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of similar roles. Most pay
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— the shaded band above.
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versus about
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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has
623 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$222,500
across 603 roles with salary data.
Senior Mechanical Engineer joins the IOT HW design team to focus on the mechanical design of various IOT form factor product platforms. This role involves managing the full product development lifecycle, including early concept, detailed design, prototype builds, and sustaining engineering for next-generation IOT architectures. The engineer will create 3D CAD models, manage assembly BOMs, and coordinate with ODM partners to ensure designs meet manufacturing requirements. Key responsibilities include developing thermal, structural, and tolerance analyses for components like sheet metal, die-cast, and injection-molded parts. Required skills include proficiency in CREO or similar tools, experience with Flowtherm or Icepak for thermal analysis, and knowledge of GD&T and PDM systems. The role addresses the technical challenge of designing mechanical constraints for printed circuit board assemblies within data-center hardware environments.
What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?
Median $150000 from 38 postings across 10 companies.
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