manage integrated risk management (per ISO 14971), including essential performance definition, hazard analysis, risk controls, and verification.
• Coordinate and manager the execution of test plans for electrical safety, EMC, mechanical, environmental, and essential performance requirements; coordinate pre-compliance and formal third-party testing.
• Oversee compliance documentation: technical files, risk management files, test reports, essential performance rationale, and certification justification.
• Integrate compliance activities with the quality management system (ISO 13485) and other regulatory requirements (FDA, EU MDR, etc.).
• Serve as primary liaison with notified bodies, test labs, and regulatory consultants to support certification and post-compliance needs.
• Drive a safety-focused culture while ensuring the team meets the September 2027 compliance target

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key Skills;Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical, or related),Life Sciences, or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of project management in medical devices, with ≥5 years leading compliance programs for medical electrical equipment.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering medical device programs from concept to market launch (including regulatory clearance/approval).
• Strong knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulation (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, ISO 14971 risk management, IEC 62304 (software), and global regulatory pathways (510(k), De Novo, PMA, MDR).
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar) and standard office software.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification not required but is preferred
• Scrum Master and SAFE Agile certification is preferred.
• Experience in medical device industries required, including experience in FDA or other regulated environments.
• Knowledge of the medical device industries beneficial integrating science and technology into business processes.
• Technical background in electrical, mechanical, or biomedical engineering
• Expert in the development and deployment of program management tools and techniques including methods for tracking progress, risk management and delivery of major milestones.
• Understanding of engineering development lifecycles and the ability to translate technical inputs into program-level actions and timelines
• Excellent influencing skills with the ability to achieve challenging goals through others without direct authority across different functions, external partners, geographies, and cultures.
• Drive for accountability within self and others.
• Proven project management experience with delivering medium-to large-scale projects in managed service model from concept through delivery and operations
• Relentless advocacy for the customer with a focus on meeting or exceeding customer requirements.
• Driving the team to make trade-offs that optimize customer and business value while maintaining program velocity and outcomes that sustain the highest standards of quality.
• Direct experience with major test labs and certification bodies for medical electrical equipment standards.
• Experience with programmable electrical medical systems (PEMS) or software-inclusive devices (IEC 62304 knowledge a plus)
• Proven success taking Class II (or higher) active medical electrical devices from gap assessment through third-party certification.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14971, ISO 13485, general/collateral/particular standards for medical electrical safety and essential performance, and EMC requirements.
• Familiarity with FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820), EU MDR/IVDR, or other global regulations.

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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About the Role:

As a CBRE Area General Manager, you will oversee a regional team responsible for executing the company's strategic objectives and driving growth in your assigned area. This role is a part of the Operations Management job function, where you will coordinate staff functions and operations that align with the organization's goals and strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide formal supervision to employees, including training and development, performance evaluations, coaching, and recruitment of new employees.
• Manage the daily activities of the team, establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Provide mentorship and coaching as necessary.
• Implement strategic objectives in your assigned area, driving business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments to ensure alignment of goals.
• Ensure high-quality customer service is provided to clients in your area, addressing any issues or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis for your area, staying up-to-date with industry trends and developments.
• Hold regular meetings with senior management and clients to understand their needs and provide updates on goals and progress.
• Develop and submit short and long-term plans and strategies, utilizing available marketing programs to reach nominated targets. Collaborate with internal sales and marketing teams on initiatives.
• Identify and address challenges and issues within your area, tracking and reporting on key performance metrics and ROI.
• Apply a broad knowledge of the business and your discipline, understanding how your role integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
• Lead by example, modeling behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence others to adopt a different point of view, while being guided by policies and departmental plans.
• Identify and solve technical and operational problems of complexity, understanding the broader impact across the department.
• Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within the job discipline.

What You’ll Need:

• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong MEP/ engineering background
• Experience running facilities engineering departments in multiple buildings/settings
• Experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
• Ability to lead sensitive, complicated, and difficult conversations, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
• Leadership skills to motivate the team to achieve broad operational targets with impacts on own job discipline, multiple job disciplines, and the department.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on eyewear Product Developer to help design, develop, and refine new eyewear products from concept through launch. This role is execution focused but highly collaborative. The ideal candidate combines strong technical product development skills with commercial awareness and an understanding of market trends and customer needs. You will work cross-functionally with executive leadership, sales, marketing, and suppliers to bring high-quality, margin-conscious products to life.

Responsibilities

• Product Design and Development: Develop new products and improve existing ones based on customer insights, data, and company strategy. Translate design intent into manufacturable, scalable products.
• Research and Innovation: Identify emerging materials, technologies, and trends that can differentiate our products in the market.
• Prototyping and Testing: Create, source, and evaluate prototypes. Ensure functionality, fit, durability, and cost targets are met. Iterate quickly and thoughtfully.
• Supplier and Vendor Coordination: Partner with domestic and international suppliers. Evaluate samples, negotiate revisions, manage timelines, and maintain quality standards.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership, marketing, and sales to ensure product development aligns with go to market strategy.
• Project Management: Manage timelines, milestones, and development calendars to ensure successful launches.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain clear documentation of specifications, revisions, costing, and development status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Engineering, or related field.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in product development or consumer product design.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers.
• Proficiency in relevant design tools such as SolidWorks, Rhino, AutoCAD, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Optical experience is helpful but not required.

Work Environment

We are a mature but still growing company with strong margins and a collaborative culture. This is not an environment where internal politics, finger pointing, or corporate games are tolerated.

Our values are not posters on a wall. They are lived daily and guide how we interact with our customers, partners, and each other. We expect integrity in decision making, positivity in approach, innovation in thinking, and a spirit of service that extends to everyone we work with, including our own teammates.

We strive to create an environment that is both professional and human. That includes strong benefits and real quality of life. We offer comprehensive health coverage, retirement support, and a workplace that people genuinely enjoy being part of.

Our offices are dog friendly and designed to encourage connection and collaboration. You will find shared meals, great coffee, team events, friendly competition, and yes, the occasional ping pong match or Mario Kart showdown.

We believe people do their best work when they feel respected, supported, valued, and part of something meaningful.

Employees also have access to a fully equipped private onsite gym with showers.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Frisella Neilson, APC, an established trust and estates law firm, is seeking to hire an experienced attorney. The attorney will be responsible for ensuring quality representation of clients in cases related to trust and estates disputes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of trust and estates matters from intake to resolution.
• Manage deadlines, ensuring consistent and effective case progression.
• Provide accurate and practical advice to clients in and out of court.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop effective case strategies.
• Effectively communicate with opposing counsel to negotiate matters and resolve disputes amicably.
• Draft legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Draft written discovery and responses to written discovery.
• Meet with clients to review responses to written discovery requests, prepare for depositions, and prepare for trial testimony.
• Prepare for and attend client meetings, depositions, mediations, trials, and hearings.
• Document file in accordance with the Firm policies and procedures.
• Travel to courts in and around the State and handle all aspects of litigation of a case.
• Research and interpret laws and regulations and prepare legal opinions.
• Communicate with clients in a manner that develops and maintains client relationships.
• Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain up to date on changes in the law, rules of court or court procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• Experience in civil or probate litigation.
• Experience in the courtroom, taking depositions, drafting discovery, and drafting a variety of motions.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to use email, search engines, internet, Microsoft Products/Office365 and cloud-based products.
• Experience with tracking, recording, and billing time based on the billable hour.
• Communicate with a kind and friendly tone and demeanor.
• Speak clearly and professionally with others inside and outside the firm.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Generate accurate, clear, timely legal briefing.
• Ability to manage a caseload.
• Collaborate with team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Membership in the California State Bar in good standing. (Required)

Job Summary:

The Cordia San Diego team is seeking a Plant Manager to be responsible for all aspects of the safe, reliable and sustainable operation and maintenance of the San Diego chilled water production plants and distribution systems on a 24/7/365 basis. Reporting to the Southwest General Manager, the Plant Manager will oversee safety, operational reliability and efficiency, maintenance and repair, environmental reporting, capital and expense budget execution, oversight of projects, record keeping and administration, personnel management, training and development, and adherence to corporate policies and regulatory agency requirements.

Principle Responsibilities/Key Results Areas:

• Safety - Leads all aspects of safety in operations pertaining to employees, contractors and visitors. Ensures all work is executed in accordance with Cordia safety policies. Performs periodic audits, reporting and other requirements of the safety program. Encourages a strong safety culture thru 2-minute drills and hazard and near miss reporting.
• Operations and Maintenance - Responsible for all aspects of plants and distribution system including equipment condition, maintenance, repair, operation, replacement, and modification. Develops and implements operating and maintenance strategies and procedures to meet or exceed reliability and efficiency goals while meeting safety, regulatory and customer contractual requirements.
• Continuous Improvement - Identifies and implements opportunities for safety, reliability, and efficiency improvements. Leads problem solving analysis while sharing lessons learned and best practices.
• Manage Personnel - Accomplishes organizational objectives by managing site personnel. Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training and coaching employees. Communicates job expectations, establishes goals, monitors, and appraises job results.
• Culture and Employee Engagement - Consistently communicates corporate culture and values to all employees.
• Technical Leadership - Directs and coaches technical teams in the day-to-day performance of maintenance and operations processes to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of all plant equipment and systems. Responsible for development, implementation and periodic updating of safety, environmental, operations and maintenance training programs.
• Customer Support - Supports customers and Business Development by providing plant tours, usage data, technical expertise, etc. Analyzes billing related customer data for accuracy and completeness.
• Project Management - Plans and executes major maintenance and capital replacement projects utilizing Cordia Project Management Policies. Provides coordination between contractors, consultants, and material suppliers.
• Budgeting, Forecasting and Variance Analysis - Provides input to and executes both expense and capital budgets. Provides monthly revenue and cost variance analysis and mitigates any cost exceedances or revenue shortfalls. Reviews and approves utility and vendor invoices. Assists with utility bill estimations for beginning of month accruals and budget development.
• Track and Report - Develops and reviews production reports, daily/weekly logs, electrical, water and fuel consumption and other key data to ensure key results are met. Investigates and resolves any discrepancies. Develops and manages tracking and reporting tools to evaluate personnel and equipment performance to identify paths for improvement for each.
• Regulatory Compliance - Implements and adheres to all applicable environmental regulations including air quality, hazardous material disposal and storage, wastewater discharge, employee training, and miscellaneous periodic inspections & certifications.
• Inventory Management - Responsible for ensuring adequate supply of chemicals, spare parts and other plant supplies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience & Education

• 4-year degree or equivalent in any field (engineering preferred) with (10) years of experience working in District Energy, power, oil & gas, military, or similar industries.
• Candidate should have at least 5 years of leadership experience with demonstrated strong analytic and presentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills are required in managing a diverse cultural workforce.
• Proven skills in leading and coaching company personnel and contractors.
• Detailed technical understanding related to thermal systems including startup, operations and maintenance. Ability to formulate appropriate technical plans and objectives and direct their effective accomplishment through company personnel and contractors.
• Hands on maintenance and troubleshooting experience with central cooling plants preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Should be generally versed in the operation and maintenance of chilled water production plants, distribution systems and related control systems, water treatment, instrumentation and metering devices, pumps, turbines, air systems, etc.
• Superior interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and objective reasoning and to identify problems and solutions without constant guidance.
• Proven planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work under pressure with a high tolerance for stress.
• Displays good judgment and willingness to take responsibility and initiative to make decisions within scope of responsibility.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and familiarity with PowerPoint.
• Experience and competency with Netsuite or similar enterprise financial and procurement system(s).
• Uses discretion concerning confidential and sensitive company information.

Working Conditions

• Extended and off-hours work required based on plant operational needs
• Work is performed in an administration office environment that requires physical mobility as well in a plant environment with large loud machinery
• Some business travel is required. This position is responsible for various plant locations within the city and therefore reliable personal transportation is required
• Must possess a valid Driver License at all times with a good driving record

Platinum Associates is seeking a motivated and driven Technical Business Manager to join our outside sales team, supporting the San Diego territory. This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior professional eager to build a long-term career in the dynamic world of semiconductors, system solutions, and contract manufacturing.

This role combines hands-on training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and exposure to executive-level customer engagement. You’ll gain real-world experience navigating complex sales cycles and delivering tailored solutions—not just products—to customers across diverse industries.

If you have a passion for sales, an interest in how technology shapes the world, and a drive to grow professionally, this is a powerful place to start.

From electric vehicles to medical devices, the semiconductor and electronics ecosystem powers today’s most transformative technologies. By entering this industry early, you’ll position yourself at the forefront of innovation and long-term growth.

At Platinum Associates, we don’t sell off-the-shelf products—we deliver customized, solution-based strategies that solve real business challenges. This role is designed for someone who is ready to learn, contribute, and grow within a team that values trust, expertise, and relationship-building.

• Cultivate and manage long-term customer relationships across the San Diego territory.
• Collaborate directly with customer executive teams, engineering, and procurement to design solution-driven sales strategies.
• Learn to navigate complex, high-value sales cycles with support from experienced mentors and supplier partners.
• Represent a diverse portfolio of offerings—including semiconductors, embedded systems, and contract manufacturing.
• Coordinate with leading suppliers and distribution partners to drive demand creation and provide technical support.
• Conduct professional client meetings and presentations with guidance from senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree (any discipline welcome—technical or engineering background is not required).
• Strong interest in technology, strategic sales, and solution-oriented thinking.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across both technical and business functions.
• A proactive, coachable mindset with a desire to learn and grow.
• Based in or willing to travel throughout the San Diego region.

• A supportive, mentorship-driven environment focused on long-term success.
• Direct exposure to complex solution sales, strategic customers, and executive-level collaboration.
• Industry-leading training with a clear development path from junior to senior roles.
• Ownership over your territory, clients, and outcomes—your work will directly impact our success.
• The opportunity to represent best-in-class suppliers in one of the most critical industries of our time.

If you're ready to start a career that blends business strategy, technology, and relationship-building—this is your opportunity to learn from the ground up and grow into a trusted leader in an industry that never stops moving forward.