Engineering Jobs in San Diego County, CA

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.

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for ensuring administrative, contractual, financial and technical aspects of the assigned project(s) being executed. Senior Project Engineer will be reporting to the Project Manager and/or Superintendent.

The Senior Project Engineer will supervise a team of skilled Project Engineer professionals who support departmental and organizational goals through their efforts.

Job Responsibilities includes (but may not be limited to):

• Assists Project Manager and Superintendent in the management of construction projects, which involves cost control, expediting, quantity take-off, scheduling and safety.
• Develop peer constructability review of design documents.
• Develop, input and update project schedule as directed.
• Assist with the coordination, development and accuracy of the project estimate, budget, revisions, cost coding, and prepare cash flow charts.
• Analyze changes to contract documents, i.e. Owner Change Order Requests (CORs), Subcontractor Change Orders (SCOs).
• Review revised cost reports with Project Manager and assist in establishing final costs.Attend and participate in monthly job reviews.
• Work with Project Manager to perform a thorough and objective bid analysis using all applicable components.
• Prepare subcontractor Schedule of Values and monthly owner billings with Project Manager and Project Superintendent.
• Other duties upon request.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management of Engineering or related field.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management software (Viewpoint or similar) and Scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• Apply a complete and proficient understanding of construction management, engineering, safety, scheduling, estimating, budgets, costing and procurement.
• Analyzing and interpreting data.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-tasking in a fast paced environment.
• Strong leadership, detail oriented, problem solving, initiative and teamwork.
• Proven ability to fulfill project development to project closeout responsibilities.

Working Conditions:

• Duties required physical abilities such as repetitive hand/finger motions, arm extensions, sitting, standing, and walking jobsites that include uneven and changing site conditions. As well as climbing stairs and ladders, etc.
• The individual is required to occasionally move around the office and constantly operate a computer and other office machinery, etc.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Level 10 Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.

All applicants applying must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Project/Construction Manager is responsible for the planning, implementation, and closeout of construction and/or relocation projects. Projects will be assigned based on workload, and may be grouped based on geography, client, or project type. This position will support the team direction and assist with the motivation of the team members. The Project/Construction Manager is expected to see all jobs to completion.

Responsibilities include assemblage of all team resources (internal and external), including project scoping, selection and management of consultants, design professionals, contractors, vendors and inter-departmental support. Scope of work to be managed will incorporate all project components including design, furniture, move management, construction, telecommunications, information technology, audio-visual and security systems. Project Manager will be responsible for contract management (consultant, contractor and vendor), financial management (including budget preparations and cost tracking), and performance management (including planning, scheduling, implementation, status reporting and client satisfaction). The Project Manager will act as the primary interface with outside clients and stakeholders, including third-party engineering companies, involved in projects.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and manage project budgets and scope changes
• Track and report project anticipated costs
• Identify potential budget problems and ensure budgets are met
• Prepare project schedules
• Ensure milestones are identified, tracked and communicated to all team members and that scope changes, and other issues affecting projects, are identified and managed
• Prepare scope documents and proposals that identify project objectives, scope of work, resources, project team roles, budgets, schedules, assumptions, risks and constraints
• Track invoicing including the ensuring of timely, accurate, and compliant turnaround of invoice approvals, dispute resolution, change order negotiation and issuance
• Assist in the preparation of consultant, contractor, and vendor contracts and purchase orders - ensuring complete, enforceable scopes of services, terms and conditions, costs, and payment processes
• Ensure that project teams meet all procedural requirements for code, safety permitting and audit compliance
• Chair regularly-scheduled project team meetings for all projects; prepare and track meeting minutes and action item lists
• Provide timely and continual communication to customers
• Provide feedback to the other Project Managers, Facility Managers, and Move Managers on consultant/vendor performance, project issues, new resources and opportunities for continual improvement
• Exercise discretion and judgment when managing the projects and daily tasks, and working with clients, customers and the project team
• Strong leadership skills, must be able to create and manage a productive and effective team environment
• On site coordination with contractors, consultants and vendors

· Regular visits to job sites and daily reporting via Raken.

· Act as on-site client representative to manage workflow and builder coordination.

· Coordinate scheduling of special inspections and be responsible for maintaining copies of inspection reports and logs.

· Review builders’ safety plan, JHA’s, and stop any unsafe work practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or comparable experience
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Certified Facility Manager (CFM) preferred
• Minimum of five years of project management experience
• Ten years of experience in the fields of general contracting, construction management, relocation planning, facility management or architectural design
• At least three years experience in an in-house Facilities Management environment desired
• Specific experience in large-scale tenant improvement and/or mechanical / electrical systems projects
• Experience in large-scale manufacturing and related processes
• Strong project management and organizational skills; participatory management style desired
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; along with financial and leadership skills
• Proficiency in contract assemblage and administration, automated project scheduling and spreadsheet applications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project; AutoCAD experience a plus
• Ability to manage deadlines
• Valid California Driver's License
• Valid California registered vehicle
• Current automobile insurance
• United States Citizen

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Language Ability - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Math Ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong knowledge of the following: Office365 including SharePoint, Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, along with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, and Procore

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Title and Summary

Job Title: Concrete Estimator

Department: Preconstruction / Estimating

Reports To: Estimating Manager or Preconstruction Manager

Job Summary:

The Concrete Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for concrete work on commercial, industrial, and/or residential construction projects. This role includes reviewing plans and specifications, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, obtaining and analyzing vendor/subcontractor pricing, and assembling complete, competitive bids in alignment with company goals and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review architectural, structural, and civil drawings, specifications, and addenda to understand the full scope of concrete work.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for concrete, rebar, formwork, embedded items, and related materials using digital takeoff/estimating software.
• Develop comprehensive material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates for all phases of concrete work.
• Prepare bid proposals, alternates, and value‐engineering options in coordination with project managers and field operations.
• Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor quotes to ensure scope coverage and cost competitiveness.
• Identify risks, clarifications, and exclusions, and clearly document them in estimate and proposal deliverables.
• Assist in project handoff meetings, explaining takeoffs, assumptions, and cost breakdowns to project management and field teams.
• Track historical costs and maintain databases for production rates, crew compositions, and unit prices to improve future estimates.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and RFI processes to clarify scope and site conditions.
• Support change-order pricing, budget updates, and cost analysis through the lifecycle of awarded projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience in concrete estimating, structural concrete, or general construction estimating (adjust years for junior/senior roles).
• Strong understanding of concrete construction means and methods, including forming systems, reinforcing, placement, and finishing.
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, Planswift/On-Screen Takeoff, HeavyBid, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes, industry standards, and safety requirements related to concrete work.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet tight bid deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordination with internal teams, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling pricing, margins, and company strategy.

Work Environment and Other Details

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits for pre-bid walks and field coordination.
• Full-time, exempt (salary) position.
• Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, with additional hours as needed to meet bid deadlines.
• Compensation: Competitive salary plus benefits (health, retirement plan, PTO, etc.) as defined by company policy.

Your new company

Hays is partnering with a leading Southern California commercial real estate firm to recruit a Senior Property Manager for their expanding Office Property Management division. The organization manages over 15 million square feet across the region and is recognized for its client‑focused service model, institutional‑level reporting standards, and strong operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to oversee a medical office building and contribute to a well‑established, growth‑oriented management team.

Your new role

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of a Class A/B office portfolio in San Diego
• Maintain premier physical building conditions and uphold Meissner’s service excellence standards
• Supervise on‑site administrative or engineering personnel (depending on property assignment)
• Manage annual operating budgets, financial reporting, and forecasting
• Oversee vendor management, RFPs, and contract compliance
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and capital improvement initiatives
• Support leasing activities and collaborate with ownership, brokers, and internal teams
• Ensure strong tenant relationships, prompt service delivery, and effective communication
• Implement property‑specific operational strategies aligned with Meissner’s best practices

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 2+ years of Commercial Property Management experience (Office preferred)
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and CAM reconciliations
• Experience working with institutional owners is highly preferred
• Familiarity with property management software such as Yardi and MRI
• Strong understanding of vendor oversight, tenant relations, and operational compliance
• CPM or RPA designation preferred but not required
• Excellent communication, time‑management, and leadership skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive compensation and full benefits
• A supportive, collaborative company culture grounded in integrity, excellence, personal growth, and teamwork
• Exposure to institutional‑level reporting and best‑in‑class operational systems
• Opportunities for career development across property management, accounting, asset management, and project management
• The chance to influence the performance and stability of flagship San Diego office properties

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