KYOCERA International, Inc.
Senior Design Engineer
KYOCERA International, Inc., San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Join Kyocera International, Inc.
Senior Design Engineer
at our
San Diego, CA facility !
Salary Range:
$87,000-125,000 annually Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors.
Website:
https://americas.kyocera.com/sc/
Why Kyocera? With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles – and we’re just getting started.
What Makes Us Stand Out? We don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here’s what you can expect:
Generous Time Off
3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
10 paid holidays annually
Financial Wellness
Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Employer‑paid pension plan
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Investing in You
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer
Flexible schedules
Work‑Life Balance & Culture
On‑site gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
Long‑tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
Inclusive and diverse workforce
A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being
Our Philosophy Kyocera’s culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future – one innovation at a time.
Senior Design Engineer (ENG5113) Exempt:
Yes Safety Sensitive:
No
General Description A Senior Design Engineer performs complex activities in the design, layout, testing, and evaluation of technical products. Acts as a technical liaison providing troubleshooting and technical support for projects related to the development of new products and designs. As an experienced professional, this person provides updates with a full understanding of the area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways and works through problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Requirements
BS degree in engineering design
5+ years of experience in mechanical design
AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop, Inventor, Pro Engineer, Solid Works experience required
In‑depth knowledge of design engineering, geometric tolerances, packaging design, and tool preparation
Experience with Kyocera’s proprietary methodologies and products preferred
Advanced understanding of customer and supplier processing
Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal to interface with outside vendors and generate presentations for internal and external customers
Eligibility to work in an ITAR environment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs complex product development activities including drawing, board layout, and interpretation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
Provides existing product line support in design activities and/or modification of hardware in production.
Conducts engineering studies and may assign work to technical drafting staff.
Communicates with production and sales engineers concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods; develops new designs that are cost‑effective and meet timeline requirements.
Provides leadership in implementing changes to eliminate packaging‑related failures.
Provides regular status reports on packaging development projects and process improvement activities.
Evaluates, recommends, and implements process improvements for packaging methods with lean manufacturing principles.
Generates own specific goals and prioritizes workload so those actions align with department goals.
Responsible for providing guidance and training to lower‑level engineers and designers and checking/approving their work.
Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following items are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Physical Activities Continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Environmental Conditions Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. Noise level usually moderate.
Additional Information The above statements describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may change or other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to ITAR or EAR. All applicants must be U.S. persons within U.S. regulations. Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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at our
San Diego, CA facility !
Salary Range:
$87,000-125,000 annually Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors.
Website:
https://americas.kyocera.com/sc/
Why Kyocera? With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles – and we’re just getting started.
What Makes Us Stand Out? We don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here’s what you can expect:
Generous Time Off
3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
10 paid holidays annually
Financial Wellness
Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Employer‑paid pension plan
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Investing in You
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer
Flexible schedules
Work‑Life Balance & Culture
On‑site gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
Long‑tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
Inclusive and diverse workforce
A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being
Our Philosophy Kyocera’s culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future – one innovation at a time.
Senior Design Engineer (ENG5113) Exempt:
Yes Safety Sensitive:
No
General Description A Senior Design Engineer performs complex activities in the design, layout, testing, and evaluation of technical products. Acts as a technical liaison providing troubleshooting and technical support for projects related to the development of new products and designs. As an experienced professional, this person provides updates with a full understanding of the area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways and works through problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Requirements
BS degree in engineering design
5+ years of experience in mechanical design
AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop, Inventor, Pro Engineer, Solid Works experience required
In‑depth knowledge of design engineering, geometric tolerances, packaging design, and tool preparation
Experience with Kyocera’s proprietary methodologies and products preferred
Advanced understanding of customer and supplier processing
Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal to interface with outside vendors and generate presentations for internal and external customers
Eligibility to work in an ITAR environment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs complex product development activities including drawing, board layout, and interpretation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
Provides existing product line support in design activities and/or modification of hardware in production.
Conducts engineering studies and may assign work to technical drafting staff.
Communicates with production and sales engineers concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods; develops new designs that are cost‑effective and meet timeline requirements.
Provides leadership in implementing changes to eliminate packaging‑related failures.
Provides regular status reports on packaging development projects and process improvement activities.
Evaluates, recommends, and implements process improvements for packaging methods with lean manufacturing principles.
Generates own specific goals and prioritizes workload so those actions align with department goals.
Responsible for providing guidance and training to lower‑level engineers and designers and checking/approving their work.
Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following items are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Physical Activities Continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit; occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Environmental Conditions Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. Noise level usually moderate.
Additional Information The above statements describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may change or other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to ITAR or EAR. All applicants must be U.S. persons within U.S. regulations. Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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