Design Engineer

San Diego, CA, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Engineering Design
Technical Drafting
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Networking
Site Survey
Documentation
Regulatory Compliance
Effective Communication
IRD
Drawing
IDP
Interfaces
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
TDP
Quality Control
Security Clearance
AutoCAD
Sketch
3D Computer Graphics
Microsoft Visio
Computer Literacy
Data Entry
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Attention To Detail
Organizational Skills
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Management
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: T2601263

Location: San Diego, CA, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-05

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Design Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID

Description
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SAIC is seeking a Design Engineer to join our San Diego team. The successful candidate will provide engineering design and drafting services to. This work requires an understanding of C4I and enterprise IT network systems infrastructure and expertise in 2D renderings, developing, modifying, and maintaining engineering drawings and documentation using computer-aided design (CAD) software to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective communication of design requirements.

*Up to 25% of travel required for this role, both domestic and foreign.*

JOB DUTIES:

Engineering drafting, drawing review, drawing control in the design of electronic/computer network equipment, systems and installations.
Produce mechanical, electrical/electronic drawings from rough engineering sketches and preparing drawing layouts from one or more engineering sketches. In addition, examine and check engineering drawings for compliance with cited specifications.
Participate in computer network installation site surveys and develop Initial Design Plan (IDP).
Provide technical expertise in developing, modifying, and maintaining engineering drawings and documentation using computer-aided design (CAD) software to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective communication of design requirements.
Develop drawing packages using existing packages to the maximum extent.
Develop, validate, modify, maintain, and utilize drawing packages and drawing trees to reflect the interrelationship of engineering drawings and associated lists.
Create and update "As-Built" drawings, red-lined drawings, and Installation Requirements Drawings (IRD).
Develop Installation Drawing Packages (IDP), Functional Interface Drawings (FID), and block diagrams (schematic and functional), including all interfaces.
Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software compatible with existing formats.
Develop Technical Data Packages (TDP) and review reports.
Ensure all drawings and TDPs comply with established Quality Control Program standards and applicable instructions.

Qualifications
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REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and two (2) years or more of related experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start.
Five (5) years of experience in AutoCAD and associated program.
Ability to utilize and read complex drawings and rough engineering sketches.
Two (2) years of experience developing 3D renderings.
MS Visio experience.
Overall experience must reflect ability to prepare complete engineering graphics layouts, which includes drawings, graphs, and spreadsheets for projects.
Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with developing drawings in accordance with the NAVWAR Shore Installation Policy Handbook highly desired.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Must possess strong time management skills.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.
Travel Required up to 25% required to both foreign and domestic locations.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: T2601263
Posted 2 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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